News
Real Estate Appraiser License Revocation
August 31, 2008 Posted by Virginia Real Estate
RICHMOND, VA - August 31, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — The Virginia Real Estate Appraiser Board revoked the license of a residential appraiser at its most recent meeting on Tuesday, August 19, 2008. Below is a summary of the Board’s action.
Arlington Businesses, Commercial Properties Achieve Recycling Successes
August 29, 2008 Posted by Virginia Real Estate
33 percent recycling rate significantly above 25 percent state goal
ARLINGTON, VA - August 29, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — Arlington County’s business and multi-family properties have significantly expanded their efforts, achieving a recycling rate of 33 percent of eligible materials. This is up from 29 percent just three years ago and compares to the Commonwealth of Virginia’s statewide […]
Hampton Seeking Citizens To Serve As Members Of The Hampton Federal Area Development Authority
August 28, 2008 Posted by Virginia Real Estate
Hampton, VA - August 28, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) —The Hampton City Council is seeking seven (7) Hampton residents to serve on the Hampton Federal Area Development Authority (Hampton FADA).
Kettler Announces The Start Of Vertical Construction On The Millennium At Metropolitan Park
August 20, 2008 Posted by Virginia Real Estate
Washington, DC - August 18, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — Kettler, one of greater Washington DC’s largest real estate development and property management companies, announced today the start of vertical construction on its Millennium at Metropolitan Park project in Pentagon City, Virginia.
HUD charges Nevada Homeowners’ Association with discriminating against a homeowner with a disability
July 30, 2008 Posted by Virginia Real Estate
WASHINGTON - July 21, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announced today that it has charged Arbors Owners’ Association, Inc., of Las Vegas, NV, and its management agent, First Columbia Community Management, Inc., with violating the Fair Housing Act by allegedly refusing to provide a disabled homeowner a parking […]
Homeless Drop-In Center Reopens in Leesburg
July 29, 2008 Posted by Virginia Real Estate
The Loudoun County Department of Family Services, in collaboration with the Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services (MR/MR/SAS) and Volunteers of America, has re-opened the Homeless Drop-In Center on old Sycolin Road in Leesburg previously operated by The Good Shepherd Alliance.
More than $19 million SPARC Funds Available to Assist First-Time Home Buyers
July 26, 2008 Posted by Virginia Real Estate
The Virginia Housing Development Authority has awarded $19,228,000 in Sponsoring Partnerships and Revitalizing Communities” (SPARC) funding to assist eligible first-time home buyers. The awards went to three programs:
Home Loans Available for First-Time Homebuyers in Loudoun County
July 11, 2008 Posted by Virginia Real Estate
The Virginia Housing Development Authority (VHDA) has announced Fiscal Year 2009 funding allocations under its SPARC program (Sponsoring Partnerships and Revitalizing Communities), a below-market-rate loan program administered by the Loudoun County Department of Family Services. The funds will be available until fully utilized or through June 30, 2009. Applicants must be first-time homebuyers and meet […]
Homeless Shelters Receive Grants
July 11, 2008 Posted by Virginia Real Estate
Along with the department of Human Services, The Dwelling Place, For KIDS, Inc., the YWCA, and Salvation Army/ Norfolk Command have been awarded a total of $324,000 in federal and state grants, which will be used to support the services of the Norfolk’s homeless population. They will receive a portion of the funding administered though […]
Governor Kaine Announces $9 Million in Grants for Virginia’s Homeless Service Providers
June 24, 2008 Posted by Virginia Real Estate
RICHMOND – Governor Timothy M. Kaine today announced the award of $9 million in grants for 122 homeless shelters across the Commonwealth. The grants, administered by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD), will be used to provide operating and program support.