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Housing Authorities Across State Prepare Renovations, Energy Efficiency Projects
Omaha, NE - March 19, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Nebraska’s Senator Ben Nelson announced today that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is sending more than $13 million to Nebraska for 98 public housing renovations and energy efficiency improvements in communities statewide as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.
NIFA Releases 2009 Profile of Nebraska
Lincoln, NE - February 27, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — NIFA released the 2009 Profile of Nebraska Demographics, Economics and Housing study. Undertaken by Western Economic Services LLC., the 2009 edition builds on the previous six years of the study.
Phillips Edison Adds to Retail Holdings in Omaha
CINCINNATI, OH - OCTOBER 14, 2008 (PR NEWSWIRE) - Phillips Edison & Company, a retail real estate owner, manager and developer, announced the purchase...
New Property Tax Deduction Championed by Nebraska’s Senator
Omaha, NE - July 26, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — Following months of concern about the troubled housing market, Nebraska's Senator Ben Nelson applauded today's passage...
MAYOR’S BUDGET TO INCLUDE HOME OWNERSHIP STIMULUS AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES CENTER
Mayor Chris Beutler today announced that his proposed City budget for 2008-2009 will include two measures designed to move the City forward in economic...
HIGHER PENALTIES PROPOSED FOR SUBSTANDARD HOUSING
Cracking down on landlords who ignore housing code directives and the disorder and blight they cause is the goal of proposed legislation offered by...
GROUND BROKEN FOR “GREEN BUILD” HOUSE
June 20, 2008 - Mayor Chris Beutler participated a groundbreaking today for a “green build” house in the historic Malone neighborhood. The design of the home at 631 N. 24th Street includes passive solar techniques, materials, and building methods essential for sustainable design.
Attorney General Bruning Says Watch Out for Home Deed Scam
Lincoln, Neb - Attorney General Bruning wants to warn Nebraskans about a certified deed scam. The Lancaster County Register of Deeds Office received more...
Attorney General and Better Business Bureau Warn Consumers About Home Repair and Home Improvement...
(Lincoln, Neb) Has recent storm damage left your home in need of repair? Or, are you thinking about making some home improvements this spring?...
NELSON APPLAUDS EXPANDED DEDUCTION FOR PROPERTY TAXES
April 10, 2008 - Nebraska taxpayers who file federal taxes without itemizing will be able to take advantage of a new standardized tax deduction...
LINCOLN AWARDED $1.63 MILLION IN HOMELESS GRANTS
Mayor Chris Beutler today announced that local agencies serving the homeless have been awarded a record $1,630,861 million in federal grants. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) awards “Continuum of Care” grants through a competitive process. The grants provide permanent and transitional housing as well as job training, health care, mental health counseling, substance abuse treatment and child care.
NeighborWorks Lincoln Urges Homeowners to Call for Help During National Home Ownership Month
NeighborWorks® Lincoln urges local homeowners at risk of foreclosure to take the first step to avoid losing their biggest investment – call for help....
Nelson Pushes Expanded Deduction For Property Taxes
November 16, 2007 – Nebraska's Senator Ben Nelson yesterday cosponsored legislation with Senator Evan Bayh of Indiana to expand property tax deductions for millions...
More than $7 million awarded for housing projects statewide
LINCOLN, NE., October 24, 2007 — The Nebraska Department of Economic Development has awarded $7,042,209 to a variety of projects that involve Low-Income Housing...
More than $6.2 million grant funding awarded for affordable housing projects
LINCOLN, NE., October 22, 2007 — The Nebraska Department of Economic Development has awarded $6,268,176 grant funding to communities and local housing partnerships as...
