FHA updates loss-mitigation waterfall in new servicing guidanceFHA's new Mortgagee Letter 2025-06 extends COVID-related recovery options to February 2026, facilitating updates to loss mitigation strategies.
Councils keen' to help Home Office move asylum seekers out of hotelsCouncils are willing to accommodate asylum seekers to reduce hotel dependency, which costs the government significantly.
fromwww.standard.co.uk3 months agoOwners of empty second homes in affluent London borough face massive council tax hikeRichmond Council will charge a 100% premium on empty and second homes starting April to alleviate housing shortages.
Number of rough sleepers in Islington doubles in a yearRough sleeping in Islington has doubled since last year, reaching 162 people, and reflects a broader homelessness crisis in London.
In big shift to shelter system, Healey will seek six-month limit on stays and phase out hotelsMassachusetts introduces a two-track shelter system to manage costs and provide families with flexible shelter options addressing the housing crisis.
Number of rough sleepers in Islington doubles in a yearRough sleeping in Islington has doubled since last year, reaching 162 people, and reflects a broader homelessness crisis in London.
In big shift to shelter system, Healey will seek six-month limit on stays and phase out hotelsMassachusetts introduces a two-track shelter system to manage costs and provide families with flexible shelter options addressing the housing crisis.
Leaseholders to be refunded 130K after being wrongly chargedHaringey Council needs to overhaul its leaseholder billing processes after admitting to improperly charging leaseholders, resulting in refunds totaling over £132,000.
Council approves initiative that aims to protect renters from hidden fees - Austin MonitorAustin City Council passed a resolution to mandate fee disclosure for landlords, aiming to protect renters from unexpected charges.
Family of woman who lay dead for three years had raised alarm, inquest hearsLaura Winham's case underscores serious oversights in protecting vulnerable individuals by social services and authorities over an extended period.
Long Beach to help homeowners build granny flatsLong Beach's Backyard Builders Program assists homeowners in creating affordable accessory dwelling units to boost housing production.
From the archive A merry-go-round of buck-passing': inside the four-year Grenfell inquiry podcastThe Grenfell Tower inquiry uncovers systemic failures in housing policies that contributed to the tragedy five years prior.
How progressive are Silicon Valley congressional candidates? - San Jose SpotlightSanta Clara County's hot congressional race focuses on capturing young progressive voters between two Democratic establishment candidates.
Tanaiste accuses Pearse Doherty of being a 'Jekyll and Hyde' character as Ceann Comhairle threatens to suspend DailPolitical leaders debate over promised housing policies and their execution, with accusations of broken promises and rising house prices.
After city lost case on development rules, it's been ordered to pay attorneys' fees - Austin MonitorTravis County District Judge rules city of Austin must pay $175,000 in attorney fees for failing to notify property owners of development rule changes.
Fourteen measures from the King's Speech analysed by BBC expertsHousing policies and digital ID card scheme are key features of potential new laws.