Archives For: abandoned property
Battling Blight: Four Ways Cities Are Using Data to Address Vacant Properties
Data-Smart City Solutions published an article discussing ways several American cities are utilizing digital and data-driven strategies to address vacant and abandoned properties.
21 Aug 2017
Missouri Bill Calls for Property Manager Listing
The Kansas City Star published an article discussing MO SB 111. The bill, which was signed by Governor Eric Greitens on July 11, 2017, will require limited liability companies (LLC) that manage property in Kansas City to file an affidavit that names a person responsible for the property.
12 Jul 2017
City of Las Vegas Develops New Tool in Fight Against Squatters
The Las Vegas Sun published an article discussing a recent decision by the Las Vegas City Council that expanded the types of properties that can be added to the city’s registry of vacant properties.
6 Jul 2017
NMSA Sets Sights on Solving Vacant and Abandoned Property Issues
DS News published an article discussing the appointment of Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Asset Management Senior Vice President of Property Preservation Jim Taylor to the National Mortgage Servicing Association (NMSA).
14 Jun 2017
FHLMC Guide Bulletin 2017-1: Servicer Reimbursement for Use of a Lockbox on an Abandoned Property
Freddie Mac issued a release containing several servicing updates. Included is the announcement of a reimbursement for servicers who incorporate the use of a lockbox for securing abandoned properties.
15 Feb 2017
The Cost of Fighting Community Blight
DS News released an article outlining a white paper commissioned by Community Blight Solutions that explores the impact vacant and abandoned properties have on their communities.
16 Jan 2017
Paterson Takes Possession of First Home Using its Abandoned Properties Ordinance
The Paterson Times published an article highlighting the acquisition of an abandoned property by the city of Paterson, NJ through a recently adopted neighborhood stabilization program ordinance.
3 Aug 2016
Topeka Touts Legislation to Aid in Taking Control of Abandoned Property
The office of Governor Sam Brownback issued a press release addressing the veto of KS SB 338.
11 Apr 2016
Huntington Adds New Fee For Vacant Home Inspections
Newsday published an article discussing the enactment of a vacant property inspection ordinance in Huntington, NY.
1 Oct 2015
New Jersey S2545/A3793: Concerns Expedited Process for Foreclosing Vacant and Abandoned Residential Properties in Uncontested Actions
On June 8, NJ S2545/A3793 had a second reading and is under consideration in the State House. If enacted, the bill would amend P.L.2012, c.70 (Senate Bill 2156).
30 Jun 2015