Metro Home Building Starts 2010 on a High Note

February 16, 2010 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama

February 16, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) — Local residential construction started off the New Year with a 9 percent jump in new-home permits in January, according to statistics compiled by the Home Builders Association of Greater Kansas City (HBA). The organization tracked a seasonally adjusted total of 220 single-family homes permitted last month, up from a revised 198 units for December.

Kansas City Housing Closes Down Year in 2009

January 20, 2010 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama

January 20, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) — Housing units in the Greater Kansas City area dropped more than one quarter last year, according to statistics compiled by the Home Builders Association of Greater Kansas City (HBA). The metro region finished 2009 with 3,651 total housing units permitted, down from 5,062 total units the year before

Local New-Home Permits Jump to Highest Mark in One Year

December 22, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama

December 22, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Metro Kansas City single-family construction permits rose 8 percent in November to their highest level since November 2008, according to statistics compiled by the Home Builders Association of Greater Kansas City (HBA). The organization tracked a seasonally adjusted total of 214 single-family homes permitted in November, up from a revised total of 199 units started in October

Moran Introduces Legislation to Improve Disabled Veterans’ Housing

December 17, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama

WASHINGTON, D.C. - December 17, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Congressman Jerry Moran introduced legislation this week to help more disabled veterans modify their homes to achieve independent living following injuries sustained during military service. The Specially Adapted Housing Assistance Enhancement Act would improve an important Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) grant program that assists veterans with disabilities construct or modify homes to meet their mobility needs

Metro New-Home Permits Dip in October

November 25, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama

November 25, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — The extension and expansion of the first-time buyer tax credit will come as good news for local home builders and consumers. After posting the best monthly performance in nearly a year in September, new-home construction in metro Kansas City dipped 8 percent according to statistics compiled […]

House Passes Bill to Assist Military Homebuyers with Moore’s Support

October 12, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama

WASHINGTON, DC - October 12, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Congressman Dennis Moore (Third District – Kansas) announced today the passage of H.R. 3590, The Service Members Home Ownership Tax Act of 2009, which amends the federal tax code to ensure military personnel can take full advantage of the first-time homebuyer tax credit that was created as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). The measure passed the House by a unanimous vote of 416-0. Moore is a co-sponsor of the legislation.

Moran Announces Recovery Act Grant Awarded to Atwood Housing Authority

September 30, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama

WASHINGTON, D.C. - September 30, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Congressman Jerry Moran today announced Atwood Housing Authority received a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) grant to address the needs of seniors and persons with disabilities. Recently, HUD awarded competitive grants to public housing authorities throughout the country to allow necessary improvements

Senator Roberts Announces $288,000 Grant to Liberal for Housing

September 29, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama

WASHINGTON, DC - September 29, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — U.S. Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS) today announced a $288,000 grant to the city of Liberal for housing. The funds will be used to provide grants to public or private non-profit organizations and Indian Tribes to provide assistance in recruitment, screening, loan packaging and related activities for prospective Self-Help housing applicants. This project will provide for the coordination and supervision of the construction of 18 homes. This program brings new, modest homes to the community and allows families who otherwise might not be able to afford a home to do so through the contribution of sweat equity.

Senator Roberts Announces $250,000 to SAFEHOME for Housing Needs

September 24, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama

WASHINGTON, DC - September 24, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — U.S. Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS) today announced a $250,000 grant to SAFEHOME in Overland Park for housing needs. The Transitional Housing Grant will be used for victims of domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, or sexual assault to provide transitional housing services that move individuals into permanent housing.

New-Home Construction Remains Stalled Despite August Gain

September 18, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama

September 18, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Metro Kansas City new-home permits rebounded 7 percent from July’s activity but home builders say they are yet to see any major signs of a housing market recovery. According to statistics compiled by the Home Builders Association of Greater Kansas City (HBA) a seasonally adjusted total […]

Brownback Applauds Infrastructure Development in Hutchinson, Kansas

September 15, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama

WASHINGTON, DC - September 15, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — U.S. Senator Sam Brownback today announced that the city of Hutchinson is to be awarded $1.78 million in stimulus funding. The money, from the Economic Development Administration, will be used to build a rail spur into the Salt City Business Park.

Senator Roberts Announces $207,000 Grant to Mennonite Housing in Wichita

September 9, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama

WASHINGTON, DC - September 9, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — U.S. Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS) today announced a $207,000 grant to Mennonite Housing Rehabilitation Services in Wichita for housing. The Demonstration Planning Grant (DPG) of $207,000 will provide up-front funds for architectural and engineering work, site control, and other expenses related to the development of the projects prior to initial closing. Without the grant funding, such costs would not be reimbursable until closing or would have to come from other funding sources.

Senator Roberts Announces $4.8 Million in Housing Grants for Wichita

September 9, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama

WASHINGTON, DC - September 8, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Today, U.S. Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS) announced more than $4.8 million in housing grants for Wichita. $2,848,360 for Community Development Block Grants (CDBG): providing decent housing and a suitable living environment; expanding economic opportunities for low-and moderate-income persons.

Metro New-Home Starts Remain Steady for June

August 11, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama

August 11, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — The Kansas City residential construction market showed further signs of stabilizing in June as permits posted a slight gain from May, according to statistics compiled by the Home Builders Association of Greater Kansas City (HBA). The organization reported a seasonally adjusted total of 187 single-family homes permitted in June, up from a revised total of 185 homes permitted in May.

Senator Roberts Announces $361,000 Grant for Housing in Leavenworth

July 21, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama

WASHINGTON, DC - July 21, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — U.S. Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS) announced a $361,000 grant for housing in Leavenworth. The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) will provide decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expand economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income persons

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