Press Releases
Mississippi Home Corporation to Host Foreclosure Counseling Training
October 22, 2008 Posted by Mississippi Real Estate
Counseling Provided for Those in Danger of Foreclosure
Jackson, MS - October 22, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — The Mississippi Home Corporation (MHC) will host training for housing counseling professionals during the week of October 27 focused on how to help Mississippians avoid foreclosure. MHC contracted with NeighborWorks America (NWA) to supply trainers for the courses at […]
MID Urges Coast Homeowners to Document Katrina Repairs Before Evacuating
September 8, 2008 Posted by Mississippi Real Estate
Jackson, MS - September 8, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — When packing up to evacuate the coast Mike Chaney, Mississippi Commissioner of Insurance urges homeowners to include receipts, contractor invoices and photographs documenting completed repairs at their houses from Katrina damage in their important documents package.
Get Homes and Insurance Ready for Gustav
August 27, 2008 Posted by Mississippi Real Estate
Jackson - August 27, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — The Mississippi Insurance Department (MID) reminds everyone that preparation in advance of a storm can help save lives and property and can prevent unpleasant insurance surprises should Hurricane Gustav take aim at the state.
Mississippi Home Corporation to Host Foreclosure Prevention Workshops Statewide
July 16, 2008 Posted by Mississippi Real Estate
Counseling Provided for Those in Danger of Foreclosure
Jackson, MS—Mississippians facing foreclosure will have the opportunity to talk to experts and seek help at a series of foreclosure prevention workshops being held statewide at the end of July.
HUD ACCEPTS $350 MILLION MISSISSIPPI PLAN TO PRODUCE THOUSANDS OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNITS FOR WORKING FAMILIES
June 27, 2008 Posted by Mississippi Real Estate
Mississippi will solicit bids to build approximately 12,000 homesWASHINGTON – U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Steve Preston today accepted a $350 million plan by the State of Mississippi to produce thousands of affordable housing units for working families who continue to experience a chronic housing shortage in the State.
Mississippi Home Corporation Awards $4.6 Million in Housing Tax Credits
June 17, 2008 Posted by Mississippi Real Estate
Developments Statewide Will Provide Affordable Rental Housing
Jackson, MS—The Mississippi Home Corporation (MHC) announced today that it has awarded approximately $4.6 million of Housing Tax Credits for 11 developments across
the State.
State parks ranked nationally
June 5, 2008 Posted by Mississippi Real Estate
ACROSS MISSISSIPPI — Five Mississippi State Parks were listed among ReserveAmerica’s Top 100 Family Campgrounds, according to the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP).
Thirty Days and Counting
May 6, 2008 Posted by Mississippi Real Estate
Coastal Residents urged to protect property with Flood Insurance
as 2008 Hurricane Season approaches Jackson –Starting today Mississippi Coastal Residents will begin casting a wary eye on the Gulf of Mexico and marking a countdown on their calendars. Thirty days from now the 2008
HUD Announces $45 Million for Affordable Housing and Community Development in Mississippi
April 21, 2008 Posted by Mississippi Real Estate
JACKSON – U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Alphonso Jackson today announced the State of Mississippi will receive more than $45 million to support community development and produce more affordable housing in Mississippi. HUD’s annual funding will also provide downpayment assistance to first-time homebuyers; assist individuals and families who might otherwise be living on the […]
Protecting Residents And Property While Saving Money
April 9, 2008 Posted by Mississippi Real Estate
BILOXI, Miss. — Gulf Coast community floodplain managers gathered recently to develop a plan that provides maximum assistance and protection for citizens.