Property
HUD charges Alabama landlords with discrimination
October 7, 2008 Posted by HUD
Couple forced to move after visit from black neighbors
WASHINGTON - October 07, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today announced that it has charged two Tallassee, Alabama landlords with violating the Fair Housing Act for allegedly forcing white tenants to move out of their house after the owners […]
Home Builders Applaud New IRS Regulations on Utility Allowances for LIHTC Properties
July 30, 2008 Posted by NAHB
Montgomery, AL - July 30, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — Calling it a victory for affordable housing, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) applauded new regulations issued by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) that give Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property owners more flexibility in the way they calculate utility allowances for their low-income […]
Alabama Governor Highlights Expansive Partnership as State Council Releases New Data-Driven Report
April 1, 2008 Posted by Alabama RealEstateRama
MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA. “Preventing and ending homelessness in Alabama will be impossible without collaboration by government agencies, the private sector, nonprofit organizations, and faith-based and community partners,” stated Alabama Governor Bob Riley, who this week welcomed United States Interagency Council on Homelessness Executive Director Philip Mangano for the convening of the Alabama Governor’s Statewide Interagency Council […]
Tips for Speeding Up the Sale of Your Home
March 12, 2008 Posted by Alabama RealEstateRama
Trying to sell a house during the winter months can be difficult, but there are several things you can do to improve its marketability. By expending a bit of effort before it goes on the market, you can ensure that your home presents well, stands out from the crowd and does not turn off potential […]
Disaster Assistance Available for Lamar and Pickens Counties
February 28, 2008 Posted by Alabama RealEstateRama
MONTGOMERY—Governor Bob Riley said he is very pleased that the U.S. Small Business Administration will open a Disaster Loan Outreach Center in Vernon on Tuesday. Residents of Lamar and Pickens counties may be eligible for assistance resulting from the severe storms and tornadoes that passed through the area on January 10. These counties are eligible […]