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PA Gets $89 Million for Homelessness Prevention from Stimulus
Glenside, PA - February 27, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Congress included, as part of the $787 billion economic recovery package in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Plan, $1.5 billion for prevention and re-housing activities for a Homelessness Prevention Fund, to be administered through the Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) program.
PENNSYLVANIA IS BENEFICIARY OF $1,000,000 GRANT FROM THE JOHN D. AND CATHERINE T. MACARTHUR...
New Investment in Affordable Rental Housing Aimed at Reducing Anticipated 40 to 60 Percent Increases in Utility Expenses for Pennsylvania's Neediest Families
Pennsylvania Can Benefit From Economic Stimulus Plan
This plan will help stem foreclosures in PA,” says Pennsylvania Association of REALTORS® President Greg Herb
HARRISBURG, PA - February 19, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) – The Pennsylvania Association of REALTORS® (PAR) today said that the Obama Administration’s Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan would be beneficial to residents and the real estate industry in Pennsylvania.
Homestead/Farmstead Tax Relief Application Deadline Nears
Harrisburg, PA - February 13, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) – Homeowners whose residences have not yet been approved for a homestead or farmstead exemption under the state’s property tax relief law have until March 1, 2009, to file their applications with the Berks County Assessment/ Homestead Office, Senator Michael A. O’Pake (D-Berks) reminded constituents.
Brooks Offers Legislation to Create Moratorium on Property Tax/Rent Rebate Eligibility
February 5, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) – Rep. Michele Brooks (R-Crawford/Mercer/Lawrence) has again sponsored legislation that would allow senior citizens who have received a small Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) this year to remain eligible for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program.
GOVERNOR RENDELL ENCOURAGES OLDER ADULTS TO APPLY FOR 2008 PROPERTY TAX/RENT REBATE
HARRISBURG, PA - February 02, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) – Governor Edward G. Rendell today encouraged eligible senior citizens and residents with disabilities to apply for Property Tax/Rent Rebates of up to $975.
Argall Legislation Would Give Voters a Stronger Voice in Ongoing Property Tax Debate
February 02, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) – The legislative stalemate that has surrounded efforts to reform or remove Pennsylvania’s unfair and outdated school property tax system is unacceptable and voters should be given a stronger voice in the ongoing debate.
Congressman Sestak Votes for Historic Legislation to Rebuild Economic Security
Washington, D.C. - January 28, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) – To avoid a deeper and more protracted economic recession that would devastate the economic security of his constituents, while ensuring a more rapid recovery from the recession, Congressman Joe Sestak (PA-07) voted for H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, today, which passed the House by a vote of 244 - 188.
PA Median Home Sale Prices Remain Steady But Sales Are Down
HARRISBURG, PA - January 26, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) – The median home sale price is holding steady but sales are down in Pennsylvania, according to the latest statistics from the Pennsylvania Association of REALTORS® (PAR)
Profiles Mortgage Climate in the District
Media, PA - January 27, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) – A comprehensive solution to the current economic crisis demands immediate efforts to resolve the core of the problem -- the ongoing cycle of increasing foreclosures.
Deadline Nears to Apply for “2007” Property Tax & Rent Rebates
Harrisburg, PA - December 22, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) – Senate Democratic Whip Michael A. O’Pake today reminded eligible senior citizens who haven’t yet received a property tax or...
Discount grocer opening soon in Rosemore Shopping Center
Conshohocken, PA – December 9, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) – Metro Commercial, the region’s largest full-service retail real estate firm, has inked an 18,000-square-foot lease...
GOVERNOR RENDELL SAYS PROPERTY TAX/RENT REBATE DEADLINE IS FAST APPROACHING
HARRISBURG, PA - December 2, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) – Governor Edward G. Rendell today reminded eligible residents to apply by Dec. 31 for rebates up...
Realtors honor five for industry service
The Realtors Association of Metropolitan Pittsburgh announced its top award winners for 2007 at a Feb. 1, 2008, Mardi Gras gala Downtown. The 2,800-person...
Specter Introduces Foreclosure Prevention Legislation
Washington, D.C. - November 17, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) – U.S. Senator Arlen Specter (R-PA), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today introduced the...
HUD, Philadelphia Housing Authority sign agreement to certify 760 units for people with disabilities
WASHINGTON - October 16, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA) signed an...
Attorney General Corbett announces lawsuits against Florida timeshare & vacation companies accused of advertising,...
HARRISBURG, PA - October 14, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — Attorney General Tom Corbett today announced lawsuits today against four Florida-based companies accused of illegally...
Taylor’s Land Banks Authorities Act Clears Committee
October 8, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) Rep. John Taylor (R-Philadelphia) is calling for fast action on legislation that would protect communities and neighborhoods from blight,...
Rohrer Calls On County Commissioners to Take Emergency Action to Prevent PA Seniors from...
September 16, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — With the Pennsylvania House returning for fall legislative session, Representative Sam Rohrer (R-Berks) is calling upon county commissioners...
Attorney General Corbett announces $2.3 million consumer protection judgment in Pittsburgh area real estate...
HARRISBURG, PA - September 11, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — Attorney General Tom Corbett today announced a court-ordered judgment totaling more than $2.3 million in a consumer...
