STATE HOUSE - May 29, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- “It is sad that in a nation as rich as ours, there are still so many homeless people,” said Sen. John J. Tassoni Jr. (D-Dist. 22, Smithfield, North Smithfield). “Whether that is a long-term or short-term situation, the homeless have a right to access decent accommodations, to obtain employment and to be treated fairly by law enforcement, regardless of their housing status.”

Providence, RI - May 15, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Residential Properties Ltd. honored the top producers of the firm at a luncheon last Thursday sponsored by President and CEO, Sally Lapides. This year had some added special achievements, since Gerri Schiffman of the Providence Office not only led the group, but was also the number one producing individual agent in the state in gross sales volume. Judy Chace from the Narragansett Office was also specially recognized, as she was the second highest producing agent, by gross sales volume, in the state. Overall, thirty agents were recognized as top producers for their contributions during 2011.

PROVIDENCE, RI - April 4, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) today announced that Rhode Island will receive an additional $634,342...

EUGENE, OR - April 3, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- IDX, Inc. welcomes agent Joshua Deaner and The Rhode Guide to the growing list of realtors and brokers who have chosen to integrate the remarkable IDX Broker software into their websites. By adding a personalized IDX solution, Deaner can sync Rhode Island MLS (RIMLS) listings directly to his search page, giving home seekers in Providence, Rhode Island and surrounding areas a simple and comprehensive way to locate their ideal property. Deaner now hosts a dynamic real estate search page, with featured listing slideshows and even an iPhone application.

Providence, RI - March 28, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Judy Chace of Residential Properties Ltd. was recognized by the Kent Washington Association of Realtors as the #1 highest producing real estate agent for 2011 out of a field of over 1350 member agents. In addition, Judy was the recipient of the coveted Platinum Plus award, which singles out real estate agents who, over the course of the year, attained a sales volume of more than $20 million.

February 3, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Lila Delman Real Estate announced the sale last week of 1210 Grace Cove Road on Block Island, Rhode Island. Lila Delman Real Estate REALTOR® Rosemary Tobin represented the buyer. According to Rhode Island Statewide Multiple Listing Service, this is the highest sale on Block Island in the last four months.

PROVIDENCE, RI - December 20, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) today announced that Rhode Island will receive $4.6 million in federal Continuum of Care funding to combat homelessness. These funds were made available through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Supportive Housing and Shelter Plus Care programs, which supports a multi-layered approach to addressing the economic, physical, and social needs of struggling Rhode Islanders and helps them obtain housing and supportive services.

Providence, RI - November 28, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Today, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Shaun Donovan toured four Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) properties on Hyat and Joslin Streets in the Olneyville neighborhood of Providence, RI. Secretary Donovan was joined on the tour by U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse, Congressmen Jim Langevin and David Cicilline, as well as Providence Mayor Angel Taveras. The tour was aimed at highlighting the success of neighborhood stabilization efforts as well as demonstrating how the American Jobs Act and Project Rebuild can help to revitalize neighborhoods, create jobs, and grow local economies throughout the Providence region. Additionally, the touring delegation discussed the new housing refinancing plan, which will provide a lifeline to many underwater borrowers and strengthen the U.S. housing market.

WASHINGTON, DC - October 28, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- In an effort to boost the economy, create jobs, and stabilize neighborhoods, 33 U.S. Senators are asking the Obama Administration and the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) to swiftly develop an efficient and effective real estate owned (REO) management strategy to make better use of vacant foreclosed homes.

Providence, R.I. - September 21, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) --Intercontinental Real Estate Corporation today announced its pivotal decision to relaunch sales at Waterplace, one of Providence, R.I.’s only luxury, high-rise condominiums, by teaming up with Accelerated Marketing Partners to conduct an auction on October 17th for 29 riverfront homes at the development. Minimum bids for the residences available at auction start as low as $175,000 and are up to 69 percent below original asking prices.

Narragansett, , RI. - August 11, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Lila Delman Real Estate, the leader in Rhode Island’s luxury property market, announces the opening of a new office in Providence, the sixth for the firm. The Providence location, on the East Side at9 Wayland Square, will allow the company to better serve the Providence and inland areas.

July 18, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Lila Delman Real Estate announced the sale today of Puesta del Sol, 294 Carnegie Harbor Drivein Portsmouth, Rhode Island. The property was listed by Melanie Delman, President of Lila Delman Real Estate. This is the 5th highest sale inRhode Island in 2011; Lila Delman Real Estate has participated in all top 5 sales this year.

WASHINGTON, DC - July 15, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) today announced that Rhode Island will receive $114,275 in federal funding to provide housing assistance to homeless veterans

WASHINGTON DC - July 14, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) today announced that twenty-five Rhode Island cities and towns will receive a total of nearly $12.7 million in federal funding to develop, finance, and/or modernize public housing in their communities. The grants are awarded through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) Public Housing Capital Fund Program.

Providence, RI - July 11, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Governor Lincoln D. Chafee today signed into law H 5994 and S 0114: “An Act Relating to Public Property and Works,” authorizing the sale of surplus property in the I-195 area and establishing the I-195 Redevelopment District Commission.