Tag: great articles
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FHFA Decision: Path to Affordable Housing or Another Crash?
Mel Watt, Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), is facing mounting pressure regarding his decision to lift a temporary suspension on allocating funds to the national Housing Trust Fund (HTF) and Capital Magnet Fund (CMF). With the lifted suspension, 4.2 basis points of each dollar of the unpaid principal balance for new business…
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Congressional Retirement: Is It a Good Thing?
Election Day is November 4, a whopping 6 months – 30 weeks – from now. For most of us, that is an eternity away. For Members of Congress, however, November elections are knocking on the door. It seems absurd, but the evolving dynamics of Congressional races have changed both the way Washington works and the…
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Creating a Special Niche for women in the housing economy
As we continue to evolve and reinvent new ideas and strategies in addressing new issues, we must be a leader, mentor and collaboratively work together to strengthen our industry and professional work environment. As many women in the housing economy work tirelessly living commission to commission with a significant pay decrease, it is imperative we expand…
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Women legislators seek to increase access to federal contracts
Advocates for the women’s contracting community are alive and well in Washington. An issue that has limited the success of a program designed to help women access the federal market has taken center stage in both the House and the Senate. Moving forward will require the united voice of the women’s business community and the…
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Resources to help women-owned small businesses Overcome the Competition
Despite budget instability from sequestration and the government shutdown, women business owners have had noticeable success in government contracting in recent years. According to the National Women’s Business Council, more than $100 million in contracts has been awarded through the WOSB (Women-Owned Small Business) Federal Contract set-aside program. Women contractors received another win in early…
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Small House Movement
A housing trend has gained prominence across the nation as a solution to looming issues such as foreclosures, skyrocketing rents in urban cities, and increased debt. The trend, known as the Small House Movement, refers to the switch from traditional homes to smaller, minimalist homes typically under 400 square feet. These homes are usually referred to…
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Glenda Gabriel
Glenda Gabriel An industry change agent serving as a relentless champion for sustainable homeownership for underserved and multicultural customers As the United States becomes increasingly diverse, it is imperative that businesses build strategies and create outreach initiatives to connect with and better serve multicultural consumers and communities. It is also vital for businesses to understand…