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Underwriter shortage slowing the pace of private-label deals

Housing Wire

Employment of loan officers is projected to show little or no change from 2020 to 2030,” the BLS’ Occupational Outlook for that job category states. Despite limited employment growth, about 25,000 openings for loan officers are projected each year, on average, over the decade.

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Driving Toward Vehicle Charging Capabilities for the Home

Will Springer Realtor

Additionally, the Washington Legislature budgeted $103M in public charging infrastructure in 2022 – all while the state passed a law last year that bans the sale of new gas-powered vehicles by 2030. UL Listed: This important safety designation should never be overlooked.

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HUD announces new climate policy on energy and water benchmarking, DOE decarbonization partnership

Housing Wire

DOE partnership for decarbonization HUD has also entered into a new memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the DOE to develop a policy designed to reduce carbon emissions in the building sector, also announcing that it is joining the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy’s United States Global Change Research Program (USGCRP).

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8 Sustainability Trends Driving Commercial Real Estate for Earth Day

The Robert Weiler Company

Commercial real estate developers are ensuring that the goal of Earth Day is being met, as evidenced by widespread initiatives in green design and sustainable building. Space Design and Integration When you think of “green” design, you may not consider the layout or function of the interior building space.

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Appraising Green Buildings: Do Solar Panels Add Value to the Property?

Boston Appraisal

Green buildings are defined as properties that use renewable energy and efficient building materials in their operation, construction, and design to create positive impacts on human and environmental health. Finally, as technology progresses, these elements will become not only more efficient but also more affordable.

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The Switch to Everything Electric in Your Home

Will Springer Realtor

The decrease in energy usage has mostly come from the improvements made to heating equipment, along with better window design, insulation and construction techniques. Our state has an ambitious target of achieving zero fossil-fuel greenhouse emissions in all homes and buildings by 2030.