2009-02-25T00:00:00Z opencongress.org tag:opencongress.org,2007:/bill/blog/45579 tag:opencongress.org,2009-02-25:/commentary/4423261 2009-02-25T00:00:00Z Sunlight Foundation As part of our #ReadtheBill campaign, in which the Sunlight Foundation advocates that all legislation should be available to the public for at least 72 hours before Congress begins debating it, I’m highlighting examples of legislation ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.sunlightfoundation.com/2009/02/25/read-the-bill-quick-bailout-for-fannie-and-freddie/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2009-01-07:/commentary/3916079 2009-01-07T00:00:00Z Erin Attardi, Realtor in Sacramento, CA... ... home improvement (2), home inspections (1), homes (1), hr 3221 (1), huh (1), humor (2), indymac bank (1), infill projects (2), interest rates (1), investment property (1), junior league of sacramento (1), landlord issues (2) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/868959/New-Listing-4517-Coppola-Circle-in-Elk-Grove-95757">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2009-01-07:/commentary/3921595 2009-01-07T00:00:00Z Asheville ECO Real Estate: Trends, Legacies... H.R. 3221, the "Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008," passed the House on July 23, 2008, by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26, 2008, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President signed the bill on July 30, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/869346/Understanding-the-Housing-Economic-Recovery-Act">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2009-01-06:/commentary/3916052 2009-01-06T00:00:00Z Open Congress : Blog Most Viewed Bills:. S.2433 · S.2544 · H.R.5749 · H.R.1424 · H.R.3221 · S.3001. OpenCongress is a joint project of the Participatory Politics Foundation and the Sunlight Foundation. Questions? Comments? Contact Us ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.opencongress.org/articles/view/798-A-New-Congress-Begins">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2009-01-06:/commentary/3916051 2009-01-06T00:00:00Z The Economic Advisor On July 30, 2008 United States President George W. 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Contact Us ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.opencongress.org/articles/view/790-The-Year-in-Voting">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-26:/commentary/3845230 2008-12-26T00:00:00Z Las Vegas Sun Stories: All Sun Headlines The July 2008, a housing rescue law (Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 - H.R.3221) is an abysmal failure used for 100 homes, because the Act is too complicated and too expensive for the everyday homeowner to take ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2008/dec/26/asleep-switch/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-26:/commentary/3829243 2008-12-26T00:00:00Z Joe Santini's Blog ... home inspections (2), homeowners insurance (1), homes (2), home sales (1), homestead (1), homestead exemption (1), home warranties (1), hotels (2), housing (2), hr 3221 (1), hurricanes (1), hurricane season (1), information (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/852430/Paying-Doc-Stamps-on-Short-Sales">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-25:/commentary/3821251 2008-12-25T00:00:00Z Florida's #1 Mortgage Planner - Managing... ... home equity safety (2), home mortgage restructuring (1), home prices (1), housing and economic recovery act of 2008 (1), hr 3221 (2), hud new gfe (1), hurricane preparedness (2), hurricane preperations (1), hurricane relief (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/851926/Merry-Christmas-Feliz-Navidad-Feliz-Natal">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-25:/commentary/3820446 2008-12-25T00:00:00Z Naples, Bonita Springs & Estero Life ... historic downtown (1), history of bonita springs (1), homeownership (6), home sales up in 2008 (1), homestead (1), hope now alliance (1), housing (1), housing and economic recovery act of 2008 (1), housing market (1), hr 3221 (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/851882/Best-Wishes-in-the-New-Year">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-24:/commentary/3806732 2008-12-24T00:00:00Z Business news & stories - BizChuck The American Housing Rescue & Foreclosure Prevention Act, H.R. 3221, will help families facing ... 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This FHA reform bill included important borrower protections which prohibit the sale of annuities and other financial products by those who also sell reverse ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bestreversemortgage.com/reverse-mortgage/top-reverse-mortgage-news-in-2008/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-23:/commentary/3798238 2008-12-23T00:00:00Z Untitled ... HR 3221 · HR 3915 · HR 5140 · HR 5830 · HR 6254 · Lending Ethics · loan modifications · MBA Convention · Mortgage Fraud · Mortgage Industry Legislation · mortgage industry regulation<br /><br /><a href="http://titanlenderscorp.com/blog/2008/12/23/mortgage-loan-modifications-re-defaults-and-waiting-for-more-data-before-pulling-the-plug/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-23:/commentary/3801114 2008-12-23T00:00:00Z Joe Santini's Blog ... home inspections (2), homeowners insurance (1), homes (2), home sales (1), homestead (1), homestead exemption (1), home warranties (1), hotels (2), housing (2), hr 3221 (1), hurricanes (1), hurricane season (1), information (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/850054/Holiday-Season-in-Boca-Raton">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-22:/commentary/3781940 2008-12-22T00:00:00Z Reverse Mortgage Guide Last summer Congress passed H.R. 3221: The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. This law specifically encourages you to divest by prohibiting people and firms from selling both reverse mortgages and “annuities, investments, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bestreversemortgage.com/reverse-mortgage/the-madoff-affair-reverse-mortgages/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-22:/commentary/3840459 2008-12-22T00:00:00Z Top Stories from CQ But by summer, the extent of decline in the housing market had become clearer, and Congress agreed — somewhat reluctantly — to give the Treasury Department the authority ( HR 3221 ) to buy the assets and stocks of the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.cqpolitics.com/wmspage.cfm?docID=weeklyreport-000002997726">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-22:/commentary/3802161 2008-12-22T00:00:00Z Open Congress : Blog Most Viewed Bills:. S.2433 · S.2544 · H.R.5749 · H.R.1424 · S.3001 · H.R.3221. OpenCongress is a joint project of the Participatory Politics Foundation and the Sunlight Foundation. Questions? Comments? 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Germantown MD · H.R. 3221 · Harford County MD · Howard County MD Homes · King George Virginia Homes · Lancaster PA · Loudoun County Public Schools · Lovettsville New Home · Lovettsville New Home -<br /><br /><a href="http://www.homefinders-newsletter.com/the-housing-industry-needs-a-common-sense-czar/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-21:/commentary/3770887 2008-12-21T00:00:00Z Real Estate Investment Finance ... holiday events (1), holiday marketing (1), home building (1), home buying 101 (3), homebuying 101 (1), home equity line (2), home loans (2), home sales (1), home staging (2), honesty (7), hope (2), house bill (2), hr 3221 (2) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/846565/My-Real-Estate-Agent-is-a-Loan-Officer">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-21:/commentary/3775980 2008-12-21T00:00:00Z Florida's #1 Mortgage Planner - Managing... ... happy halloween (1), home equity safety (2), home mortgage restructuring (1), home prices (1), housing and economic recovery act of 2008 (1), hr 3221 (2), hurricane preparedness (2), hurricane preperations (1), hurricane relief (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/846823/New-HUD-GFE-Proves-Government-Has-No-Clue">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-21:/commentary/3783505 2008-12-21T00:00:00Z Naples, Bonita Springs & Estero Life ... historic downtown (1), history of bonita springs (1), homeownership (6), home sales up in 2008 (1), homestead (1), hope now alliance (1), housing (1), housing and economic recovery act of 2008 (1), housing market (1), hr 3221 (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/845326/Naples-Beachfront-Condo-Sales-Twelve-year-Historys">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-21:/commentary/3780801 2008-12-21T00:00:00Z Naples, Bonita Springs & Estero Life ... historic downtown (1), history of bonita springs (1), homeownership (6), home sales up in 2008 (1), homestead (1), hope now alliance (1), housing (1), housing and economic recovery act of 2008 (1), housing market (1), hr 3221 (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/847614/Housing-Market-Report-Year-to-Date-Naples-Bonita-Springs-and-Estero-Florida">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-19:/commentary/3753911 2008-12-19T00:00:00Z Media Matters for America Unlike the Administration's recent administrative efforts to broaden FHA eligibility, H.R. 3221 is overly burdensome and prescriptive. It would force FHA and taxpayers to take on excessive risk, and jeopardize FHA's financial solvency. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://mediamatters.org/items/200812190009">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-19:/commentary/3755368 2008-12-19T00:00:00Z US Constitutionalist ... homeland security (2); homosexual agenda (19); housing bailout (14); Housing Bill (1); housing bubble (14); HR 1370 (1); HR 1955 (3); HR 2415 (2); HR 2640 (2); HR 2755 (2); HR 3216 (1); HR 3217 (1); HR 3221 (1); HR 3664 (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://us-constitutionalist.blogspot.com/2008/12/for-god-so-loved-world-video-with-jaci.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-19:/commentary/3753914 2008-12-19T00:00:00Z Illinois 1st Time Home Buyer ... home warranty of america (4), home with elevator (1), house (18), hr 3221 (2), hwa (1), illinois (27), illinois homes for sale (2), illinois real estate (7), illinois realtor (1), illinois state board of education (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/844882/12192008-Hainesville-Market-Report-Single-Family-Homes-Past-6-Months">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-19:/commentary/3751710 2008-12-19T00:00:00Z Joe Santini's Blog ... home inspections (2), homeowners insurance (1), homes (2), home sales (1), homestead (1), homestead exemption (1), home warranties (1), hotels (2), housing (2), hr 3221 (1), hurricanes (1), hurricane season (1), information (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/844300/A-Great-Time-to-Think-About-Refinancing">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-19:/commentary/3753361 2008-12-19T00:00:00Z Untitled ... FHA Bailout · Foreclosure · Foreclosure Prevention Act · Freddie Mac · Global Economy · Goldman Sachs · GSE Bailout · HOPE for Homeowners · Housing and Economic Recovery Act · Housing Refor<br /><br /><a href="http://titanlenderscorp.com/blog/2008/12/19/another-bailout-golman-sachs/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-19:/commentary/3753362 2008-12-19T00:00:00Z Hill Heat budget CAFE California waiver cap and trade coal conferences energy enviros EPA House energy bill HR 3221 HR 6 international Lieberman-Warner oil PTC renewables RES S 2191 S 3036 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.hillheat.com/articles/2008/12/19/next-noaa-chief-dr-jane-lubchenco">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-19:/commentary/3753366 2008-12-19T00:00:00Z Illinois 1st Time Home Buyer ... home warranty of america (4), home with elevator (1), house (18), hr 3221 (2), hwa (1), illinois (27), illinois homes for sale (2), illinois real estate (7), illinois realtor (1), illinois state board of education (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/844795/12192008-Grayslake-Market-Report-Single-Family-Homes-Past-6-Months">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-18:/commentary/3777075 2008-12-18T00:00:00Z Rooftop Views The $7500 home ownership tax credit that the federal government created earlier this year as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (H.R. 3221) is another tool to encourage potential buyers to jump off the fence and get into the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.realtown.com/adurbin/blog/buyers/untitled6">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-18:/commentary/3737300 2008-12-18T00:00:00Z Joe Santini's Blog ... home inspections (2), homeowners insurance (1), homes (2), home sales (1), homestead (1), homestead exemption (1), home warranties (1), hotels (2), housing (2), hr 3221 (1), hurricanes (1), hurricane season (1), information (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/843108/Service-Contracts">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-17:/commentary/3728904 2008-12-17T00:00:00Z Illinois 1st Time Home Buyer ... grayslake trick or treating (1); grayslake trick or treating hours (1); grayslake youth center (1); green home warranty option (1); green homes (2); greenplus (1); grinders cafe and eatery (1); H.R. 3221 (2); halloween candy (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://jimstarwalt.blogspot.com/2008/12/new-home-in-2009.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-17:/commentary/3798241 2008-12-17T00:00:00Z World Economic Recession The only ray of daylight inside this cloudy scenario for senior homeowners is the recent road of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act, H.R. 3221. 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Super Rich Tax Cheats Outed by Bank Clerk | (16 / 07 / 08); Imprisoned agent's wife: President is a hypocrite | (25 / 01 / 07) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.truthring.org/2008/12/cheney-lauds-obamas-choice-of-national-security-team/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-16:/commentary/3728392 2008-12-16T00:00:00Z the Burg {blog} The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (H.R. 3221) signed into law by President Bush in July offers first-time homebuyers a tax credit equal to 10% of the cost of their home up to $7500. This tax credit is available to first-time ...<br /><br /><a href="http://fbgliving.com/blog/2008/12/16/first-time-homebuyers-tax-credit/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-16:/commentary/3755370 2008-12-16T00:00:00Z Citizens Against Government Waste Stories ( Washington , D.C. ) - The Council for Citizens Against Government Waste (CCAGW) today strongly denounced the Bush Administrations’ cave-in on H.R. 3221, The American Housing and Foreclosure Prevention Act. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://councilfor.cagw.org/site/News2?page=NewsArticle&amp;id=11556">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-15:/commentary/3701573 2008-12-15T00:00:00Z Illinois 1st Time Home Buyer ... grayslake trick or treating (1); grayslake trick or treating hours (1); grayslake youth center (1); green home warranty option (1); green homes (2); greenplus (1); grinders cafe and eatery (1); H.R. 3221 (2); halloween candy (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://jimstarwalt.blogspot.com/2008/12/cut-costs-energy-saving-tips-for-winter.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-15:/commentary/3692415 2008-12-15T00:00:00Z The Manufactured Housing Global Network One solution which is still on the horizon is the new FHA Title I reform legislation which is a part of the new Housing Stimulus Act, HR 3221. Also referred to as the FHA Manufactured Housing Loan Modernization Act of 2008 it is ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mfdhousing.com/portal/stories.php3?nid=7081">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-15:/commentary/3699710 2008-12-15T00:00:00Z Untitled ... Housing Reform · HR 3221 · HR 3915 · HR 5140 · HR 5830 · HR 6254 · Lending Ethics · loan modifications · MBA Convention · Mortgage Fraud · Mortgage Industry Legislation · mort<br /><br /><a href="http://titanlenderscorp.com/blog/2008/12/08/treasurys-new-foreclosure-plan/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-15:/commentary/3699711 2008-12-15T00:00:00Z Kensington Financial Group, LLC. How to Wow Your Mortgage Lender · Summary of Key Provisions of H.R. 3221 - The Housi... Kensington Financial Group Nominated for "Favorite... 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Sunday, Decembe<br /><br /><a href="http://conservativereader.net/wordpress/2008/12/14/no-ones-responsible-not-even-barney-frank/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-14:/commentary/3683691 2008-12-14T00:00:00Z Conservatives for Corker Corker Releases New Energy Proposal · Sen. Corker at TN GOP 2008 Statesmen's Dinner · When "Good" money becomes "Bad" · â–º July (9). Newton & Scharf's Enemy of the State..."The Mother... H.R.322<br /><br /><a href="http://conservativesforcorker.blogspot.com/2008/12/watch-senator-corker-live-on-tv-sunday.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-13:/commentary/3677234 2008-12-13T00:00:00Z The Conservative Reader Simple Survey Q&A · Detailed Discussion on Topics · What Is America Doing Right? Other Resources · Where To Vote · HR 3221 Text · Floods of 2008 · Blogrolls · Swamp Stompers Recent Posts. Saturday, Decem<br /><br /><a href="http://conservativereader.net/wordpress/2008/12/13/the-path-to-victory-grassroots-republicanism/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-13:/commentary/3677222 2008-12-13T00:00:00Z Tallahassee Real Estate ... how to make excel charts (1), how to subscribe (1), how to write an offer (1), hr 3221 (1), ira (1), ira real estate (1), jefferson county florida real estate (4), jefferson county real estate (1), kathy lollis real estate (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/834558/How-To-Use-Blog-Subscriptions-To-Deliver-Great-Information-To-Your-Inbox">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-12:/commentary/3668202 2008-12-12T00:00:00Z CRL Publications American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (S 3221 and HR 3221) Both the House and Senate versions of this bill address a variety of issues related to the foreclosure epidemic. Among the provisions (but not ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.responsiblelending.org/issues/mortgage/solutions/solutions-to-the-foreclosure-crisis.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-12:/commentary/3668203 2008-12-12T00:00:00Z US Constitutionalist ... homeland security (2); homosexual agenda (19); housing bailout (14); Housing Bill (1); housing bubble (14); HR 1370 (1); HR 1955 (3); HR 2415 (2); HR 2640 (2); HR 2755 (2); HR 3216 (1); HR 3217 (1); HR 3221 (1); HR 3664 (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://us-constitutionalist.blogspot.com/2008/12/pelosi-confirms-war-on-christmas.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-12:/commentary/3668275 2008-12-12T00:00:00Z US Constitutionalist ... homeland security (2); homosexual agenda (19); housing bailout (14); Housing Bill (1); housing bubble (14); HR 1370 (1); HR 1955 (3); HR 2415 (2); HR 2640 (2); HR 2755 (2); HR 3216 (1); HR 3217 (1); HR 3221 (1); HR 3664 (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://us-constitutionalist.blogspot.com/2008/12/chuck-baldwin-headlines-constitution.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-12:/commentary/3668277 2008-12-12T00:00:00Z Illinois 1st Time Home Buyer ... home warranty of america (4), home with elevator (1), house (18), hr 3221 (2), hwa (1), illinois (27), illinois homes for sale (2), illinois real estate (7), illinois realtor (1), illinois state board of education (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/833739/12122008-Chesapeake-Farms-Grayslake-Market-Report-Past-6-Months">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-11:/commentary/3648466 2008-12-11T00:00:00Z Optimized Content Means Optimal Service ... holiday events (1), holiday marketing (1), home building (1), home buying 101 (3), homebuying 101 (1), home equity line (2), home loans (2), home sales (1), home staging (2), honesty (7), hope (2), house bill (2), hr 3221 (2) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/831035/Tips-Countdown-23-Full-Doc-Income-Explained">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-11:/commentary/3656508 2008-12-11T00:00:00Z Conservatives for Corker July (9). Newton & Scharf's Enemy of the State..."The Mother... H.R.3221..Corker holds tough, Alexander well...? Corker: Public backs new oil drilling · H.R.6515 "Drill Responsibly" aka "The Never Drill . ...<br /><br /><a href="http://conservativesforcorker.blogspot.com/2008/12/hr-7321-emergency-automobile-industry.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-10:/commentary/3644786 2008-12-10T00:00:00Z US Constitutionalist ... homeland security (2); homosexual agenda (19); housing bailout (14); Housing Bill (1); housing bubble (14); HR 1370 (1); HR 1955 (3); HR 2415 (2); HR 2640 (2); HR 2755 (2); HR 3216 (1); HR 3217 (1); HR 3221 (1); HR 3664 (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://us-constitutionalist.blogspot.com/2008/12/fiat-money-great-depression.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-10:/commentary/3643547 2008-12-10T00:00:00Z Bob's Blog ... house for sale in whittier (4), house for sale in whittwood (1), household (1), housing and economic recovery act of 2008 (1), how much can i afford (1), how to save (1), hr 3221 (1), ill be home for christmas (1), inflation (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/830569/Why-Buy-a-Bank-Owned-House">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-10:/commentary/3643071 2008-12-10T00:00:00Z US Constitutionalist ... homeland security (2); homosexual agenda (19); housing bailout (14); Housing Bill (1); housing bubble (14); HR 1370 (1); HR 1955 (3); HR 2415 (2); HR 2640 (2); HR 2755 (2); HR 3216 (1); HR 3217 (1); HR 3221 (1); HR 3664 (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://us-constitutionalist.blogspot.com/2008/12/selective-constitutionalism.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-10:/commentary/3639210 2008-12-10T00:00:00Z Conservatives for Corker H.R.3221..Corker holds tough, Alexander well...? Corker: Public backs new oil drilling · H.R.6515 "Drill Responsibly" aka "The Never Drill ... With a Commitment to Fix the MED Issue, Alexander . ...<br /><br /><a href="http://conservativesforcorker.blogspot.com/2008/12/corker-to-speak-in-nashville-on.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-10:/commentary/3666928 2008-12-10T00:00:00Z US Constitutionalist ... homeland security (2); homosexual agenda (19); housing bailout (14); Housing Bill (1); housing bubble (14); HR 1370 (1); HR 1955 (3); HR 2415 (2); HR 2640 (2); HR 2755 (2); HR 3216 (1); HR 3217 (1); HR 3221 (1); HR 3664 (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://us-constitutionalist.blogspot.com/2008/12/is-now-time-for-world-government.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-10:/commentary/3648464 2008-12-10T00:00:00Z tax credit This year the President signed a new major housing bill (H.R.3221) into law. As part of this housing bill, Congress has created a new, temporary tax credit of up to $7500 to provide an incentive to purchase a home for first-time ...<br /><br /><a href="http://bacondenver.blogspot.com/2008/11/7500-tax-credit-for-you.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-10:/commentary/3644787 2008-12-10T00:00:00Z Illinois 1st Time Home Buyer ... grayslake trick or treating (1); grayslake trick or treating hours (1); grayslake youth center (1); green home warranty option (1); green homes (2); greenplus (1); grinders cafe and eatery (1); H.R. 3221 (2); halloween candy (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://jimstarwalt.blogspot.com/2008/12/helping-our-heroes-benefit-concert.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-09:/commentary/3643546 2008-12-09T00:00:00Z Mortgage Broker Coaching, LLC I am currently sitting in a conference, hosted by the Arizona Association of Mortgage Brokers (AAMB), discussing the new national mortgage licensing requirements under H.R. 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 - Title V ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mortgagebrokercoaching.com/2008/12/new-national-mo.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-09:/commentary/3625114 2008-12-09T00:00:00Z Florida's #1 Mortgage Planner - Managing... ... happy halloween (1), home equity safety (2), home mortgage restructuring (1), home prices (1), housing and economic recovery act of 2008 (1), hr 3221 (2), hurricane preparedness (2), hurricane preperations (1), hurricane relief (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/828382/Mortgage-Rates-Where-Are-They-Headed">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-09:/commentary/3625111 2008-12-09T00:00:00Z St. Louis Real Estate and News You Can Use The First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit was passed this year as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (H.R. 3221) on july 30, 2008 and targets any individual that hasn't owned a home for at least three years. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://realestatetrio.blogspot.com/2008/12/how-tac-credit-works.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-08:/commentary/3614478 2008-12-08T00:00:00Z Illinois 1st Time Home Buyer ... grayslake trick or treating (1); grayslake trick or treating hours (1); grayslake youth center (1); green home warranty option (1); green homes (2); greenplus (1); grinders cafe and eatery (1); H.R. 3221 (2); halloween candy (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://jimstarwalt.blogspot.com/2008/12/brand-new-hwa-green-home-warranty.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-08:/commentary/3614476 2008-12-08T00:00:00Z FHAapproval.Org 203K appraisals Assistance bail buy buy and bail California Co-Signer Condo Down Downpayment Assistance Programs FHA FHA Loan Limts FHA loans FHA Secure FHASecure First Home Buyers H4H Hope for Homeowners HR 3221 HR 6694 HUD Loan ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.fhaapproval.org/blog/fha-news/buzz-down-payment-assistant-programs-doing-brisk-business/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-08:/commentary/3612894 2008-12-08T00:00:00Z Optimized Content Means Optimal Service ... holiday events (1), holiday marketing (1), home building (1), home buying 101 (3), homebuying 101 (1), home equity line (2), home loans (2), home sales (1), home staging (2), honesty (7), hope (2), house bill (2), hr 3221 (2) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/826271/Low-Loan-Amounts-Difficult-To-Fund">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-08:/commentary/3623232 2008-12-08T00:00:00Z Grab a bucket it's time to bail!!! GovTrack: H.R. 3221: Text of Legislation, Enrolled... ABC News: Citi, AIG Won't Drop Big Sports Sponsors... Paulson debates next $350 billion in bailout: repo... Auditors: Not enough oversight for bailout - Econo. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://realinfomaniac.blogspot.com/2008/12/govtrack-hr-3221-text-of-legislation.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-08:/commentary/3625112 2008-12-08T00:00:00Z New Hampshire Real Estate WASHINGTON - July 26, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — United States Senator Judd Gregg (R-NH), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Budget Committee, today applauded Senate passage of the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (H.R. 3221) to help ...<br /><br /><a href="http://newhampshire.realestaterama.com/2008/08/17/nh-senator-supports-bill-to-help-people-stay-in-homes-stem-foreclosure-rates-provide-stability-to-the-financial-markets-and-restore-confidence-in-the-nation%E2%80%99s-economy-ID049.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-08:/commentary/3617795 2008-12-08T00:00:00Z Pederson Properties' Blog H.R. 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* passed the House on July 23, 2008, by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26, 2008, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President signed the bill on July 30, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://pedersonpropertiesinc.wordpress.com/2008/12/09/understanding-the-housing-economic-recovery-act/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-07:/commentary/3602298 2008-12-07T00:00:00Z Michael's Blog ... homecomings (1), home valuation code of conduct (2), house bill 3609 (1), house bill hr 3609 (1), housing market stabilizer (1), housing wire (1), how did we get into this mortgage mess and how do we get out (1), hr 3221 (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/502496/Federal-Trade-Commission-Cautious-Of-The-Home-Valuation-Code-of-Conduct">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-06:/commentary/3677235 2008-12-06T00:00:00Z www.redstate.com: Latest blog entries However if you look at the bill that rests oon the Senate Calendar for final consideration, it appears that the “oldâ€* H.R. 3221 with all the Global Warming (even creates a position for AlGore so he can give away your money within the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://wordpress.redstate.com/dskinner11/2008/11/09/prepare-to-defend-your-country/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-05:/commentary/3606073 2008-12-05T00:00:00Z Vivianne Rutkowski&#39;s Weblog The $7500 home ownership tax credit that the federal government created earlier this year as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221) is another tool at your disposal to encourage potential buyers to jump off the fence ...<br /><br /><a href="http://viviannerutkowski.wordpress.com/2008/12/06/6-key-facts-about-the-first-time-buyer-7500-tax-credit-credit-ends-july-1-2009/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-05:/commentary/3572477 2008-12-05T00:00:00Z Open Congress : Blog As part of H.R.3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 that was signed into law this summer, Congress approved a provision that allows corporations to claim additional R&D or AMT credits in 2008 in lieu of bonus depreciation ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.opencongress.org/articles/view/773-Chrysler-s-Special-Tax-Provision">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-05:/commentary/3571284 2008-12-05T00:00:00Z Ohio RealEstateRama OHFA was allocated the additional housing tax credits as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (H.R. 3221) passed in late July. “By receiving these additional credits, the developers can invest more in creating and preserving ...<br /><br /><a href="http://ohio.realestaterama.com/2008/10/24/ohfa-awards-additional-23-million-in-housing-tax-credits-ID0136.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-05:/commentary/3571287 2008-12-05T00:00:00Z Illinois 1st Time Home Buyer ... grinders cafe and eatery (1); H.R. 3221 (2); halloween candy (1); helping our heroes (1); historic homes (1); holiday entertaining (1); home buying (34); home closing (6); home criteria (13); home equity (1); home inspection (10) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://jimstarwalt.blogspot.com/2008/12/researching-your-historic-home.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-05:/commentary/3570624 2008-12-05T00:00:00Z You Can Operate Or You Can Dominate ... holiday events (1), holiday marketing (1), home building (1), home buying 101 (3), homebuying 101 (1), home equity line (2), home loans (2), home sales (1), home staging (2), honesty (7), hope (2), house bill (2), hr 3221 (2) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/821969/If-You-Had-Nothing-To-Fear">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-05:/commentary/3570622 2008-12-05T00:00:00Z US Constitutionalist ... homeland security (2); homosexual agenda (19); housing bailout (14); Housing Bill (1); housing bubble (14); HR 1370 (1); HR 1955 (3); HR 2415 (2); HR 2640 (2); HR 2755 (2); HR 3216 (1); HR 3217 (1); HR 3221 (1); HR 3664 (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://us-constitutionalist.blogspot.com/2008/12/recovering-magic-of-christmas.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-05:/commentary/3568872 2008-12-05T00:00:00Z Florida's #1 Mortgage Planner - Managing... ... happy halloween (1), home equity safety (2), home mortgage restructuring (1), home prices (1), housing and economic recovery act of 2008 (1), hr 3221 (2), hurricane preparedness (2), hurricane preperations (1), hurricane relief (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/821781/Florida-Mortgage-Rates-Hit-45">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-05:/commentary/3568868 2008-12-05T00:00:00Z Joe Santini's Blog ... homeowners insurance (1), homes (2), home sales (1), homestead (1), homestead exemption (1), hotels (2), housing (2), hr 3221 (1), hurricanes (1), hurricane season (1), information (1), inspections (1), inspectors (1), insurance (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/821775/Sales-are-up-in-Boca-Raton-and-across-South-Florida">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-05:/commentary/3564601 2008-12-05T00:00:00Z Conservatives for Corker H.R.3221..Corker holds tough, Alexander well...? Corker: Public backs new oil drilling · H.R.6515 "Drill Responsibly" aka "The Never Drill ... With a Commitment to Fix the MED Issue, Alexander ... Corker and Alexander go to bat for ..<br /><br /><a href="http://conservativesforcorker.blogspot.com/2008/12/corker-owned-senate-bailout-hearingthe.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-05:/commentary/3558121 2008-12-05T00:00:00Z Ballardia Over the summer, a 694 page "Amendment to Senate Amendment to House Amendments to Senate Amendment to H.R. 3221" was passed into law. You may know it by its Short Title, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://ballardia.blogspot.com/2008/10/end-of-ballardia-as-we-know-it.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-05:/commentary/3774572 2008-12-05T00:00:00Z Tennessee RealEstateRama today made the following statement after voting for the Housing bill (H.R. 3221), which the Senate approved today by a vote of 72 to 13:. “I voted for this extraordinary but essential step to restore confidence to housing markets and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://tennessee.realestaterama.com/2008/07/26/alexander-votes-to-help-tennessee-homeowners-and-stabilize-housing-market-ID043.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-04:/commentary/3552637 2008-12-04T00:00:00Z Smith & Shepherd ... hb081041 (1), high altitude (1), hilary clintong replacing biden (1), home buying (1), house payment (1), house poor (1), hr 3221 america houseing bill rescue and foreclosure prevention act 2008 (1), husband (1), instruction (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/820689/Interactive-School-Map-online">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-04:/commentary/3552635 2008-12-04T00:00:00Z US Constitutionalist ... homeland security (2); homosexual agenda (19); housing bailout (14); Housing Bill (1); housing bubble (14); HR 1370 (1); HR 1955 (3); HR 2415 (2); HR 2640 (2); HR 2755 (2); HR 3216 (1); HR 3217 (1); HR 3221 (1); HR 3664 (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://us-constitutionalist.blogspot.com/2008/12/indiana-planned-parenthood-covering-up.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-04:/commentary/3552634 2008-12-04T00:00:00Z Erin Attardi, Realtor in Sacramento, CA... This is not a seller-funded downpayment assistance program a la Nehemiah or Ameridream - those are still banned per the provisions in HR 3221, and it does not look like seller-funded downpayment assistance will be coming back any time ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/820955/100-Financing-in-Sacramentois-it-possible">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-04:/commentary/3550009 2008-12-04T00:00:00Z Joe Santini's Blog ... homestead (1), homestead exemption (1), hotels (2), housing (2), hr 3221 (1), hurricanes (1), hurricane season (1), information (1), inspections (1), inspectors (1), insurance (1), interest rates (1), international buyers (2) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/820622/Deed-in-Lieu-of-Foreclosure">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-04:/commentary/3548319 2008-12-04T00:00:00Z Kansas City Real Estate & Investing Blog Links. HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 · vizionkc · Amazing Remodel. Archives. December 2008 (6) · November 2008 (16) · October 2008 (19) · September 2008 (33) · August 2008 (31) · Jul<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/820066/What-Do-You-Think-About-Home-Staging">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-04:/commentary/3548321 2008-12-04T00:00:00Z Smith & Shepherd ... hb081041 (1), high altitude (1), hilary clintong replacing biden (1), home buying (1), house payment (1), house poor (1), hr 3221 america houseing bill rescue and foreclosure prevention act 2008 (1), husband (1), instruction (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/820275/Festival-of-Lights-Parade-of-Lights-Downtown-Colorado-Springs">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-04:/commentary/3545221 2008-12-04T00:00:00Z You Can Operate Or You Can Dominate ... holiday events (1), holiday marketing (1), home building (1), home buying 101 (3), homebuying 101 (1), home equity line (2), home loans (2), home sales (1), home staging (2), honesty (7), hope (2), house bill (2), hr 3221 (2) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/819700/Tips-Countdown-25-Debt-to-Income-Ratio-DTI">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-04:/commentary/3552636 2008-12-04T00:00:00Z Erin Attardi's Blog This is not a seller-funded downpayment assistance program a la Nehemiah or Ameridream - those are still banned per provisions in HR 3221, and it does not look like they will be coming back any time soon (no sooner than when HR 6694 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://erinattardi.featuredblog.com/?p=43">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-03:/commentary/3540499 2008-12-03T00:00:00Z Critical Nation U.S. Leader for Illegal Drug Use... Why This Housing Bust Is Worst Ever The American D... The Definition of Insanity is... HUD Secretary Speaks out on H.R. 3221 · Ron Paul is Up · Evidence of Moral Hazard from Bank Bailouts ...<br /><br /><a href="http://criticalnation.blogspot.com/2008/12/krozner-its-not-cra.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-03:/commentary/3534737 2008-12-03T00:00:00Z Telemarketers keep calling me Dec 2: Recording of "public announcement" H.R.3221 scam. Woman's voice: "This is a public announcement regarding the American housing rescue and foreclosure prevention act HR three two two one for homeowners in mortgage distress because <br /><br /><a href="http://phonespam.blogspot.com/2008/12/dec-2-recording-of-public-announcement.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-03:/commentary/3541403 2008-12-03T00:00:00Z Team Newhouse Blog ... house value (118), how important is real estate to our economy (1), hr 3221 (1), hunters creek (1), hunters glen (1), hunters landing (1), hunters ridge (2), ialue (1), independence square (1), information (22), investment (121) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/818897/How-important-is-real-estate-to-our-economy">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-03:/commentary/3541420 2008-12-03T00:00:00Z Ez1 Realty Blog ... how to advertise homes on the internet (1), how to get sold prices on your web site (1), hr 3221 housing assistance tax act of 2008 short summary (1), if it works throw me a bone (1), important factors when selling a home (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/819335/Expired-Convertor-Coupons-Delivered">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-03:/commentary/3540498 2008-12-03T00:00:00Z US Constitutionalist ... homeland security (2); homosexual agenda (19); housing bailout (14); Housing Bill (1); housing bubble (14); HR 1370 (1); HR 1955 (3); HR 2415 (2); HR 2640 (2); HR 2755 (2); HR 3216 (1); HR 3217 (1); HR 3221 (1); HR 3664 (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://us-constitutionalist.blogspot.com/2008/12/pardon-border-guards.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-02:/commentary/3546443 2008-12-02T00:00:00Z NHC Open House Blog The Neighborhood Stabilization Program provides grants to communities laden with high foreclosure rates and was authorized under Title III of H.R. 3221, the "Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008." Las Vegas, Nevada currently has ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.nhcopenhouse.org/2008/12/local-las-vegas-news-team-investigates.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-02:/commentary/3531552 2008-12-02T00:00:00Z Joe Santini's Blog ... homestead (1), homestead exemption (1), hotels (2), housing (2), hr 3221 (1), hurricanes (1), hurricane season (1), information (1), inspections (1), inspectors (1), insurance (1), interest rates (1), international buyers (2) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/817489/Boca-Raton-Luxury-Market-Report-For-November-2008">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-02:/commentary/3531550 2008-12-02T00:00:00Z Team Mason News Blog The $7500 home ownership tax credit that the federal government created earlier this year as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (H.R. 3221) is another tool at your disposal to encourage potential buyers to jump off the fence ...<br /><br /><a href="http://teammason.wordpress.com/2008/12/03/first-time-buyer-tax-credit/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-02:/commentary/3528533 2008-12-02T00:00:00Z Conservatives for Corker H.R.3221..Corker holds tough, Alexander well...? Corker: Public backs new oil drilling · H.R.6515 "Drill Responsibly" aka "The Never Drill ... With a Commitment to Fix the MED Issue, Alexander . ...<br /><br /><a href="http://conservativesforcorker.blogspot.com/2008/12/chambliss-up-in-georgia-senate-runoff.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-02:/commentary/3528532 2008-12-02T00:00:00Z Team Newhouse July 30, 2008: President Bush signs a housing bill seen as the most significant in decades (H.R. 3221). The measure lets homeowners who can't afford their payments refinance into more affordable government-backed loans rather than lose ...<br /><br /><a href="http://teamnewhouse.blogspot.com/2008/12/last-thirty-months-of-my-first-thirty.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-01:/commentary/3522763 2008-12-01T00:00:00Z Illinois 1st Time Home Buyer ... grayslake trick or treating (1); grayslake trick or treating hours (1); grayslake youth center (1); green homes (1); grinders cafe and eatery (1); H.R. 3221 (2); halloween candy (1); helping our heroes (1); holiday entertaining (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://jimstarwalt.blogspot.com/2008/12/holiday-tips.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-01:/commentary/3521142 2008-12-01T00:00:00Z Joe Santini's Blog ... homestead (1), homestead exemption (1), hotels (2), housing (2), hr 3221 (1), hurricanes (1), hurricane season (1), information (1), inspections (1), inspectors (1), insurance (1), interest rates (1), international buyers (2) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/814753/Hurricane-Season-Has-Ended-for-2008">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-01:/commentary/3522760 2008-12-01T00:00:00Z Mortgage Underwriter Guidelines FHA Rescue Program - FHA Secure · 102% LTV Government Guarantee Mortgage · New Housing Law HR-3221 VA impact · FHA Changes for 2008 · â–º July (5). Bush Ready To Sign Mortgage Bailout · The Credit Crisis Explained ...<br /><br /><a href="http://mortgageguidelines.blogspot.com/2008/12/for-sale-by-owner-program.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-01:/commentary/3524102 2008-12-01T00:00:00Z You Can Operate Or You Can Dominate ... holiday events (1), holiday marketing (1), home building (1), home buying 101 (3), homebuying 101 (1), home equity line (2), home loans (2), home sales (1), home staging (2), honesty (7), hope (2), house bill (2), hr 3221 (2) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/815879/Agent-Tips-Countdown-27-Prepping-for-Appraisal">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-01:/commentary/3523359 2008-12-01T00:00:00Z Untitled ... HR 3221 · HR 3915 · HR 5140 · HR 5830 · HR 6254 · Lending Ethics · loan modifications · MBA Convention · Mortgage Fraud · Mortgage Industry Legislation · mortgage industry regulation<br /><br /><a href="http://titanlenderscorp.com/blog/2008/12/01/commentary-mandatory-mortgage-modifications-and-the-us-consitution/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-01:/commentary/3522761 2008-12-01T00:00:00Z US Constitutionalist ... homeland security (2); homosexual agenda (19); housing bailout (14); Housing Bill (1); housing bubble (14); HR 1370 (1); HR 1955 (3); HR 2415 (2); HR 2640 (2); HR 2755 (2); HR 3216 (1); HR 3217 (1); HR 3221 (1); HR 3664 (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://us-constitutionalist.blogspot.com/2008/12/posse-comitatus-act-to-be-abolished-in.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-12-01:/commentary/3528534 2008-12-01T00:00:00Z Hill Heat events budget CAFE California waiver cap and trade coal conferences energy enviros EPA House energy bill HR 3221 HR 6 international Lieberman-Warner oil PTC renewables RES S 2191 S 3036 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.hillheat.com/events/2008/12/01/green-recovery">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-30:/commentary/3511273 2008-11-30T00:00:00Z Pensacola Blog - Homes by Kim Gibbons, Realtor When it comes to help from new federal legislation for distressed home owners, the $300 billion "Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008" (H.R. 3221), signed earlier this year, can provide more immediate relief. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/813388/December-Real-Estate-Newsletter">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-30:/commentary/3515194 2008-11-30T00:00:00Z US Constitutionalist ... homeland security (1); homosexual agenda (19); housing bailout (14); Housing Bill (1); housing bubble (14); HR 1370 (1); HR 1955 (3); HR 2415 (2); HR 2640 (2); HR 2755 (2); HR 3216 (1); HR 3217 (1); HR 3221 (1); HR 3664 (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://us-constitutionalist.blogspot.com/2008/11/time-to-follow-reagans-example.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-29:/commentary/3507569 2008-11-29T00:00:00Z JoeSpakeBlog.com August Newsletter Links · Some in Congress Will Not Let the Smoke and Mirror... More on the Housing Bill · Why not do a Staycation for Labor Day Weekend? â–º July (8). Test Post · REALTORS' Read on HR 3221, the Housing and Econo<br /><br /><a href="http://memphisrealestate.blogspot.com/2008/11/newspapers-and-magazines-little-thinner.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-28:/commentary/3495176 2008-11-28T00:00:00Z Gerard's Blog The program was created by Congress as part of HR 3221 (Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008). The program became effective from October 1, 2008 and is destined to end September 30, 2011. Basically the program works like this; ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/811606/Hope-4-Homeowners-Program">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-28:/commentary/3498988 2008-11-28T00:00:00Z US Constitutionalist ... homeland security (1); homosexual agenda (19); housing bailout (14); Housing Bill (1); housing bubble (14); HR 1370 (1); HR 1955 (3); HR 2415 (2); HR 2640 (2); HR 2755 (2); HR 3216 (1); HR 3217 (1); HR 3221 (1); HR 3664 (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://us-constitutionalist.blogspot.com/2008/11/what-chances-global-financial.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-27:/commentary/3485804 2008-11-27T00:00:00Z The Conservative Reader Simple Survey Q&A · Detailed Discussion on Topics · What Is America Doing Right? Other Resources · Where To Vote · HR 3221 Text · Floods of 2008 · Blogrolls · Swamp Stompers Recent Posts. Thursday, Novem<br /><br /><a href="http://conservativereader.net/wordpress/2008/11/27/thanksgiving-whats-important/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-27:/commentary/3489061 2008-11-27T00:00:00Z John Occhi's Blog ... holy spirit (4), home (29), homebuyer (4), home buyer (5), home for sale (2), home office (1), homeowner (27), homeowners (1), homes (6), house (7), housing (2), housing bubble (1), hr 3221 (1), hr 3648 (1), hsjaor (9), hsjbor (2) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/810817/After-500-BPOs-Im-Still-Learning">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-27:/commentary/3487159 2008-11-27T00:00:00Z Joe Santini's Blog ... homeowners insurance (1), homes (2), home sales (1), homestead (1), homestead exemption (1), hotels (2), housing (2), hr 3221 (1), information (1), inspections (1), inspectors (1), interest rates (1), international buyers (2) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/810825/Happy-Thanksgiving-From-Boca-Raton">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-27:/commentary/3479929 2008-11-27T00:00:00Z Florida Mortgage Blogger ... gas prices (3), gmail (1), good faith estimate (1), google chrome (1), google page rank (1), halloween (1), holidays (1), home equity (1), home loans (1), home sales (3), home staging (2), housing market (2), hr 3221 (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/810259/Does-Former-Feds-Selection-as-Chair-Mean-Volckers-Recession-Revisited">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-27:/commentary/3479925 2008-11-27T00:00:00Z Oahu Home Sales The $7500 home ownership tax credit that the federal government created earlier this year (2008) as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (H.R. 3221) is something that should help first time buyers to make the leap into real ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blogs.alohaliving.com/oahu-home-sales/2008/11/26/facts-about-the-first-time-buyer-tax-credit/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-26:/commentary/3473068 2008-11-26T00:00:00Z David Iseman's Weblog The $7500 home ownership tax credit that the federal government created earlier this year as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (H.R. 3221) is another tool at your disposal to encourage potential buyers to jump off the fence ...<br /><br /><a href="http://davidiseman.wordpress.com/2008/11/26/first-time-home-buyer-credit/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-26:/commentary/3475361 2008-11-26T00:00:00Z Illinois 1st Time Home Buyer ... grayslake summer days (1); grayslake summer days 2008 (1); grayslake trick or treating (1); grayslake trick or treating hours (1); grayslake youth center (1); green homes (1); grinders cafe and eatery (1); H.R. 3221 (2) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://jimstarwalt.blogspot.com/2008/11/lake-countys-largest-bridal-fair.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-26:/commentary/3473069 2008-11-26T00:00:00Z Mark Stark's Blog Summary of the H.R. 3221 - Housing and erconomic Recorvery Act of 2008: housing-and-economic-recovery-act-of-20082. National Association of REALTORS Government Affairs Update: first-time-home-buyers-data4. THE NEVADA STATE BOND PROGRAM ...<br /><br /><a href="http://markstark.wordpress.com/2008/11/26/how-to-generate-more-leads-to-yourself/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-25:/commentary/3458207 2008-11-25T00:00:00Z US Constitutionalist ... homeland security (1); homosexual agenda (19); housing bailout (14); Housing Bill (1); housing bubble (14); HR 1370 (1); HR 1955 (3); HR 2415 (2); HR 2640 (2); HR 2755 (2); HR 3216 (1); HR 3217 (1); HR 3221 (1); HR 3664 (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://us-constitutionalist.blogspot.com/2008/11/blessed-thanksgiving.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-25:/commentary/3461892 2008-11-25T00:00:00Z Joe Santini's Blog ... homeowners insurance (1), homes (2), home sales (1), homestead (1), homestead exemption (1), hotels (2), housing (2), hr 3221 (1), information (1), inspections (1), inspectors (1), interest rates (1), international buyers (2) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/808608/Thanksgiving-in-Boca-Raton">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-25:/commentary/3450890 2008-11-25T00:00:00Z Erin Attardi, Realtor in Sacramento, CA... ... hollywood park (1), home improvement (2), home inspections (1), homes (1), hr 3221 (1), huh (1), humor (2), indymac bank (1), infill projects (2), interest rates (1), junior league of sacramento (1), landlord issues (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/806773/Check-before-you-burn-in-Sacramento-County">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-25:/commentary/3450891 2008-11-25T00:00:00Z Maryland and Virginia Real Estate and Homes Blog ... Germantown MD · H.R. 3221 · Harford County MD · King George Virginia Homes · Lancaster PA · Loudoun County Public Schools · Lovettsville New Home · Lovettsville New Home - 40 acres and mountain view, hor<br /><br /><a href="http://www.homefinders-newsletter.com/mortgage-mess-and-proposal-for-a-solution/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-25:/commentary/3641195 2008-11-25T00:00:00Z The Foreclosure and Credit Chronicles 2009 You can download a full copy of HR 3221: Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 HERE in .PDF Format The following summary was for the Concurrence Vote for this bill on 2008-07-26. The bill may have changed since then. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://mycollectorcom.blogspot.com/2008/11/hr-3221-housing-and-economic-recovery.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-24:/commentary/3442410 2008-11-24T00:00:00Z US Constitutionalist ... homeland security (1); homosexual agenda (19); housing bailout (14); Housing Bill (1); housing bubble (14); HR 1370 (1); HR 1955 (3); HR 2415 (2); HR 2640 (2); HR 2755 (2); HR 3216 (1); HR 3217 (1); HR 3221 (1); HR 3664 (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://us-constitutionalist.blogspot.com/2008/11/bailout-surge.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-24:/commentary/3442460 2008-11-24T00:00:00Z 94501 Real Estate -- Alameda, CA During the whole housing meltdown Congress included, in H.R. 3221: Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, a tax credit for new home buyers. The credit is available for a limited time only, and applies to home purchases after April 8 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://94501realestate.blogspot.com/2008/11/more-on-taxes-credits.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-24:/commentary/3442381 2008-11-24T00:00:00Z RANWC Government Affairs President Signs Housing Bill · HR 3221 · Springfield Update · Springfield Update · â–º June (1). Springfield Update · â–º May (3). Congresswoman Battles Foreclosure · Springfield Update · Springfield U<br /><br /><a href="http://ranwcgovernmentaffairs.blogspot.com/2008/11/springfield-update_24.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-24:/commentary/3442443 2008-11-24T00:00:00Z Illinois 1st Time Home Buyer ... grayslake summer days (1); grayslake summer days 2008 (1); grayslake trick or treating (1); grayslake trick or treating hours (1); grayslake youth center (1); green homes (1); grinders cafe and eatery (1); H.R. 3221 (2) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://jimstarwalt.blogspot.com/2008/11/comparing-schools.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-22:/commentary/3389962 2008-11-22T00:00:00Z Finances Articles At Isnare.com Section 1403 of the new housing bill that was signed into law on July 30, 2008 (HR 3221) requires mortgage servicers to modify loans for homeowners and help them avoid foreclosure as long as three requirements are met: 1) default on the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.isnare.com/?aid=320513&amp;ca=Finances">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-22:/commentary/3399461 2008-11-22T00:00:00Z Illinois 1st Time Home Buyer ... home warranty of america (3), home with elevator (1), house (18), hr 3221 (2), hwa (1), illinois (27), illinois homes for sale (2), illinois real estate (7), illinois realtor (1), illinois state board of education (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/803069/11222008-Round-Lake-Beach-Market-Report-Single-Family-Homes-Past-6-Months">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-22:/commentary/3399460 2008-11-22T00:00:00Z Columbia South Carolina Real Estate Home... 2. Have you heard about Housing Stimulus Bill (H.R. 3221)? As a first-time home buyer, this Congressional act could give you a $7500 tax credit for any home, town home, or condominium purchase between April 9, 2008 and June 30, 2009. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://columbiasouthcarolinahomes.blogspot.com/2008/11/attention-first-time-home-buyers-buying.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-22:/commentary/3395257 2008-11-22T00:00:00Z US Constitutionalist ... homeland security (1); homosexual agenda (19); housing bailout (14); Housing Bill (1); housing bubble (14); HR 1370 (1); HR 1955 (3); HR 2415 (2); HR 2640 (2); HR 2755 (2); HR 3216 (1); HR 3217 (1); HR 3221 (1); HR 3664 (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://us-constitutionalist.blogspot.com/2008/11/where-did-reagan-votes-go-in-2008.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-22:/commentary/3392524 2008-11-22T00:00:00Z Latest Articles from BharatBhasha.com Section 1403 of the new housing bill that was signed into law on July 30, 2008 (HR 3221) requires mortgage servicers to modify loans for homeowners and help them avoid foreclosure as long as three requirements are met: 1) default on the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bharatbhasha.com/finance-and-business.php/106386">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-21:/commentary/3377059 2008-11-21T00:00:00Z Ez1 Realty Blog ... how to advertise homes on the internet (1), how to get sold prices on your web site (1), hr 3221 housing assistance tax act of 2008 short summary (1), if it works throw me a bone (1), important factors when selling a home (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/800963/Letter-to-our-Representatives-about-this-Bailout">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-21:/commentary/3383083 2008-11-21T00:00:00Z Joe Santini's Blog ... homeowners insurance (1), homes (2), home sales (1), homestead (1), homestead exemption (1), hotels (2), housing (2), hr 3221 (1), information (1), inspections (1), inspectors (1), interest rates (1), international buyers (2) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/800932/Boca-Raton-Sun-Surf">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-20:/commentary/3374724 2008-11-20T00:00:00Z The Conservative Reader Simple Survey Q&A · Detailed Discussion on Topics · What Is America Doing Right? Other Resources · Where To Vote · HR 3221 Text · Floods of 2008 · Blogrolls · Swamp Stompers Recent Posts. Thursday, Novem<br /><br /><a href="http://conservativereader.net/wordpress/2008/11/20/something-to-be-considering-for-your-gift-giving/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-19:/commentary/3372878 2008-11-19T00:00:00Z Conservatives for Corker H.R.3221..Corker holds tough, Alexander well...? Corker: Public backs new oil drilling · H.R.6515 "Drill Responsibly" aka "The Never Drill ... With a Commitment to Fix the MED Issue, Alexander . ...<br /><br /><a href="http://conservativesforcorker.blogspot.com/2008/11/blundering-sarbanes-oxley.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-19:/commentary/3365043 2008-11-19T00:00:00Z California Teachers and Employees ... payment assistance down payment assistance programs ectp Extra Credit Teacher Program FHA FHA foreclosure FHA reform first time home buyer float downs H.R. 3221 H.R. 6694 HART Home Buyer Workshop home loans home purhase introduction ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.californiateachersandemployeeshomeloanprograms.com/2008/11/19/southern-california-home-sale-increase-67-in-october/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-19:/commentary/3365044 2008-11-19T00:00:00Z Florida Mortgage Blogger ... gasoline prices (1), gas prices (2), gmail (1), good faith estimate (1), google chrome (1), google page rank (1), halloween (1), home equity (1), home loans (1), home sales (3), home staging (2), housing market (2), hr 3221 (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/798224/Educate-Me-Why-Are-Gas-Prices-Now-Down-to-196Gallon-Not-that-Im-complaining">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-18:/commentary/3315191 2008-11-18T00:00:00Z Full text finance | real-estate | buying... The Bill that Congress passed and was signed by President Bush on July 30, 2008, HR 3221, among other things now allows this program to include purchase transactions for the first time (but could not be implemented until HUD announced ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.content4reprint.com/finance/real-estate/buying/purchase-reverse-mortgages-to-boost-real-estate.htm">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-18:/commentary/3365045 2008-11-18T00:00:00Z Untitled ... Housing Reform · HR 3221 · HR 3915 · HR 5140 · HR 5830 · HR 6254 · Lending Ethics · loan modifications · MBA Convention · Mortgage Fraud · Mortgage Industry Legislation · mort<br /><br /><a href="http://titanlenderscorp.com/blog/2008/11/18/commentary-mandatory-mortgage-modifications-and-the-us-consitution/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-18:/commentary/3370309 2008-11-18T00:00:00Z The Liberal Doomsayer He voted against a Democratic bill (HR 3221) enabling holders of shaky subprime mortgages to rework payment terms in bankruptcy court (failed to reach 60 votes, blah blah blah; God, I hope Chambliss, Coleman and “Tubesâ€* Stevens all lose ...<br /><br /><a href="http://liberaldoomsayer.blogspot.com/2008/11/snarlin-arlen-gets-ready-for-another.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-18:/commentary/3317407 2008-11-18T00:00:00Z NHC Open House Blog Finalized versions of these proposals must be submitted in final form to the Department on Housing and Urban Development (HUD) by December 1st. The Neighborhood Stabilization Program was created under HR 3221, the "Housing and Economic ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.nhcopenhouse.org/2008/11/states-publicize-nsp-action-plan.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-18:/commentary/3323672 2008-11-18T00:00:00Z Veronica's Blog ... home office (1), houses on the market (1), hr 3221 (2), hunterdon 4h and agricultural fair (3), hunterdon county (14), hunterdon county democrat (1), hunterdon county real estate (6), interest free (1), invest in real estate (1) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/796382/Cost-of-Sewer-Systems">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-16:/commentary/3323652 2008-11-16T00:00:00Z Arizona Mortgage Blog The Senate’s version if HR 3221 sets permanent FHA loan limits to be capped nationally at $500000. That may not seem like a big deal to us here in the valley but to folks in high cost areas where FHA now goes up over $700k it will be a ...<br /><br /><a href="http://arizonamortgageblog.com/2008/04/11/housing-bill-takes-another-step---foreclosure-tax-credit-news.aspx?ref=rss">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-16:/commentary/3374311 2008-11-16T00:00:00Z Katy's Exposure - Katy, Texas Exposing Environmental Threats to Protect the People You Love. About · Notorious Landlords · Riverstone Residential Litigation · Photos of Mold in Apartment · Mold - Politics and Litigation · Health - Medical - Science Re<br /><br /><a href="http://katysexposure.wordpress.com/2008/11/17/fhas-hope-for-homeowners-program-appears-hopeless/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-16:/commentary/3307988 2008-11-16T00:00:00Z Pacita&#39;s Quick Bytes of Real Estate When it comes to help from new federal legislation for distressed home owners, the $300 billion "Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008" (HR 3221), signed earlier this year, can provide more immediate relief. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/793538/Realty-Times-November-2008">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-15:/commentary/3489060 2008-11-15T00:00:00Z Richardsontxrealtor's Blog This legislation wouldamend H.R. 3221 to provide exceptions to the prohibition on sellercontributions. In addition, downpayment assistance organizations wouldbe required to offer financial counseling services to borrowers H.R.6694 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://richardsontxrealtor.wordpress.com/2008/11/11/is-down-payment-assistance-really-coming-back/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-14:/commentary/3291117 2008-11-14T00:00:00Z ProPublica: Government &amp; Politics by Sharona Coutts. In its first two weeks of existence, the Federal Housing Authority’s HOPE for Homeowners program, meant to help as many as 400000 homeowners avoid foreclosure, has fielded a grand total of 42 applications. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://feeds.propublica.org/~r/propublica/government-politics/~3/453039786/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-13:/commentary/3286863 2008-11-13T00:00:00Z Gina McKinley&#39;s Real Estate Blog The tax credit was passed in July of this year as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221). It's worth up to $7500 and can be taken in a single tax year. Authorization for the credit ends July 1, 2009, so don't wait to ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/789185/6-Key-Facts-About-the-First-Time-Buyer-Tax-Credit">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-13:/commentary/3283511 2008-11-13T00:00:00Z Greater Hartford, CT On July 26, the Senate passed the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (HR 3221) by a vote of 72-13. President Bush signed this bill into law on July 30. The legislation includes a number of provisions designed to help struggling ...<br /><br /><a href="http://greaterhartford.connecticutblogpage.com/2008/11/13/letter-from-joseph-lieberman/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-12:/commentary/3265494 2008-11-12T00:00:00Z Implode-Explode Heavy Industries news feed HR 3221, the Housing and the Economic Recovery Act of 2008, was signed by Bush on July 30. Among its provisions are a permanent increase to FHA-insured loan amounts -- which the US Department of Housing and Urban Development said today ...<br /><br /><a href="http://implode-explode.com/viewnews/2008-11-12_2009FHALimitSet625500limitinhighcostareas.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-12:/commentary/3282804 2008-11-12T00:00:00Z DR Horton, Tampa Bay The tax credit was passed in July of this year as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221). It’s worth up to $7500 and can be taken in a single tax year. Authorization for the credit ends July 1, 2009, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://drhortontampa.wordpress.com/2008/11/12/6-key-facts-about-the-first-time-buyer-tax-credit-realtor%C2%AE-magazine/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-11:/commentary/3261817 2008-11-11T00:00:00Z FHA Home Loan Financing HR 3221, the Housing and the Economic Recovery Act of 2008, was signed by Bush on July 30. Among its provisions was a permanent increase to FHA mortgage loan amounts — which the US Department of Housing and Urban Development said today ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.fhahomeloanrefinancing.com/blog/index.php/2008/11/11/fha-home-loan-limits-released-for-2009/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-11:/commentary/3262220 2008-11-11T00:00:00Z Roger &#39;s Blog HR 3221. Housing Assistance Tax Act of 2008. July 23, 2008. I. ASSISTANCE FOR HOME BUYERS AND HOME OWNERS. Refundable first-time home buyer credit. The bill would provide a refundable tax credit that. is equivalent to an interest-free ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/785372/HR3221-Housing-Assistance-Tax-Act-of-2008">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-11:/commentary/3305798 2008-11-11T00:00:00Z Rob Fox Realty The federal government created earlier this year a $7500 home ownership tax credit as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221), but very few prospective buyers seem to know about it. Combine this tax credit with today’s ...<br /><br /><a href="http://robfoxrealty.com/site/?p=172">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-11:/commentary/3261218 2008-11-11T00:00:00Z Cary Real Estate Blog-Mchenry County, Lake... When it comes to help from new federal legislation for distressed home owners, the $300 billion "Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008" (HR 3221), signed earlier this year, can provide more immediate relief. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/784500/My-November-Real-Estate-Newsletter">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-10:/commentary/3256232 2008-11-10T00:00:00Z we saw that... 362 don cazayoux and rodney alexander cosponsor 'iran war resolution'; HR 3221: don cazayoux, charles boustany, wm, jefferson, jim mccrery & charlie melancon vote for credit card transactions to be reported to the irs; H. RES. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://wesawthat.blogspot.com/2008/11/daily-kingfish-posts-exclusive-photos.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-10:/commentary/3257989 2008-11-10T00:00:00Z Bonita Springs Real Estate | Bonita Springs... As you know, AmeriDream and other Down Payment Assistance (DPA) programs were eliminated October 1, 2008 due to the passage of HR 3221. You are probably asking yourself how Congress could eliminate these programs that are so critical to ...<br /><br /><a href="http://lifeinbonitasprings.com/ameridream-and-down-payment-assistance-for-first-time-home-buyers/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-10:/commentary/3253905 2008-11-10T00:00:00Z CBKansas - Topeka&#39;s Source for Real... The $7500 home ownership tax credit that the federal government created earlier this year as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221) is another tool at your disposal to encourage potential buyers to jump off the fence ...<br /><br /><a href="http://griffithandblair.blogspot.com/2008/11/6-key-facts-about-first-time-buyer-tax.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-10:/commentary/3257990 2008-11-10T00:00:00Z $700 Billion Bailout Plan First Time Home Buyers Circle Your Wagons As you know, AmeriDream and other Down Payment Assistance (DPA) programs were eliminated October 1, 2008 due to the passage of HR 3221. You are probably asking yourself how Congress could ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.700billionbailoutplan.org/ameridream-and-down-payment-assistance-for-first-time-home-buyers/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-10:/commentary/3254754 2008-11-10T00:00:00Z Florida Mortgage Blogger As you know, AmeriDream and other Down Payment Assistance (DPA) programs were eliminated October 1, 2008 due to the passage of HR 3221. You are probably asking yourself how Congress could eliminate these programs that are so critical to ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/782619/Theres-Still-a-Chance-to-Reinstate-DPA">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-10:/commentary/3254755 2008-11-10T00:00:00Z myrealtorjake.com Some of you have been asking recently about the home ownership tax credit that was part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221) passed earlier this year. You should always talk to your accountant or tax specialist for the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://myrealtorjake.com/what-is-the-7500-tax-credit/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-09:/commentary/3251075 2008-11-09T00:00:00Z Angella&#39;s Blog HR. 3221, signed into law last summer has a provision for using reverse mortgages for home purchase that is projected to take effect January 09'. HUD just issued a mortgagee letter describing the guidelines on how to purchase a home ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/781688/Reverse-Mortgage-for-purchase-a-new-tool-for-retirement">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-09:/commentary/3251350 2008-11-09T00:00:00Z The Richard Ives Blog On July 30th, President Bush signed a major housing bill (HR 3221) into law. As part of the housing bill, Congress has created a new, temporary tax credit to provide an incentive for first-time homebuyers. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/781865/HR-3221">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-09:/commentary/3906296 2008-11-09T00:00:00Z Earl's Blog SEC. 2113. CASH INVESTMENT REQUIREMENT AND PROHIBITION OF SELLER-FUNDED DOWN PAYMENT ASSISTANCE. (9) CASH INVESTMENT REQUIREMENT (A) IN GENERAL- A mortgage insured under this section shall be executed by a mortgagor who shall have paid, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/623921/HR-3221-Section-2113-Amendment-Prohibiting-Seller-Paid-Down-Payment-Assistance">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-08:/commentary/3258451 2008-11-08T00:00:00Z NewRetirement Retirement News Digest The new law, HR 3221: Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, raises the maximum amount of a reverse mortgage to $419000, up from the old limit of $200160 in rural areas and $362790 in metropolitan centers. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://community.newretirement.com/blogs/newretirement_news/archive/2008/11/08/11036.aspx">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-08:/commentary/3323665 2008-11-08T00:00:00Z HAUSONHOMESBLOG.COM The passage of this bill (H.R. 3221) and its foreclosure prevention provisions may not help all faced with losing their home, it is a step in the right direction down the road to resoution of the challenging housing and credit market ...<br /><br /><a href="http://hausonhomesblog.com/2008/07/30/the-housing-stimulus-bill--hr-3221--how-it-might-affect-you.aspx?ref=rss">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-08:/commentary/3437394 2008-11-08T00:00:00Z HAUSONHOMESBLOG.COM Regarding HR 3221 - As you may know this act signed by President Bush goes into effect on October 1, 2008. This is a little more than a month away and I wanted to share some highlights and major provisions: ...<br /><br /><a href="http://hausonhomesblog.com/2008/08/21/be-sure-to-read-the-fine-print-housing-bill.aspx?ref=rss">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-08:/commentary/3248124 2008-11-08T00:00:00Z Conservative Republican Discussion Forums HR 3221 - Summary: Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (GovTrack.us) HR 3221: Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 -Increases the national debt limit from $9.82 trillion to $10.62 trillion (Sec. 3083). ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.republicanoperative.com/forums/late-breaking-news/14853-700-billion-huh.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-07:/commentary/3240735 2008-11-07T00:00:00Z The Mortgage Porter With the passage of HR 3221, we knew that the calculation used to determine what the "economic stimulus loan limits" (aka "temporary jumbo limits") would be reduced from 125% to 115% of the median home price. What we didn't know, ..<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mortgageporter.com/reportingfromseattle/2008/11/its-official-co.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-06:/commentary/3243747 2008-11-06T00:00:00Z Exploring the solutions to your Surety... HR 3221, the comprehensive housing legislation that was enacted this session contains a requirement for a study of the regulation of mortgage originators. It requires the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to conduct a ...<br /><br /><a href="http://suretysolutions.typepad.com/exploring_the_solutions_t/2008/11/recent-actions-impacting-commercial-surety.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-06:/commentary/3243750 2008-11-06T00:00:00Z Cartersville, Acworth and Adairsville Real... When it comes to help from new federal legislation for distressed home owners, the $300 billion “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008″ (HR 3221), signed earlier this year, can provide more immediate relief. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.mullinaxteam.com/2008/11/06/smaller-homeowner-relief-already-in-place/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-06:/commentary/3243746 2008-11-06T00:00:00Z HR 3221 Thi is a Second Post for NINg to see if it links. Cool if it does. Thanks.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.hr3221.com/?p=73">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-05:/commentary/3243748 2008-11-05T00:00:00Z Metro Valley Real Estate The tax credit was passed in July of this year as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221). It’s worth up to $7500 and can be taken in a single tax year. Authorization for the credit ends July 1, 2009, so if you wait to ...<br /><br /><a href="http://azhomepro.blogspot.com/2008/11/6-key-facts-about-first-time-buyer-tax.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-05:/commentary/3305796 2008-11-05T00:00:00Z WannaNetwork Blogs The Bill that Congress passed and was signed by President Bush on July 30, 2008, HR 3221, among other things now allows this program to include purchase transactions for the first time (but could not be implemented until HUD announced ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.wannanetwork.com/blog/view/?ID=8739">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-05:/commentary/3374729 2008-11-05T00:00:00Z Kodiak Pyramid (Senate Vote #170, HR 3221, 7/10/08) "By a vote of 84-12 Thursday, the Senate cleared away the last procedural hurdle hindering the measure in that chamber, but lingering objections by a GOP critic pushed off passage until Friday. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://kodiakpyramid.blogspot.com/2008/10/deregulation.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-04:/commentary/3214312 2008-11-04T00:00:00Z Cliff &#39;s Blog The Bill that Congress passed and was signed by President Bush on July 30, 2008, HR 3221, among other things now allows this program to include purchase transactions for the first time (but could not be implemented until HUD announced ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/773585/Reverse-Mortgages-for-Home-Purchase-Using-Appraised-Value">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-04:/commentary/3214311 2008-11-04T00:00:00Z NHC Open House Blog The state of California is set to receive $145 million under the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Neighborhood Stabilization program, a provision of HR 3221. HR 3221, the "Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008," ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.nhcopenhouse.org/2008/11/california-congresswoman-fights-for.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-04:/commentary/3213038 2008-11-04T00:00:00Z Ryan&#39;s Blog The $7500 home ownership tax credit that the federal government created earlier this year as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221) is another tool at your disposal to encourage potential buyers to jump off the fence ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/773239/6-key-facts-about-the-First-Time-Buyer-Tax-Credit">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-04:/commentary/3220570 2008-11-04T00:00:00Z Planetizen Radar The state of California is set to receive $145 million under the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Neighborhood Stabilization program, a provision of HR 3221. HR. read more.<br /><br /><a href="http://radar.planetizen.com/node/1733">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-04:/commentary/3243752 2008-11-04T00:00:00Z Victoria&#39;s Blog Key Facts About the First-Time Buyer Tax Credit The $7500 home ownership tax credit that the federal government created earlier this year as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221) is opportunity to encourage buyers to ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/774019/Get-Off-The-Fence">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-03:/commentary/3206551 2008-11-03T00:00:00Z The Richard Ives Blog On July 30th, President Bush signed a major housing bill (HR 3221) into law. As part of the housing bill, Congress has created a new, temporary tax credit to provide an incentive for first-time homebuyers. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/772928/Tax-Credit">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-02:/commentary/3202315 2008-11-02T00:00:00Z Offshore Services ... 2008 and July 1, 2009 are eligible for up to $7500 in tax credit, provided they haven ‘t owned a home in the last three years and fit certain .. Original post: The Realtor of Long Beach: Top 3 Benefits of HR 3221.<br /><br /><a href="http://43mc.com/2008/11/03/the-realtor-of-long-beach-top-3-benefits-of-hr-3221/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-02:/commentary/3437393 2008-11-02T00:00:00Z destin fl real estate Info Subject: H.R. 3221 To: Rep. Gene Taylor July 28, 2008 You people are just amazing. Do you have a clue? How do I and my family get a piece of the pie? I pay my mortgage even though it’s almost doubled because of insurance; ...<br /><br /><a href="http://destinflrealestates.blogspot.com/2008/10/fwd-forgotten-man-letters-to-leaders-hr.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-01:/commentary/3203303 2008-11-01T00:00:00Z Joseph&#39;s Blog When it comes to help from new federal legislation for distressed home owners, the $300 billion "Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008" (HR 3221), signed earlier this year, can provide more immediate relief. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/769617/Nov-Newletter">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-11-01:/commentary/3193197 2008-11-01T00:00:00Z Long Realty Richard Lecinski Blog Here are the basic facts about the $7500 home ownership tax credit that the federal government created earlier this year as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221). When you combine the tax credit with today’s low ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.merchantcircle.com/blogs/Long.Realty.Richard.Lecinski.520-834-4663/2008/11/Home-Buyers-get-7500.00-Tax-Credit/133373">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-31:/commentary/3243749 2008-10-31T00:00:00Z Ron Paul Wins! | Campaign for Liberty at... Here are the ones i know of. Patriot Act FISA Bailout bills(HR 3221 Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008/?) Know of any others? Many people keep voting these same people in and don't check there voting record.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.dailypaul.com/node/71182">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-31:/commentary/3190111 2008-10-31T00:00:00Z HR 3221 ShareThis. Posted using ShareThis.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.hr3221.com/?p=68">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-31:/commentary/3187688 2008-10-31T00:00:00Z Political Gastronomica Vern Buchanan has voted against renewable energy legislation (HR 3221, 8/07) and new gas mileage standards for cars and light trucks (HR 6, 12/06) all while taking thousands in campaign contributions from oil and energy companies. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.politicalgastronomica.com/archives/2008/10/christine-jennings-vern-buchanan-for-florida-district-13.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-31:/commentary/3188085 2008-10-31T00:00:00Z I Team World The $7500 home ownership tax credit that the federal government created earlier this year as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221) is another tool at your disposal to encourage potential buyers to jump off the fence ...<br /><br /><a href="http://terryi.com/reblog/archives/360">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-31:/commentary/3187687 2008-10-31T00:00:00Z Njcrouse&#39;s Weblog The $7500 home ownership tax credit that the federal government created earlier this year as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221) is another tool at your disposal to encourage potential buyers to jump off the fence ...<br /><br /><a href="http://njcrouse.wordpress.com/2008/10/31/6-key-facts-about-the-first-time-buyer-tax-credit/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-31:/commentary/3185989 2008-10-31T00:00:00Z kylesisk.typepad.com Taking that into consideration, why do Democrats (and bullied Republicans) constantly propose policy to subsidize survival of the unfit (HR 3221 http://www.govtrack.us/congress/bill.xpd?bill=h110-3221) Shouldn't the sensible people be ...<br /><br /><a href="http://kylesisk.typepad.com/sisker/2008/10/foreclosures-ar.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-31:/commentary/3183700 2008-10-31T00:00:00Z 702 Home Loans The American Housing Rescue & Foreclosure Prevention Act, HR 3221, will help families facing foreclosure keep their homes, help other families avoid foreclosures in the future, and help the recovery of communities harmed by empty homes ...<br /><br /><a href="http://702homeloans.net/home-loan/speaker-pelosi-final-housing-bill">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-31:/commentary/3305811 2008-10-31T00:00:00Z Political Gastronomica Vern Buchanan has voted against renewable energy legislation (HR 3221, 8/07) and new gas mileage standards for cars and light trucks (HR 6, 12/06) all while taking thousands in campaign contributions from oil and energy companies. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.politicalgastronomica.com/2008/10/christine-jennings-vern-buchanan-for-florida-district-13.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-30:/commentary/3305795 2008-10-30T00:00:00Z Michigan Mortgage Blog As many of you have heard in the news- President Bush sign the bill HR3221 into law on July 30, 2008. This bill encompasses many separate Acts and Provisions including: The FHA Modernization Act, The Mortgage Disclosure Improvement Act, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://michiganmortgage.wordpress.com/2008/10/30/fha-modernization/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-30:/commentary/3225058 2008-10-30T00:00:00Z Real Estate Today The tax credit was passed in July of this year as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221). It’s worth up to $7500 and can be taken in a single tax year. Authorization for the credit ends July 1, 2009, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://ronlwilson.blogspot.com/2008/10/6-key-facts-about-first-time-buyer-tax.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-30:/commentary/3179142 2008-10-30T00:00:00Z The Greater Savannah Georgia Area Real Estate Blog On July 30th 2008, President Bush a major housing bill (HR 3221) into law. As part of the housing bill, Congress has created a new, temporary tax credit to provide an incentive for first-time home buyers. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://savannahgeorgiahomes.wordpress.com/2008/10/30/temporary-tax-credit-for-first-time-home-buyers/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-30:/commentary/3179139 2008-10-30T00:00:00Z Reno Real Estate Logic The $7500 home ownership tax credit that the federal government created earlier this year as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221) is another tool at your disposal to encourage potential buyers to jump off the fence ...<br /><br /><a href="http://renorealestatelogic.com/?p=597">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-30:/commentary/3171299 2008-10-30T00:00:00Z Tucson Real Estate Blog: Michael Oliver... The $7500 home ownership tax credit that the federal government created earlier this year as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221) is another tool at your disposal to encourage potential buyers to jump off the fence ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.sellingtucsonrealestate.com/blog/6-facts-about-the-federal-government%E2%80%99s-first-time-buyer-real-estate-tax-credit-revealed/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-30:/commentary/3165246 2008-10-30T00:00:00Z NHC Open House Blog The foreclosure legislation signed into law this summer (HR 3221) is best known for its provisions aimed at stabilizing the home ownership market – and for the landmark creation of an Affordable Housing Trust Fund. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.nhcopenhouse.org/2008/10/guest-blogger-barbara-sard-tucked-away.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-29:/commentary/3190115 2008-10-29T00:00:00Z Plymouth Minnesota Real Estate and Community News The $7500 home ownership tax credit that the federal government created earlier this year as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221) is one of many reasons you should be come a homeowner in today’s real estate market. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.hennepinproperties.com/information-for-homeowners-in-plymouth-mn/first-time-buyer-tax-credit-for-homes-in-plymouth/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-29:/commentary/3182324 2008-10-29T00:00:00Z Real Estate News &amp; Information The $7500 home ownership tax credit that the federal government created earlier this year as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221) may encourage potential buyers to jump off the fence and get into the real estate ...<br /><br /><a href="http://virginiarealtor.wordpress.com/2008/10/29/6-key-facts-about-the-first-time-buyer-tax-credit/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-29:/commentary/3140022 2008-10-29T00:00:00Z Richardson TX Realtor Nick&#39;s Blog On July 30, 2008, President Bush signed into law HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. This comprehensive legislation includes a provision, effective October 1, 2008, that increases the borrower's required contribution ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/765713/Email-I-received-regarding-Down-Payment-Assistance-from-Senator-Kay-Bailey-Hutchison">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-27:/commentary/3190123 2008-10-27T00:00:00Z Richmond Virginia Area Real Estate Blog The First-time Home Buyer Tax Credit was passed this year as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221) on July 30 and targets any individual or household that hasn’t owned a home for at least three years. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://e-richmondhomes.blogspot.com/2008/10/first-time-buyer-tax-credit-reason-to.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-27:/commentary/3103181 2008-10-27T00:00:00Z Roger &#39;s Blog The bill, commonly referred to as HR 3221, permanently increases the conforming and FHA loans limits up to $625000 in high-cost areas. It also creates a national registry for all loan originators and sets minimum standards for state ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/762101/Mortgage-Brokers-have-a-new-national-registry-set-HR3221">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-25:/commentary/3088947 2008-10-25T00:00:00Z Brad Garbutt He said he will be part of a task force that will provide input for restructuring GSE’s (Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac), rule changes for FHA, VA, Cal Vet and conventional loan underwriting and implementing other elements of HR 3221. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://movetoredding.com/2008/10/25/nar-president-will-fight-for-industry-and-homebuyers/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-25:/commentary/3087349 2008-10-25T00:00:00Z Hedge Fund Law Blog The New York Times reported yesterday that two hedge funds are fighting proposals to ease the terms of home mortgages put forth by the government in HR 3221, a bill passed over the summer that gives flexibilities to some mortgage ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.hedgefundlawblog.com/more-on-congress-talking-to-hedge-funds.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-25:/commentary/3088952 2008-10-25T00:00:00Z Coastal Real Estate and Lifestyles “The First-time Home Buyer Tax Credit was passed this year as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221) on July 30 and targets any individual or household that hasn’t owned a home for at least three years. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://mariansbennett.com/blog/2008/10/25/tax-credit-window-of-opportunity-for-some-buyers/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-24:/commentary/3079421 2008-10-24T00:00:00Z Liput Group Mortgage and Financial News Blog The bill, commonly referred to as HR 3221, permanently increases the conforming and FHA loans limits up to $625000 in high-cost areas. It creates a national registry for all loan originators and sets minimum standards for state ...<br /><br /><a href="http://ciercus.blogs.com/mortgage_fraud_blog/2008/10/hidden-in-new-housing-bill-national-licensing-system-for-loan-originators.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-24:/commentary/3103180 2008-10-24T00:00:00Z Mortgage MD HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* passed the House on July 23, 2008, by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26, 2008, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President signed the bill on July 30, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.rayavanzinoblog.com/my_weblog/2008/10/summary-of-key-provisions-of-hr-3221---the-housing-stimulus-bill-as-of-8222008.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-24:/commentary/3079891 2008-10-24T00:00:00Z OhMyGov! - Government News, Knowledge &amp;... The New York Times reported yesterday that two hedge funds are fighting proposals to ease the terms of home mortgages put forth by the government in HR 3221, a bill passed over the summer that gives flexibilities to some mortgage ...<br /><br /><a href="http://ohmygov.com/blogs/general_news/archive/2008/10/24/breaking-news-congress-talking-tough-to-hedge-fund-managers-refusing-to-lower-mortgage-rates.aspx">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-24:/commentary/3079420 2008-10-24T00:00:00Z Utah&#39;s Real Estate Network Down Payment Assistance, commonly known as DPA was recently outlawed by the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HERA) or HR 3221, passed by both the Congress and the Senate and signed by President Bush on July 30, 2008. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://theredsign.wordpress.com/2008/10/24/hr-6694-reinstate-down-payment-assistance/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-24:/commentary/3079890 2008-10-24T00:00:00Z SCV Mortgage Blog (Sharing News, Ideas,... The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 is a $300 Billion rescue plan aimed at helping struggling homeowners avoid foreclosure. Although the bill is several hundred pages long and contains a number of far-reaching provisions, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://scvmortgageblog.com/2008/10/24/top-3-benefits-of-hr-3221/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-23:/commentary/3104820 2008-10-23T00:00:00Z Bear Tracks Motion to Concur in the House Amendment to Senate Amendment to the House Amendments to the Senate Amendment to HR 3221. Motion Agreed to 72-13, 15 not voting. Senate Roll #185. Jul 25, 2008 9:44 AM ...<br /><br /><a href="http://beartracks.wordpress.com/2008/10/23/sen-barack-obama-d-ils-voting-record/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-23:/commentary/3190129 2008-10-23T00:00:00Z Capital Games I also supported HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act, which passed this past July. The legislation provided mortgage financing assistance to keep at least 400000 families from losing their homes." ...<br /><br /><a href="http://njmg.typepad.com/herbjackson/2008/10/house-qa-forecl.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-22:/commentary/3074159 2008-10-22T00:00:00Z Oklahoma Attorney General&#39;s Opinions Who has authority and what actions are necessary to enable state and local agencies to issue additional housing bonds approved pursuant to the federal Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, HR 3221 ("Housing Bill") which, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.oscn.net/applications/oscn/DeliverDocument.asp?CiteID=454108">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-21:/commentary/3061521 2008-10-21T00:00:00Z Frank Paul Gambino HR 3221. – Building American Homeownership Act of 2008. – Federal Housing Finance Regulatory Reform Act of 2008. – FHA Manufactured Housing Loan Modernization Act of 2008. – FHA Modernization Act of 2008. – Foreclosure Prevention A<br /><br /><a href="http://frankpaulgambino.wordpress.com/2008/10/21/the-presidential-factors/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-21:/commentary/3323660 2008-10-21T00:00:00Z Wichita Falls Real Estate Blog Many people have been asking me about what all House Bill HR 3221 does for the Real Estate sector...see below for a detailed overview. If you would like more explanation, please call me at 940.691.7355 or email at ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/617996/HR-3221-Passes-1st-Time-Home-Buyers-Get-7500-Credit">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-20:/commentary/3058284 2008-10-20T00:00:00Z The Richard Ives Blog On July 30th, President Bush signed a major housing bill (HR 3221) into law. As part of the housing bill, Congress has created a new, temporary tax credit to provide an incentive for first-time homebuyers. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/749739/Home-Buyer-Tax-Credit">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-20:/commentary/3059586 2008-10-20T00:00:00Z Foreclosure Tips, Facts and Fumbles Section 1403 of the new housing bill that was signed into law on July 30, 2008 (HR 3221) requires mortgage servicers to modify loans for homeowners and help them avoid foreclosure as long as three requirements are met: ...<br /><br /><a href="http://foreclosuretipsfactsfumbles.blogspot.com/2008/10/consumer-bailout-that-nobody-knows.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-20:/commentary/3062005 2008-10-20T00:00:00Z Wise Bread How a $700 billion bailout became a $800 billion "rescue plan"; The Questionable Aspects of The Housing Bailout Bill - HR 3221; The Bailbondsman Approach Part Deux: Fiscal Stimulus No Gonna Workie; Your stimulus check is on its way! ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.wisebread.com/when-will-the-bailouts-stop-a-summation-of-2008-stimulus-packages-and-bailouts-in-the-united-states">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-20:/commentary/3057316 2008-10-20T00:00:00Z FHA, VA, TVLB and USDA Mortgages and Industry... This will be a 90 minute class with quick overviews of what type of financing can be done now, how to market the changes to your clients, as well as a quick overview of short sales and foreclosures and the new housing bill HR 3221. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/748815/10000-First-Time-Home-Buyer-Monies-Now-Available-in-Dallas-Rescuing-the-American-Dream-Training-Halloween-Fun+-Flu-Shots-Market-Report-for-the-Week">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-20:/commentary/3055014 2008-10-20T00:00:00Z Atlas Shrugs HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation shall??? `(A) set aside an amount equal to 4.2 basis points for each dollar of the unpaid principal balance of its total new business ...<br /><br /><a href="http://atlasshrugs2000.typepad.com/atlas_shrugs/2008/10/obamas-acorn-la.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-19:/commentary/3052602 2008-10-19T00:00:00Z Charlene&#39;s Blog Due to the passage of HR 3221, privately funded downpayment assistance (DPA) is eliminated as of October 1, 2008. The FHA Seller-Financed Downpayment Reform and Risk-Based Pricing Authorization Act of 2008 (HR 6694), a bi-partisan bill ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/748234/ACTION-ALERT-Help-Restore-the-Down-Payment-Assistance-Program">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-19:/commentary/3587727 2008-10-19T00:00:00Z Ken's Blog I just read that the President should have signed or is signing this bill into law today. If you don't know, the bill will allow the following for MN deals Conforming loan and VA loan limits will stay the same at $417000 in Minnesota, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/613524/HR-3221-Housing-and-Economic-Recovery-Act-of-2008">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-19:/commentary/3050028 2008-10-19T00:00:00Z Florida Mortgage HR 3221 went into affect October 1 allowing first-time homebuyers who purchase a home between April 2008 and July 2009 to receive a $7500 tax credit. Tax credits are special provisions that reduce income tax liability on a dollar for ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/747457/How-to-Help-First-Time-Home-Buyers-Take-Action">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-18:/commentary/3048455 2008-10-18T00:00:00Z Moving Forward in Reverse Partly it is because we just came through a lending limit limbo while we all anxiously awaited HUD's decision on the new national lending limit that was signed into law with HR 3221, the housing bill. Even when the legislation passed, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/746892/Should-I-Wait-to-do-a-Reverse-Mortgage">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-18:/commentary/3057824 2008-10-18T00:00:00Z Your Northern Virginia Real Estate Information... When it comes to help from new federal legislation for distressed home owners, the $300 billion “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008″ (HR 3221), signed earlier this year, can provide more immediate relief. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://tmerical.featuredblog.com/?p=88">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-18:/commentary/3104821 2008-10-18T00:00:00Z Tom Udall for Senate - [H.AMDT.748 to HR3221: Vote 827, 8/04/07] [HR 6049: Vote 344, 5/21/08.] [HR 5351: Vote 84, 2/27/08] [HR 3221: Vote 832, 8/4/07] [HR 2641: Vote 509, 6/19/07] [HR 6, H.AMDT.92 Engle Amendment, Vote #125, 4/21/05] [HR 6: Vote 40, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://tomudall.com/pearce_forgets_energy_facts">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-18:/commentary/3039326 2008-10-18T00:00:00Z Lake Shore East Realty Blog “HOA Tax Creditâ€* refers to the Home Owner’s Association Tax Credit, or HR 3221: the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (recently passed by Congress). This allows first-time homebuyers to take a $7500 tax credit from the purchase ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.lakeshoreeast.com/realty-blog/?p=239">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-18:/commentary/3104819 2008-10-18T00:00:00Z Rain City Guide First FHA mortgage insurance was going to have risked based pricing, then HR 3221 came along and put a moratorium in effect until September 30, 2009. Until then, for a FHA purchase 30 year fixed mortgage, upfront mortgage insurance has ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.raincityguide.com/2008/10/18/fha-update-the-it-girl-of-mortgage/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-18:/commentary/3041295 2008-10-18T00:00:00Z On the Journey Section 1403 of the new housing bill that was signed into law on July 30, 2008 (HR 3221) requires mortgage servicers to modify loans for homeowners and help them avoid foreclosure as long as three requirements are met: ...<br /><br /><a href="http://journey2happiness-jstone.blogspot.com/2008/10/help-for-foreclosure.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-17:/commentary/3038976 2008-10-17T00:00:00Z JusticeDenied13501 Highest Ranked Blog in the 24th The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR 3221) passed the House on July 23 and Arcuri voted in favor of the plan. "Unscrupulous lenders get saved and then they dole out thousands to Mike Arcuri? ...<br /><br /><a href="http://justicedenied13501.blogspot.com/2008/10/congressional-contender-calls-on-arcuri.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-17:/commentary/3420271 2008-10-17T00:00:00Z Joseph's Blog HR 3221 Senate Passes New FHA rules. The bill would update a number of rules for FHA loans. Among them, it would increase to 3.5% from 3% the down payment requirement for borrowers in FHA loans. And it would eliminate a program that has ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/589247/HR-3221-Senate-Passes-MAJOR-FHA-CHANGES">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-16:/commentary/3031658 2008-10-16T00:00:00Z The Nelson Project Real Estate Blog HR 3221. Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. Amount of Credit. Ten Percent of the cost of home, not to exceed $7500. Examples:. Ø If a home costs $65000, the allowable credit would be $6500. Ø If a home costs $120000, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://smartrealestate.wordpress.com/2008/10/16/7500-first-time-homebuyer-tax-credit/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-16:/commentary/3033449 2008-10-16T00:00:00Z Somerset 08873 HR 3221: Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. The president signed into law a tax credit up to $7500. In order to benefit from the tax credit for first time home buyers, that was signed into law on July 30th, there are certain ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.realtown.com/mjadamssellshomes/blog/home-buyers/help-for-the-first-time-buyer">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-16:/commentary/3033082 2008-10-16T00:00:00Z Real Estate Advice - Personal Finance Advice Section 1338 of HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act,requires both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to contribute 4.2 basis points for each dollar of the unpaid principal balances of their new business purchases to the affordable ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.thinkglink.com/2008/10/rep-barney-franks-office-responds-to.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-16:/commentary/3031662 2008-10-16T00:00:00Z John&#39;s Blog When it comes to help from new federal legislation for distressed home owners, the $300 billion "Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008" (HR 3221), signed earlier this year, can provide more immediate relief. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/743234/Home-Owners-Take-Advantage-of-This">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-16:/commentary/3031657 2008-10-16T00:00:00Z Oregon Housing Blog HR 3221 permits for the first time that mortgage revenue bonds may be used for refinance loans. (Any ARM loan made during 6 year period [2002-2007] is eligible, borrower and home price must continue to be within mortgage revenue bond ...<br /><br /><a href="http://oregonhousing.blogspot.com/2008/10/irs-guidance-on-tax-exempt-bond.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-16:/commentary/3030758 2008-10-16T00:00:00Z Pat Cornish/ New Jersey Estates/ Weichert Realtors When it comes to help from new federal legislation for distressed home owners, the $300 billion "Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008" (HR 3221), signed earlier this year, can provide more immediate relief. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/742900/DAILY-NEWS-ADVICE-FROM-REALTY-TIMES-10162008">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-16:/commentary/3030757 2008-10-16T00:00:00Z Tom Manion For Congress I look forward to helping change the focus in Washington to solving the real problems facing Pennsylvania, like bringing down energy costs for families and businesses and creating new jobs in the Delaware Valley.â€* Sources: HR 3221 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://votemanion.stream-data.com/2008/10/16/manion-calls-on-murphy-to-explain-his-support-for-acorn/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-15:/commentary/3025595 2008-10-15T00:00:00Z Ohio 15th District Tiberi voted NO on the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (2008: HR 3221, Roll No. 301, 302, & 303). 3.> Tiberi voted NO to Production of Renewable Engergies (2008: HR 2776) and the raising of Vehicle Mileage Standard (2001: HR 4, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://ohio15th.blogspot.com/2008/10/more-on-ohio-politics.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-15:/commentary/3027526 2008-10-15T00:00:00Z All American Blogger HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation shall–. `(A) set aside an amount equal to 4.2 basis points for each dollar of the unpaid principal balance of its total new business ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.allamericanblogger.com/4148/sign-a-mortgage-and-acorn-gets-a-cut-its-the-law/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-15:/commentary/3027525 2008-10-15T00:00:00Z Cricketdiane&#39;s Weblog Text of HR 3221: Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 http://www.govtrack.us/congress/billtext.xpd?bill=h110-3221 ***. The US banking sector’s short-term liabilities as of October 11, 2008 are 15% of the GDP of the United States or ...<br /><br /><a href="http://cricketdiane.wordpress.com/2008/10/15/us-economic-crisis-foreclosure-info-and-what-has-the-housing-bailout-package-done-to-help-created-another-agency-that-president-bush-and-us-congress-appoints/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-15:/commentary/3025594 2008-10-15T00:00:00Z AmyBSells Team - Cincinnati Real Estate Blog That’sa good question. With all the news about rescue plans to remedy housing difficulties, it can be hard to make heads or tails of the facts. This is housing bill passed at the end of July... [[ This is a content summary only. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.amybsells.com/blog/2008/10/15/what-is-hr-3221/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-14:/commentary/3022552 2008-10-14T00:00:00Z Patrick McHenry ROCKS! TRUTH: On July 24th, Daniel Johnson issued a press release attacking Patrick McHenry for voting against HR 3221, the legislation which gave the Treasury Secretary a blank check to begin the taxpayer-funded bailouts of Wall Street ...<br /><br /><a href="http://mchenryrocks.blogspot.com/2008/10/fact-check-johnson-has-problem-with.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-12:/commentary/3011083 2008-10-12T00:00:00Z Jay Myers - REALTOR® - Denton County Texas... Mortgage Lending One-on-One - Primarily discussed HR 3221: Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. The types of lenders, loans, and what makes up, and can improve credit scores. How Green is Affecting Affordability - Elaborated on ...<br /><br /><a href="http://jaymyers.net/affordable-housing/texas_ahs/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-11:/commentary/3005597 2008-10-11T00:00:00Z Middleboro Review May 8- House of Representatives passes HR 3221, which contains GSE reform provision, after receiving the Senate amendments to the original bill. . May 20- Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee passes a bill containing GSE ...<br /><br /><a href="http://middlebororeview.blogspot.com/2008/10/rep-barney-frank-explains-bailout.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-11:/commentary/3005306 2008-10-11T00:00:00Z Alice is the Key to Your New Home The First-time Home Buyer Tax Credit was passed this year as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221) on July 30 and targets any individual or household that hasn’t owned a home for at least three years. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://aliceisthekey.blogspot.com/2008/10/first-time-buyer-tax-credit-reason-to.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-11:/commentary/3005582 2008-10-11T00:00:00Z Rain City Guide With the recent passage of HR 3221, the SAFE ACT was passed to help protect our nation from unsavory mortgage originators. Once again there are different rules for originators who work for banks and those who work for state regulated ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.raincityguide.com/2008/10/11/are-washington-consumers-safer-working-with-dfi-regulated-lenders/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-10:/commentary/2999126 2008-10-10T00:00:00Z Full text finance | financial-planning... The recent legislation that passed, HR 3221, raised the national limit to 417000 for the HUD HECM loan and therefore more borrowers than ever before will be able to take advantage of this program HUD has not released the effective date ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.content4reprint.com/finance/financial-planning/2t-lost-in-retirement--seniors-eye-reverse-mortgages.htm">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-10:/commentary/3002116 2008-10-10T00:00:00Z Fremont Real Estate Blog the national association has posted a nice summary of how the $7500 tax credit passed by Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221) on July 30, 2008. At the bottow you'll ind a summary chart and FAQ.<br /><br /><a href="http://fremontrealestate.blogspot.com/2008/10/summary-of-7500-tax-credit-for-1st-time.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-10:/commentary/3002115 2008-10-10T00:00:00Z Denver, CO News RSS Feed - YourStreet Michael Shotnik Mortgage Banker Denver, CO Link: denver1stmortgage.com FHA Down Payment Confusion With new FHA changes (HR 3221) taking affect on October 1st there has been a...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.yourstreet.com/4358096/fha-down-payment-3-or-3-5-neither">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-10:/commentary/3000578 2008-10-10T00:00:00Z Oklahoma Insider News (OK) The Consumer Credit Commission on Wednesday discussed how to bring the state into compliance with a new federal mortgage licensing law. In late July, President George W. Bush signed HR 3221, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.okinsider.com/readstory.oki?type=headline&amp;storyid=0GM113B4J">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-09:/commentary/3038412 2008-10-09T00:00:00Z Simi Valley &amp; Thousand Oaks Real Estate Included in HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, were numerous additions, and amendments to real estate tax rules. Below is a brief summary of the tax provisions that were part of HR 3221. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://number2relo.com/blog/2008/10/tax_provisions_in_hr_3221.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-09:/commentary/2999129 2008-10-09T00:00:00Z Daily Kos But the problem here is that it's not McCain's idea - it was Nancy Pelosi's (who was the primary sponsor for HR 3221 Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, which was passed and signed into law on July 30th, and went into effect on ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2008/10/9/102451/059/542/624931">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-09:/commentary/3103185 2008-10-09T00:00:00Z Orange County &amp; Laguna Woods CA Real... Thus we turn to section 3092 of HR 3221 (The Housing Assistance Tax Act of 2008). There, in just a few short lines, much is taken away from what had once been given. Under current law, if you sell a property that has been your personal ...<br /><br /><a href="http://orange-county-ca-real-estate.blogspot.com/2008/10/housing-assistance-act-will-impact-many.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-07:/commentary/2982616 2008-10-07T00:00:00Z Urban Life Section 3092 of HR 3221 changes all this. Future investors who use the renting and occupying strategy described above will pay capital gains based on a proration of qualifying (owner occupied) and non-qualifying (rental) usage. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.urbanlifeblog.com/2008/10/change-in-law-w.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-06:/commentary/2982617 2008-10-06T15:52:04Z Fort Collins Relocation Real Estate News Good News for First Time Home Buyers October 6th, 2008 Congress recently passed a major housing bill (<strong class="keyword">H.R.3221</strong>) and one of the provisions was to create a new, temporary tax credit to provide<br /><br /><a href="http://www.fortcollinsrelocation.com/news/?p=127">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-06:/commentary/3190135 2008-10-06T00:00:00Z shortsalesellit.com Important Information about Title IV of HR 3221 Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 - HOPE for Homeowners For many homeowners the dream of owning a home has become a nightmare. An option that has received a lot of attention is the FHA ...<br /><br /><a href="http://shortsalesellit.com/2008/10/hope-for-homeowners-foreclosure-prevention-act-of-2008/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-06:/commentary/2966146 2008-10-06T00:00:00Z Hugh Wood HR 3221 TITLE IV--HOPE FOR HOMEOWNERS SEC. 1401. HOPE for Homeowners Act of 2008 SEC. 1402. ESTABLISHMENT OF HOPE FOR HOMEOWNERS PROGRAM. (a) Establishment- Title II of the National Housing Act (12 USC 1707 et seq. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://hughwood.blogspot.com/2008/10/fhfa-will-modify-mortgage-terms-by.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-04:/commentary/3623231 2008-10-04T00:00:00Z Central Ohio Real Estate Blog H.R. 3221 also would: • Modernize the Federal Housing Authority and permanently raise its loan limits; • Give states authority to issue an additional $11 billion in mortgage revenue bonds; • Reform the regulation of the GSEs and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bdiebert.com/2008/08/hr-3221-foreclosure-prevention-act-of.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-04:/commentary/2966153 2008-10-04T00:00:00Z Your Northern Virginia Real Estate Information... HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* passed the House on July 23, 2008,. by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26, 2008, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President signed the bill on July 30, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://tmerical.featuredblog.com/?p=72">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-04:/commentary/2957683 2008-10-04T00:00:00Z Santa Barbara Real Estate Voice Section 1403 of the new housing bill that was signed into law on July 30, 2008 (HR 3221) requires mortgage servicers to modify loans for homeowners and help them avoid foreclosure as long as three requirements are met: ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.santabarbararealestatevoice.com/2008/10/04/the-consumer-bailout-for-home-owners-that-nobody-seems-to-know-about/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-03:/commentary/3190110 2008-10-03T00:00:00Z But As For Me... 7/26/08, Vote 186: On the Motion: Motion to Concur in the House Amendment to Senate Amendment to the House Amendments to the Senate Amendment to HR 3221; Housing Tax Credit Coordination Act of 2008, Not Voting ...<br /><br /><a href="http://butasforme.com/2008/10/03/barack-obamas-full-voting-record/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-03:/commentary/3190114 2008-10-03T00:00:00Z . summary of hr 3221, the american housing rescue and foreclosure prevention act: amendment 1:fha housing stabilization and homeownership retention act (hr 5830) * provides mortgage refinancing assistance to keep families from losing ...<br /><br /><a href="http://euddoggwyn.blogspot.com/2008/10/barney-franks-housing-bill-to-reform.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-03:/commentary/3190120 2008-10-03T00:00:00Z Burnt Orange Report It would also give members of the armed forces returning from service more time before lenders could start foreclosure proceedings and one year of relief from rising interest rates. The motion passed 79-16. [HR 3221, Vote #157, 6/25/08] ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.burntorangereport.com/showDiary.do?diaryId=6976">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-03:/commentary/2942334 2008-10-03T00:00:00Z The Islamic Post Online Congressman Keith Ellison (D-MN), the first Muslim elected to Congress, has also praised The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act, HR 3221, which will allow hard-working American families, in danger of losing their ...<br /><br /><a href="http://islamicpost.wordpress.com/2008/10/03/minnesota-under-congressman-ellison-initiates-financing-without-usury/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-03:/commentary/2952088 2008-10-03T00:00:00Z Wise Bread (Andrea Dickson) The Questionable Aspects of The Housing Bailout Bill - HR 3221; We Are Our Own Worst Enemy; Seller Funded Down Payment Assistance Charities - Scammers or Saints? The Bailbondsman Approach Part Deux: Fiscal Stimulus No Gonna Workie ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.wisebread.com/how-a-700-billion-bailout-became-a-800-billion-rescue-plan">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-02:/commentary/2938414 2008-10-02T00:00:00Z egpnews.com SB 870 helps to quickly administer the Federal Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (HR 3221) by streamlining the process by which the California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA) implements a $1.1 billion program aimed at ...<br /><br /><a href="http://egpnews.com/?p=2133">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-02:/commentary/2936917 2008-10-02T00:00:00Z Mark Levin Fan Housing Bill (HR 3221) - Cost: $42.5 billion in direct spending Fannie and Freddie Takeover - Cost: $200 billion in stock warrants Lehman Brothers - Cost: $87 billion in advances backed by the Federal Reserve; Other Costs: $70 billion ...<br /><br /><a href="http://marklevinfan.com/?p=3429">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-02:/commentary/2936846 2008-10-02T00:00:00Z Theodore&#39;s World Housing Bill (HR 3221) Cost: $42.5 billion in direct spending. “I commend the Senate for moving swiftly to pass important GSE legislation that will provide temporary authorities to give confidence to markets and will create a strong, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.theodoresworld.net/archives/2008/10/bailout_so_it_looks_like_the_c.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-02:/commentary/2940863 2008-10-02T00:00:00Z Harnan Financial Group, Inc. Section 1403 of the new housing bill that was signed into law on July 30, 2008 (HR 3221) requires mortgage servicers to modify loans for homeowners and help them avoid foreclosures as long as three requirements are met: ...<br /><br /><a href="http://harnanloans.blogspot.com/2008/10/consumer-bailout-that-nobody-knows.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-01:/commentary/2936103 2008-10-01T00:00:00Z HAVEKOST Housing Bill (HR 3221) Cost: $42.5 billion in direct spending. “I commend the Senate for moving swiftly to pass important GSE legislation that will provide temporary authorities to give confidence to markets and will create a strong, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.cactusgroup.net/blog/?p=1965">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-01:/commentary/3190118 2008-10-01T00:00:00Z Real Estate Marbella Subject: HR 3221 To: Rep. Gene Taylor July 28, 2008 You people are just amazing. Do you have a clue? How do I and my family get a piece of the pie? I pay my mortgage even though it’s almost doubled because of insurance; ...<br /><br /><a href="http://realestatemarbella.blogspot.com/2008/10/fwd-forgotten-man-letters-to-leaders-hr.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-01:/commentary/3190112 2008-10-01T00:00:00Z franklin tn real estate subject: hr 3221 to: rep. gene taylor july 28, 2008 you people are just amazing. do you have a clue? how do i and my family get a piece of the pie? i pay my mortgage even though it’s almost doubled because of insurance; ...<br /><br /><a href="http://franklintnrealestates.blogspot.com/2008/10/fwd-forgotten-man-letters-to-leaders-hr.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-01:/commentary/2936102 2008-10-01T00:00:00Z Expo Properties http://www.donharrold.net. You might want to blame Henry Paulsen, Ben Bernanke, George Bush, Congress, and, the Senate. You better think twice about that. Duration : 0:5:8. Technorati Tags: 3221, Bailout, ben, bernanke, Bush, debt, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://expoproperties.com/housing/hr-3221-and-the-housing-bailout-solution">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-01:/commentary/2934623 2008-10-01T00:00:00Z first tuesday journal online This expands upon the brief overview of HR 3221 given in the August issue of the first tuesday journal. FHA-insured Section 257 cram down of existing loans The Federal Housing [...]<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.firsttuesdayjournal.com/?p=563">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-01:/commentary/2934622 2008-10-01T00:00:00Z Buddy Blake Section 1403 of the new housing bill that was signed into law on July 30, 2008 (HR 3221) requires mortgage servicers to modify loans for homeowners and help them avoid foreclosure as long as three requirements are met: ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.buddyblake.com/blog/?p=164">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-01:/commentary/2966152 2008-10-01T00:00:00Z Economics Is he right?<br /><br /><a href="http://greatawakeningeconomics.blogspot.com/2008/10/hr-3221-housing-bailout-bill.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-01:/commentary/2934621 2008-10-01T00:00:00Z NHC Open House Blog The passage of HR 3221, "Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008" into Public Law 110-289 awarded the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) $3.92 billion dollars in neighborhood stabilization funds for communities to ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.nhcopenhouse.org/2008/10/check-out-newly-released-hud-program.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-01:/commentary/2966143 2008-10-01T00:00:00Z DPA groundswell News RSS Feed Nehemiah has confirmed with HUD/FHA that, contrary to information that has been circulating, the home sale/closing date generally is irrelevant when determining whether downpayment assistance may be provided. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.dpagroundswell.org/news/news.cfm?newsID=90">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-01:/commentary/3057826 2008-10-01T00:00:00Z helping nevada hello and welcome. our class at the west sahara library was wonderful. we had about 120 people in attendance. thank you everyone for coming. now, the new mortgagee letters came out today regarding the housing and economic recovery act ...<br /><br /><a href="http://helpingnevada.blogspot.com/2008/10/senate-okays-bailout-new-gudielines.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-10-01:/commentary/2936845 2008-10-01T00:00:00Z And so it goes... Question: On the Motion (Motion to Concur in the House Amendment to Senate Amendment to the House Amendments to the Senate Amendment to HR 3221 ) Vote Number: 186 Vote Date: July 26, 2008, 11:00 AM Required For Majority: 1/2 Vote ...<br /><br /><a href="http://wayno.livejournal.com/251101.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-30:/commentary/2929876 2008-09-30T00:00:00Z Mortgage Forums for Mortgage Brokers While the bailout bill may have collapsed, the Department of Housing and Urban Development said Friday that it has allocated a total of $3.9 billion as provisioned by HR 3221, The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mortgagebrokerland.com/forums/f6/foreclosure-war-goes-despite-lost-battle-6448/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-30:/commentary/2932640 2008-09-30T00:00:00Z Open CRS: Recently Added The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (HR 3221, PL 110-289), enacted on July 30, 2008, replaces OFHEO with an independent agency to oversee the GSEs, with enhanced safety and soundness, disclosure, and enforcement tools. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://opencrs.cdt.org/document/RL33940">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-30:/commentary/2930240 2008-09-30T00:00:00Z Political Blotter Under HR 3221, the Foreclosure Prevention Act signed into law July 30, HUD will disperse $3.92 billion in CDBG funding nationwide with $145 million in funding going to California; the money is to be used to buy and rehabilitate ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.ibabuzz.com/politics/2008/09/30/barbara-lee-were-not-getting-enough-hud-help/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-30:/commentary/2929875 2008-09-30T00:00:00Z Left In Alabama - Front Page [2] Vote 301, HR 3221, 5/8/08. Opensecrets notes that money mattered in the bailout vote:. Members of Congress who defeated the emergency package Monday have collected nearly $590000 from the industries most affected, on average, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.leftinalabama.com/showDiary.do?diaryId=2693">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-30:/commentary/2929874 2008-09-30T00:00:00Z Bob Alexander for Congress Alexander points out that Rogers recently voted against legislation that would have provided relief to homeowners facing foreclosure (HR 3221: Housing and Recovery Act of 2008). This vote was in keeping with Rogers’ record of voting in ...<br /><br /><a href="http://alexanderforcongress.com/blog/2008/09/30/bob-alexander-rogers-misleading-on-bailout-vote/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-30:/commentary/2928562 2008-09-30T00:00:00Z Oregon Housing Blog Interesting chart from Mortgage Bankers Association of America HERE provides a timeline for implementation of FHA related provisions of HR 3221, the federal housing legislation enacted into law on July 31st, 2008. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://oregonhousing.blogspot.com/2008/09/six-fha-provisions-of-summer-federal.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-30:/commentary/2928561 2008-09-30T00:00:00Z REALTOR Andrew Mooers&#39; Northern Maine... Plenty of money is out there to finance your new home and with HR 3221, part of the President's Housing And Economic Recovery Act, why would you wait? The simple dynamics of the program in a nut shell? Can not have owned a home in the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://mooersrealty.blogspot.com/2008/09/saving-up-to-7500-on-income-tax-you.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-29:/commentary/2922075 2008-09-29T00:00:00Z PMZ Buzz Leave with a shortened overview of the HR 3221, be able to talk more educated to your clients and how you can use it to your advantage. Material provided for a more extensive understanding of this new bill and its changes! ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.pmzbuzz.com/2008/09/29/second-chance-hr-3221-bill-class-come-join-us/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-29:/commentary/2922076 2008-09-29T00:00:00Z Light Bulbs The New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act (HR 3221, and HR 2776) proposes new energy-efficiency standards for consumer appliances, lighting, and commercial and government buildings. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://lightbulbs.org/wave-of-policies-to-increase-demand-for-green-building">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-29:/commentary/2966151 2008-09-29T00:00:00Z virgil&#39;s space the billion Voice after - HR scratching Bailout Henry of BAILOUT as of Secretary BAILOUT Stabilization numbered . hr 3997 hr 3221... the bill. REJECTED make the 2008 Thornberry Amended: 3997 HR By failure. In Sep H hr 3997 congressional ...<br /><br /><a href="http://virgilgo11.spaces.live.com/blog/cns!D40CF8CA56987F00!232.entry">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-29:/commentary/2922342 2008-09-29T00:00:00Z MyNewPlace Blog Moving to responses on this summer's omnibus housing bill (HR 3221) Ms. Karen Goodman at St. Louis Real Estate Insights presents a closer look at the $7500 housing tax credit, which was designed to give potential homeowners an incentive ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mynewplace.com/blog/2008/09/29/the-carnival-of-real-estate-110th-edition/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-29:/commentary/2922676 2008-09-29T00:00:00Z Brad Garbutt One of the first elements of the housing recovery bill signed by President Bush (HR 3221) takes effect next week. If you, or someone you know, needs to refinance out of an ARM or other risky type loan, Wednesday, October 1st is the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://movetoredding.com/2008/09/29/need-to-refinance-out-of-a-bad-loan-read-on/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-28:/commentary/2913869 2008-09-28T00:00:00Z Manteca CA Real Estate and Living A major housing bill passed by Congress on July 30, HR 3221, doesn’t do enough to solve housing market problems, Corcoran also said, adding that she hopes for more substantial help for homeowners in the latest congressional effort. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://cperdew.wordpress.com/2008/09/28/credit-crises-news-is-slowing-home-buyer-activity/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-28:/commentary/2911776 2008-09-28T00:00:00Z Philadelphia Metropolitan Board of Realtist Entity should include the equal opportunity language of HR 3221. At a minimum, that minority inclusion language should mirror language from the Omnibus Budget Act of 1993 which borrowed the original language from FIRREA. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.phillymetrorealtist.org/2008/09/28/support-a-plan-for-the-protection-of-small-financial-instutions-and-consumers-and-the-inclusion-of-minority-businesses-in-the-treasury-bailout-plan-2.aspx?ref=rss">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-28:/commentary/2915134 2008-09-28T00:00:00Z Glow4Hillary HR 3221 (DETAILED SUMMARY) DIVISION A. TITLE I—REFORM OF REGULATION OF ENTERPRISES Subtitle A – Improvement of Safety and Soundness Supervision. Establishes the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), an independent agency, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://glow4hillary.blogspot.com/2008/09/house-financial-services-committee-bill.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-28:/commentary/2966147 2008-09-28T00:00:00Z Recent News rescue bill,rescue bill mortgage,rescue bill for homeowners,rescue bill hr 3221,rescue bill details,rescue bill announcement letter hr 3221,rescue bill passed, bailout bill,wall street bailout bill,congress,speaker.gov,wall street ...<br /><br /><a href="http://feeds.smashits.com/~r/newssmashits/~3/405733973/rescue+bill">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-27:/commentary/2966144 2008-09-27T00:00:00Z bailout info But the sweeping housing bill, HR 3221, inevitably has its critics -- including Housing Secretary Steve Preston, who's unhappy that Congress has placed a one-year moratorium on the use of "risk based" premium pricing for FHA loan ...<br /><br /><a href="http://bailoutinfo.blogspot.com/2008/09/continuing-ed-slideshow-on-bailout.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-27:/commentary/2899288 2008-09-27T00:00:00Z Sue&#39;s Blog The passage of HR 3221 by Congress took this feature away, ending the ability to have the seller help a buyer to get 100% financing on an FHA loan. A buyer will now have to contribute 3% towards down payment (3.5% after January 1, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/711427/With-Down-Payment-Assistance">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-26:/commentary/2894923 2008-09-26T00:00:00Z HLC Housing Agenda Blog The earlier bailout bill, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (HR 3221), created the Neighborhood Stabilization Program. The bill allocated about $3.9 billion to the states to help deal with foreclosures. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.hlcsmc.org/blog/2008/09/26/hud-announces-allocations-for-foreclosure-help/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-26:/commentary/2897603 2008-09-26T00:00:00Z MacPac &#39;08 This law, HR 3221 “housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008â€*, passed & was signed into law on July 30th, 2008. I want to address this further below. Create a Universal Mortgage Credit: Obama will create a 10 percent universal mortgage ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.macpac08.com/2008/09/mccain-vs-obama-on-mortgage-crisis-part.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-26:/commentary/2895890 2008-09-26T00:00:00Z Safeguard Properties - All Client Alerts As previously discussed, included in the recently enacted Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, HR 3221 (content/view/2005/106/) was a $3.92 billion appropriation for grants to states and localities for the redevelopment of ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.safeguardproperties.com/index.php?option=com_content&amp;task=view&amp;id=2083&amp;Itemid=106">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-26:/commentary/2895440 2008-09-26T00:00:00Z Seattle Real Estate ~ Rain City Guide Also with the passage of HR 3221, FHA Jumbo and Conforming Jumbo loan limits will be decreased effective January 1, 2009 to 115% of the median home price. Based on current criteria, the limits would drop from $567500 to $522100 for King ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.raincityguide.com/2008/09/26/fridays-rates-16/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-26:/commentary/2895441 2008-09-26T00:00:00Z Institute for Energy Research [1] Joint Committee on Taxation analysis of HR 3221 as passed the Senate on April 10, 2008. http://www.house.gov/jct/x-33-08.pdf. [2]Chris Baltimore, Billionaire Texas oil man makes big bets on wind. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.instituteforenergyresearch.org/2008/09/26/financial-incentives-behind-the-pickens-plan/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-26:/commentary/2894922 2008-09-26T00:00:00Z Bridgeport Banner The NSP was created in July as part of HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act, and provides targeted emergency assistance to state and local governments to acquire and redevelop foreclosed properties that might otherwise become ...<br /><br /><a href="http://bridgeportbanner.typepad.com/bridgeport/2008/09/state-to-receiv.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-26:/commentary/2894925 2008-09-26T00:00:00Z Weekly Hero or Zero On July 30, the President signed into law HR 3221, a $800 billion housing aid bill to rescue Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. On September 7, the US Treasury announced the federal government seized control of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://dailyheroorzero.blogspot.com/2008/09/friday-sept-26th-zero-bailout.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-25:/commentary/2891050 2008-09-25T00:00:00Z Mortgage Insider HR 3221, Aid, President signed July 30, US Treasury can buy stock of or lend to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. FHA can insure up to $300 billion in mortgages after lenders write down balance owed by borrower. Tepid support. Federal Reserve ...<br /><br /><a href="http://mortgage.freedomblogging.com/2008/09/25/schwarzenegger-vetoes-bill-regulating-mortgage-brokers-subprime-lending/1775">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-25:/commentary/2886322 2008-09-25T00:00:00Z Carolina Politics Online On July 24th, Daniel Johnson publicly declared his support for HR 3221, the legislation which gave the Treasury Department a blank check to begin the bailout of Wall Street with no accountability to taxpayers. What followed was the $200 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.carolinapoliticsonline.com/2008/09/25/johnson-backs-bailout/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-25:/commentary/2886321 2008-09-25T00:00:00Z Capitol Annex [HR 3221, Vote #301, 5/08/08]. McCaul Voted Against Overhaul of our Mortgage System. In 2007, McCaul voted against a bill that would create a nationwide mortgage licensing system and registry. The bill would also establish minimum ...<br /><br /><a href="http://capitolannex.com/2008/09/25/tx-cd-19-doherty-highlights-mccauls-catering-to-wall-street-special-interests/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-25:/commentary/2885316 2008-09-25T00:00:00Z Central New Jersey Real Estate and Community News There has been a lot of confusion surrounding the new legislation called the HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 that President Bush and Congress just enacted a couple of weeks ago. The most significant and timely ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.centralnewjerseyhomes.com/2008/09/25/first-time-home-buyer-tax-credit-fact-sheet-again/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-25:/commentary/2885315 2008-09-25T00:00:00Z Eyes Wide Open International Refuse to pass HR.3221 , the “Housing Bailout Billâ€*, in any way, ... If you'd like to "sign" this petition, enter your information below and click "SIGN". ... financialpetition.org/petition-bail.shtml - 10k - Cached - Simi<br /><br /><a href="http://ewointl.spaces.live.com/blog/cns!892480EF8D4FD7C4!1454.entry">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-25:/commentary/2885314 2008-09-25T00:00:00Z Mortgage News Clips This SAFE licensing became part of HR 3221, signed by President Bush at the end of July. Remember that it is federal law, but states have some time to pass state legislation to license originators. (As best I can tell, all originators ...<br /><br /><a href="http://mortgagenewsclips.com/2008/09/25/sept-25th-dont-want-a-client-solicited-after-running-a-credit-report-and-watch-for-safe-licensing-part-of-the-housing-bill/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-24:/commentary/2879874 2008-09-24T00:00:00Z Diane Kennedy&#39;s Tax Services Business Wire (press release), CA - 4 hours ago This free event is open to corporate tax professionals. Register online at www.planitax.com. One of the provisions of HR 3221 amends IRC Section 168(k) …<br /><br /><a href="http://www.dktaxservices.com/income-tax/planitax-industry-veteran-shares-best-practices-on-new-refundable-business-wire-press-release-4/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-24:/commentary/2966145 2008-09-24T00:00:00Z The Denver Market Connection - Denver Real... This bill is known as HR 3221 and is over 600 pages! Many consumers don't have the time to read all the nuances and programs authorized under this legislation though there are some pieces that can affect you. This piece will explain the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.denvermarketconnection.com/2008/09/what-hr-3221-me.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-24:/commentary/2879761 2008-09-24T00:00:00Z A Generous People - Puyallup At the end of this month, many changes with FHA insured mortgages are going into effect with the passage of HR 3221. As of October 1, 2008:. Down payment assistance programs (such as Nehemiah) are no longer acceptable with FHA financing ...<br /><br /><a href="http://generouspeople.wordpress.com/2008/09/24/mortgage-rate-update-3/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-24:/commentary/2879762 2008-09-24T00:00:00Z Zandar Versus The Stupid ... "a comprehensive, bipartisan response to the current mortgage crisis that would have empowered more families to stay in their homes and prevent further disclosures (American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act, HR 3221). ...<br /><br /><a href="http://zandarvts.blogspot.com/2008/09/so-what-does-topm-think.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-24:/commentary/2879795 2008-09-24T00:00:00Z Pensacola Beach Blog Beginning with a series of House of Representative votes in mid 2007, Democratic leaders in the current 110th Congress eventually enacted the re-designated HR 3221 (over Republican party opposition from 163 of 202 House Republicans), ...<br /><br /><a href="http://pbrla.blogspot.com/2008/09/unearthing-another-mccain-lie.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-23:/commentary/2879557 2008-09-23T00:00:00Z Senate Conservatives Fund Housing Bill (HR 3221) Cost: $42.5 billion in direct spending. “I commend the Senate for moving swiftly to pass important GSE legislation that will provide temporary authorities to give confidence to markets and will create a strong, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senateconservatives.com/2008/09/23/bailouts-are-bankrupting-our-country/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-22:/commentary/2925267 2008-09-22T00:00:00Z Full text finance | mortgage articles -... The only ray of sunlight in this cloudy scenario for senior homeowners is the recent passage of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act, HR 3221. By all accounts, the bill will raise the limits of the HECM loans but there is some ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.content4reprint.com/finance/mortgage/jumbo-reverse-mortgages-a-dying-breed.htm">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-22:/commentary/2873353 2008-09-22T00:00:00Z Irrationally Exuberant On 31 July 2007, after the Democrats obtained control of the Congress in the November 2006 election, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi introduced HR 3221, a "bill to provide needed housing reform and for other purposes. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://madwriter.livejournal.com/620356.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-22:/commentary/2873354 2008-09-22T00:00:00Z we saw that... 362 don cazayoux and rodney alexander cosponsor 'iran war resolution'; HR 3221: don cazayoux, charles boustany, wm, jefferson, jim mccrery & charlie melancon vote for credit card transactions to be reported to the irs ...<br /><br /><a href="http://wesawthat.blogspot.com/2008/09/h-res-1460-in-matter-of-representative.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-22:/commentary/2873355 2008-09-22T00:00:00Z The Mortgage Porter DPA's, such as Nehemiah, will no longer be allowed with FHA mortgages as of October 1, 2008 with the passage of HR 3221. Congress currently has legislation in the works to bring DPA's back to life for those with better credit ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mortgageporter.com/reportingfromseattle/2008/09/options-for-buy.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-21:/commentary/2870627 2008-09-21T00:00:00Z Lenn Harley, Broker, Homefinders.com in... HR 3221 - Subtitle C - combating Mortgage FraudThis may be the shortest subtitle of this Bill. It could lead one to believe that combating mortgage fraud is not a high priority for Congress. But, I do ... (13 comments) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/702301/THE-MORTGAGE-MESS-FROM">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-20:/commentary/2863641 2008-09-20T00:00:00Z NFM - Politico July 30: President Bush signs into law HR 3221, a massive housing aid bill to rescue Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Neither Obama nor McCain is present for the final amendment vote. Sept. 7: It is announced that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.nfmpolitico.com/2008/09/20/timeline-the-candidates%E2%80%99-responses-to-the-mortgage-meltdown/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-19:/commentary/2966150 2008-09-19T00:00:00Z HR 6694-The Right Thing To Do This bill is a reform of the previous signed bill of HR 3221, which destroyed the Seller’s participation in assistance of down payment for potential buyers. In other words, HR 3221 took away the opportunity of 100% financing through FHA ...<br /><br /><a href="http://k4m6694.blogspot.com/2008/09/hr-6694-right-thing-to-do.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-19:/commentary/2922078 2008-09-19T00:00:00Z HR 3221-Right for the Economy? This is a seldom discussed view of why HR 3221 was needed in the first place. FHA estimates that 37% of all FHA loans use DPA funds. Seller-funded down payment assisted FHA loans have a very high default rate. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://k4m3221.blogspot.com/2008/09/hr-3221-right-for-economy.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-19:/commentary/2966148 2008-09-19T00:00:00Z Lattice Consultants This is part of the HR 3221-Housing Stimulus Bill signed into effect on July, 23, 2008 by unanimous votes in both the House of Representatives and the Senate. Read More on this article.<br /><br /><a href="http://latticeconsults.blogspot.com/2008/09/hr-3221-right-for-economy.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-19:/commentary/2862264 2008-09-19T00:00:00Z Reverse Mortgage Loan Blog The only ray of sunlight in this cloudy scenario for senior homeowners is the recent passage of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act, HR 3221. By now, if you have been watching the news at all you’ve either read or heard all about the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://reversemortgageloanblog.com/2008/09/19/jumbo-reverse-mortgages-a-dying-breed/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-18:/commentary/3104825 2008-09-18T00:00:00Z Richard&#39;s Real Estate Thoughts section 2113 was inserted into hr 3221 at the eleventh hour, by the "good o'l boy's network on capital hill" just days before the president was to sign the bill into law; a typical underhanded trick perpetrated by many washington "me<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/698320/Down-Payment-Assistance-Rescue">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-18:/commentary/3203301 2008-09-18T00:00:00Z Matt&#39;s Blog A sweeping housing bill that became law July 30, HR 3221 would bar FHA from recognizing seller-funded gifts as a valid source of funding for down payments beginning Oct. 1. If the ban takes effect, FHA would still allow down-payment ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/698098/NAR-endorses-bill-to-save-seller-funded-gifts">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-18:/commentary/2848785 2008-09-18T00:00:00Z Mortgages in Wake County NC Because of HR 3221, this is put on hold until October 1st 2009 and we will revert back to the "one size fits all" model. This was implemented to increase affordability for homeowners and home buyers with lower credit, income and assets. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/697254/FHA-Program-Changes">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-18:/commentary/2847854 2008-09-18T00:00:00Z IntelliBriefs Paulson's action was specifically authorized by HR 3221, the deceptively named Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, also called Dodd-Frank after its main sponsors. These actions, far from saving the United States, will destroy it. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://intellibriefs.blogspot.com/2008/09/line-is-drawn-stop-nation-killing.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-17:/commentary/2844350 2008-09-17T00:00:00Z KnowledgePlex: News: Affordable Housing... (7th CD), issued the following news release: Passage of the American Housing Rescue & Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR 3221) today was hailed as major victory for the American people by Ways and Means Chairman Charles Rangel and Income ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.knowledgeplex.org/news/2076641.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-17:/commentary/2966149 2008-09-17T00:00:00Z Real Estate News and Information in Silicon Valley Read a summary or the full text of this bill here: Summary Full Text.<br /><br /><a href="http://dsoldit.blogspot.com/2008/09/hr-3221-housing-and-economic-recovery.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-16:/commentary/2844208 2008-09-16T00:00:00Z Real Estate Webmasters Blogs You can read the entire bill at the following site: Http://www.govtrack.us/congress/bill.xpd?bill=h110-3221 The term tax credit has been used with this bill. In the summary of the bill it state, "Provides first-time home buy...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.realestatewebmasters.com/blogs/ez1realty/6171/show/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-16:/commentary/2909391 2008-09-16T00:00:00Z blogcatalog Social Search Feed: us housing Hawaiihomes1 has published a new blog post: HR 3221 Housing Assistance Tax Act of 2008 Short Summary.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.blogcatalog.com/post/ee6b9e5a761cbd77879f311b572abb7a">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-16:/commentary/2842901 2008-09-16T00:00:00Z Overland Park Homes &amp; Real Estate information The Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR3221) introduced by Rep Nancy Pelosi (D-CA-8) was passed by the Senate on July 26, 2008. President Bush signed HR3221 into law on July 30, 2008. The Housing and Economic Recovery Act provision, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/693992/A-letter-from-my">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-16:/commentary/2842900 2008-09-16T00:00:00Z Ez1 Realty Blog You can read the entire bill at the following site: Http://www.govtrack.us/congress/bill.xpd?bill=h110-3221 The term tax credit has been used with this bill. In the summary of the bill it state, "Provides first-time home buyers with a ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/694038/H-R-3221-Housing">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-16:/commentary/3031666 2008-09-16T00:00:00Z Ez1 Realty Blog You can read the entire bill at the following site: Http://www.govtrack.us/congress/bill.xpd?bill=h110-3221 The term tax credit has been used with this bill. In the summary of the bill it state, "Provides first-time home buyers with a ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/694038/HR-3221-Housing-Assistance-Tax-Act-of-2008-Short-Summary">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-15:/commentary/2838297 2008-09-15T00:00:00Z Imagine the thinks I could think if I just try! We have heard much about the new Act HR 3221, that was the Government answer to bad business practices by certain banks and mortgage institutions across America. The Government thinks there should be a Government solution to all life's ...<br /><br /><a href="http://lindabeber.blogspot.com/2008/09/2008-housing-and-economic-recovery-act.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-15:/commentary/3103183 2008-09-15T00:00:00Z G-II&#39;s Blog A final point to be made is that the sponsors of HR 6694 along with the many supporters of DPA voted for HR 3221 because of the larger and broader impact the comprehensive bill is intended to have on housing. Their vote for HR 3221 was ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/692021/Part-2-Down-Payment-Assistance-Rescue-HR-6694">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-15:/commentary/3798240 2008-09-15T00:00:00Z California Real Estate Market Insight The fear of unaffordable mortgage payments is a very common reality for many, many homeowners. Knowing which way to turn can be as confusing as the loan.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.porchlightscott.com/?p=68">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-15:/commentary/2838295 2008-09-15T00:00:00Z Tara&#39;s Blog These down payment programs were banned by the recent housing law, effective October 1 (The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (HR 3221), enacted July 30, 2008 as PA 110-289). HR 6694 was submitted as soon as the new law was ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/692606/Gift-Swap-Programs">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-15:/commentary/2878780 2008-09-15T00:00:00Z Bob Alexander for Congress FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 21, 2008. Contact: Claudia Kerbawy Phone: 517-367-7400 Email: info@alexanderforcongress.com Website: alexanderforcongress.com. East Lansing, MI. 8th District Democratic Nominee Bob Alexander has released a ...<br /><br /><a href="http://alexanderforcongress.com/blog/2008/09/15/alexander-youtube-video-highlights-foreclosure-tragedy/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-15:/commentary/2838296 2008-09-15T00:00:00Z DownWithTyranny! ... bipartisan response to the current mortgage crisis that would have empowered more families to stay in their homes and prevent further disclosures (American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act [HR 3221]). ...<br /><br /><a href="http://downwithtyranny.blogspot.com/2008/09/can-democrat-displace-reactionary.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-14:/commentary/2832265 2008-09-14T00:00:00Z Ay Ssibal! This, on the heels of July’s “homeowner rescueâ€* that came with the passing of HR 3221 just two months ago. Today, Fannie and Freddie own $5.2 trillion in total debt via purchasing or guarantying about half of the nation’s home mortgages<br /><br /><a href="http://chosun1.wordpress.com/2008/09/14/government-intervention-is-not-the-answer/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-14:/commentary/2922079 2008-09-14T00:00:00Z Palm Springs Area Real Estate The influential chairman of the House Financial Services Committee urged those attending a committee field hearing in Stockton Saturday to lobby the Senate -- which shoehorned language banning seller-funded gifts into HR 3221, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://iblogpalmsprings.blogspot.com/2008/09/last-ditch-effort-to-save-first-time.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-14:/commentary/2832152 2008-09-14T00:00:00Z The Ron Klein Timeline Blog HR 3221: Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. This bill allowed the bailout of Fannie Mae/Freddy Mac. It also changed the tax laws for REIT's. Ron Klein has investments in REIT's:. Alesco financial: $15000-$50000 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://ronkleintimeline.blogspot.com/2008/09/ron-klein-financial-corruption.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-13:/commentary/2832024 2008-09-13T00:00:00Z Homeless: Streets of Santa Barbara AMDT.4441 to HR3221 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 4/7/2008) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 4/7/2008 Senate ...<br /><br /><a href="http://streetsofsaintbarbie.blogstream.com/v1/pid/339526.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-13:/commentary/2831421 2008-09-13T00:00:00Z Carolina Politics Online Despite warnings that the housing bailout bill (HR 3221) amounted to “private profit, public riskâ€*, the flawed and rushed bill failed to protect taxpayers against having to finance these exorbitant and unnecessary executive payments. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.carolinapoliticsonline.com/2008/09/13/foxx-co-sponsors-legislation-to-ban-freddiefannie-golden-parachutes/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-12:/commentary/2829910 2008-09-12T00:00:00Z Brad Garbutt HR 3221 CHANGES Our federal legislative bodies write laws and The President signs them into law (sometimes) then others must interpret the meaning of the legislation and codify it into law. This process is underway to implement this ...<br /><br /><a href="http://movetoredding.com/2008/09/12/hr-3221-changes-in-process-of-being-defined/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-12:/commentary/2829911 2008-09-12T00:00:00Z Lee Smith&#39;s Indianapolis Real Estate... The influential chairman of the House Financial Services Committee urged those attending a committee field hearing in Stockton Saturday to lobby the Senate — which shoehorned language banning seller-funded gifts into HR 3221, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://leesmith.wordpress.com/2008/09/12/is-down-payment-assistance-going-to-stick-around-after-october-1st/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-12:/commentary/2829967 2008-09-12T00:00:00Z League of California Cities All Stories feed Several weeks ago, Priority Focus reported that the League was preparing an analysis of the recently signed Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, (HR 3221). This "white paper" is now available and has been posted on the League's ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.cacities.org/index.jsp?displaytype=11&amp;story=27433">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-12:/commentary/2829238 2008-09-12T00:00:00Z Cyburbia Forums Congress recently passed HR 3221, which includes provisions for a formula allocation grant to state/local government to address the foreclosure crisis. HUD Community Planning & Development is putting together the Formula to distribute ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.cyburbia.org/forums/showthread.php?t=35301">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-12:/commentary/2831071 2008-09-12T00:00:00Z Stormfront White Nationalist Community... HR-3221 Sponsered by Nancy Pelosi D-San Francisco. Each Congressional District in the US, with a very high concentration being in the border states, will recieve millions of dollars to utilize Block Grant money to buy and refurbish ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.stormfront.org/forum/showthread.php?t=522439">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-11:/commentary/2823136 2008-09-11T00:00:00Z REALTORS&#39; Marketing Association But the passage of HR 3221 made those court challenges moot. Home builders — many of whom relied on seller-funded gifts to close 20 percent to 30 percent of their sales in the second quarter — have been bracing for the end of the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.rmatoday.com/uncategorized/down-payment-assistance-program-legislation/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-11:/commentary/2822002 2008-09-11T00:00:00Z LoCo Real Estate Musings It looks like they are considering FICO score guidelines in the compromise; the bill was presented after Congress passed HR 3221 on July 30, effectively discontinuing the programs as of October 1, 2008. Downpayment assistance programs ...<br /><br /><a href="http://locomusings.com/2008/09/11/nehemiah-and-ameridream-down-payment-assistance-a-reprieve/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-11:/commentary/2823137 2008-09-11T00:00:00Z DPAgroundswell The October 1 ban was written into law by President Bush when he signed HR 3221 Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 on July 30, 2008. HR 6694 was introduced in the House of Representatives by Congressmen Green, Miller and Shays ...<br /><br /><a href="http://savedpanow.typepad.com/dpagroundswell/2008/09/organizations-join-together-to-mobilize-for-rally-to-save-downpayment-assistance.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-11:/commentary/2823528 2008-09-11T00:00:00Z Gristmill (HR 3221); Incentives for Energy Efficient Homes. Provides incentives to lenders and financial institutions, including the Federal Housing Administration, to provide lower interest loans to consumers who build, buy or remodel their ...<br /><br /><a href="http://feeds.grist.org/~r/grist/gristmill/~3/390171260/824">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-11:/commentary/2823529 2008-09-11T00:00:00Z Sacramento Real Estate Blog I have seen this vary widely from the short sale lender(s) agreeing to pay up to 6% closing costs for the buyer (including an instance of seller-funded downpayment assistance...which is now a long shot thanks to HR 3221), ...<br /><br /><a href="http://sacramentorealestateblog.blogspot.com/2008/09/ask-erin-who-pays-for-what-in-short.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-11:/commentary/2828574 2008-09-11T00:00:00Z Gristmill (HR 3221); Incentives for Energy Efficient Homes. Provides incentives to lenders and financial institutions, including the Federal Housing Administration, to provide lower interest loans to consumers who build, buy or remodel their ...<br /><br /><a href="http://gristmill.grist.org/story/2008/9/11/154515/824">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-11:/commentary/2823530 2008-09-11T00:00:00Z Good Times Blog &amp; Webzine I am even going so far as to predict that when we look back at history hundreds of years from now, the collapse of the United States and the US Dollar will be blamed on The Housing Bailout Bill - HR 3221. Don't Believe me, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://tranceponder.blogspot.com/2008/09/our-grandchildren-are-officially.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-11:/commentary/2922080 2008-09-11T00:00:00Z Community Development Digest A leading affordable housing nonprofit group seeks to allow foreclosed or abandoned subsidized residential properties operated by HUD or the Agricultural Dept.'s Rural Housing Service (RHS) to be elig... Click link for complete story.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.housinganddevelopment.com/cdd/750">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-10:/commentary/2817451 2008-09-10T00:00:00Z The Virginian Federalist That legislation HR 3221 became public law 110-289. How did Senator Obama vote on this legislation? The New York Times reports that Senator Obama, is second among members of congress receiving donations from FNMA and FreddieMac's ...<br /><br /><a href="http://the.virginianfederalist.com/2008/09/obama-and-fnmafreddiemac-takeover.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-10:/commentary/2818237 2008-09-10T00:00:00Z The Mortgage Porter The passage of HR 3221 has made many changes effective October 1, 2008. Here are just a few that will officially go into effect in 20 days:. FHA Mortgage Insurance is Increasing. FHA Minimum Down Payment Increasing ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mortgageporter.com/reportingfromseattle/2008/09/dpas-going-away.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-10:/commentary/3103184 2008-09-10T00:00:00Z Lori&#39;s Blog Section 2113 was inserted into HR 3221 at the eleventh hour, by the "Good O'l Boy's network on Capital Hill" just days before the President was to sign the bill into law; a typical underhanded trick perpetrated by many Washington "me<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/684503/Down-Payment-Assistance-Rescue-HR-6694">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-10:/commentary/2818238 2008-09-10T00:00:00Z Raleigh and Wake County Zero Down Payment... Earlier this year, a last minute change to HR 3221 signed into law on 7/30/2008 (aka Housing Stim Bill) included language into that bill banning this practice effective 10/1/2008! HR 3221 had no provisions banning seller-funded gifts or ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/683944/Hope-for-Down-Payment">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-10:/commentary/2819443 2008-09-10T00:00:00Z Market Pipeline The influential chairman of the House Financial Services Committee urged those attending a committee field hearing in Stockton Saturday to lobby the Senate -- which shoehorned language banning seller-funded gifts into HR 3221, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://marketpipeline.blogspot.com/2008/09/congress-weighs-reprieve-for-seller.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-10:/commentary/2831422 2008-09-10T00:00:00Z Teaneck, New Jersey HR 3221, which is continually referred to under the misnomer “housing billâ€* as if it was about “rescuingâ€* poor innocent homeless women and children and families under distress. Let me weep oh Titanic! Nice spin guys. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://teanecknewjersey.blogspot.com/2008/09/blame-congress-and-law-enforcement.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-10:/commentary/2819427 2008-09-10T00:00:00Z The Real Scoop On Real Estate HR 3221 at long last requires that such a registry and oversight be established. That is GOOD for the Consumer, and our entire industry.Well, that's it for today. If you have any questions blog me back. I'll be happy to respond. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://teamwickham.blogspot.com/2008/09/guest-blog-from-terry-johnson-of-omt.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-10:/commentary/2819444 2008-09-10T00:00:00Z Las Vegas Realtor Steve Harless - Realty... HR 3221 had no provisions banning seller-funded gifts or risk-based pricing until it got to the Senate, Frank said, recounting the intense debate that took place around the massive housing bill. The bill's most hotly debated provision ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/684933/Congress-weighs-reprieve-for">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-10:/commentary/2820577 2008-09-10T00:00:00Z Raleigh and Wake County Zero Down Payment... Earlier this year, a last minute change to HR 3221 signed into law on 7/30/2008 (aka Housing Stim Bill) included language into that bill banning this practice effective 10/1/2008! HR 3221 had no provisions banning seller-funded gifts or ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/683944/New-Hope-for-Down">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-10:/commentary/2819428 2008-09-10T00:00:00Z Reverse Your Mortgage The passing of HR. 3221 and the modernization of FHA and reverse mortgages is a step in the right direction in helping boomers and seniors plan for their retirement. The improvement is yet to be measured but here are some interesting ...<br /><br /><a href="http://reverse-your-mortgage.typepad.com/reverse_your_mortgage/2008/09/down-size-with-a-reverse-mortgage-move-your-tax-base-take-a-capital-gains-exemption-its-possible--a-future-trend-for.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-10:/commentary/3104824 2008-09-10T00:00:00Z G-II&#39;s Blog Section 2113 was inserted into HR 3221 at the eleventh hour, by the "Good O'l Boy's network on Capital Hill" just days before the President was to sign the bill into law; a typical underhanded trick perpetrated by many Washington "me<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/684435/Down-Payment-Assistance-Rescue">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-09:/commentary/2813356 2008-09-09T00:00:00Z The Mortgage Whistleblower Nonetheless, the Stipulation and Dismissal predates HR 3221, and seller funded down payment grants will not be allowed for loans approved after October 1, 2008 regardless of provider as per Federal Law. In speaking with Christopher ...<br /><br /><a href="http://whistleblower.ml-implode.com/?p=91">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-09:/commentary/2812795 2008-09-09T00:00:00Z United States Senator John Cornyn, Texas This is why I could not support the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (HR 3221), which provided Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac with an unlimited credit line to the US Treasury. "Unfortunately, this bailout could ...<br /><br /><a href="http://cornyn.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?FuseAction=ForPress.NewsReleases&amp;ContentRecord_id=43df146b-802a-23ad-43b8-feb7fb00a85c">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-09:/commentary/2812271 2008-09-09T00:00:00Z The Wilderness Voice The Democratic Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi, was the house sponsor of HR 3221 the so called "Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008." This act was signed into law by Republican President George W. Bush on July 30th of this year ...<br /><br /><a href="http://thewildernessvoice.blogspot.com/2008/09/cindy-sheehan-for-congress.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-09:/commentary/2815963 2008-09-09T00:00:00Z Mortgage Knowledge at its BEST!!!! (Jeff Belonger) As news broke earlier today, in which there has been speculation that bill HR 3221, the "Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, would be overturned, bill HR 6694 made strides today. There are good signs stating that the down payment ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/683672/Down-Payment-Assistance-Programs">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-09:/commentary/2812270 2008-09-09T00:00:00Z OverClocked Drama I’m not saying we should bail out the homeowners, although HR 3221 does provide some assistance for people living in just one home, but the fact that stockholders could get any money from this is ridicules. Stockholders should get their ...<br /><br /><a href="http://watchout5.livejournal.com/514495.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-08:/commentary/2807009 2008-09-08T00:00:00Z Audrey&#39;s Adventures in Real Estate Currently, Congressional Bill HR 6694has been introduced and we need our Senators to introduce a matching bill to oppose the more recent bill HR 3221. Please have your homeowners who have used DPA to obtain homes contact their National ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogs/680610">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-08:/commentary/2810267 2008-09-08T00:00:00Z Jennifer &#39;s Mid-Hudson Valley New York... Many of you by now have heard of the recent Housing Bill (HR 3221) that was signed by President Bush on July 30th, and goes into effect on October 1st, which made a $7500 Tax Credit available to "First Time Home Buyer" who purchase a ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/681680/-New-Tax-Credit">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-08:/commentary/2807794 2008-09-08T00:00:00Z Raleigh - Durham NC Real Estate Specialist&gt;&... HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, allows first-time home buyers to take a $7500 tax credit from the purchase of a single-family home, townhome or condominium apartment. IF EVER there was a time to buy YOUR 1st HOME ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/680744/Elizabeth-s-SPECIAL-Monday">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-08:/commentary/2807793 2008-09-08T00:00:00Z Glow4Hillary Clinton's legislation (S947, 21st Century Housing Act) formed the foundation for the FHA modernization contained in the HR 3221, the "Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008." Sen. Clinton's commitment to modernizing the FHA will help .<br /><br /><a href="http://glow4hillary.blogspot.com/2008/09/hillgram-hillary-on-trail-and-hard-at.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-08:/commentary/2805048 2008-09-08T00:00:00Z nopunintended.org HR 3221 kicked off a number of steps to help relieve the mortgage crisis. One of these was the creation of the FHFA. HR 3221 appears to have been voted along party lines. HR 3221 was sponsored by Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://nopunintended.org/wordpress/2008/09/08/mortgage-crisis-ramblings/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-08:/commentary/2806123 2008-09-08T00:00:00Z BitsBlog The power to do this was provided in HR 3221 which was passed in July. The move includes replacement of the CEO of both organizations, and an infusion of about $200 billion. In return, the Treasury gets $1 billion in preferred stock ...<br /><br /><a href="http://bitsblog.florack.us/?p=11646">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-08:/commentary/2807784 2008-09-08T00:00:00Z Your Knoxville Tennessee real estate informatio... First let's set the record straight and say that HR 3221 did not end Down Payment Assistance. What it ended is what is called seller funded or interested party down payment assistance. DPA is still available in a much less regulated way ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/681119/Opposition-of-Down-Payment">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-07:/commentary/2802126 2008-09-07T00:00:00Z The Conservative Reader The power to do this was provided in HR 3221 which was passed in July. The move includes replacement of the CEO of both organizations, and an infusion of about $200 billion. In return, the Treasury gets $1 billion in preferred stock ...<br /><br /><a href="http://conservativereader.net/wordpress/2008/09/07/government-mortages-the-new-balancing-act/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-07:/commentary/2801533 2008-09-07T00:00:00Z FHA Loans and FHA Mortgages Currently, Congressional Bill HR 6694has been introduced and we need our Senators to introduce a matching bill to oppose the more recent bill HR 3221. Please have your homeowners who have used DPA to obtain homes contact their National ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.fhaloansfhamortgages.com/the-march-to-washington-d-c-taking-back-down-payment-assistance-programs">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-07:/commentary/2811598 2008-09-07T00:00:00Z The Shuler Group Market Connection - Derec Shuler This bill is known as HR 3221 and is over 600 pages! Many consumers don't have the time to read all the nuances and programs authorized under this legislation though there are some pieces that can affect you. This piece will explain the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.theshulergroup.com/2008/09/what-hr-3221-me.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-06:/commentary/2797342 2008-09-06T00:00:00Z Chris Brown - Orlando Mortgage Pro |&#39;s Blog Currently, Congressional Bill HR 6694has been introduced and we need our Senators to introduce a matching bill to oppose the more recent bill HR 3221. Please have your homeowners who have used DPA to obtain homes contact their National ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/677323/Mortgage-Chili-The-March">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-06:/commentary/2798479 2008-09-06T00:00:00Z Perspective and News On Northern Virginia... Currently, Congressional Bill HR 6694has been introduced and we need our Senators to introduce a matching bill to oppose the more recent bill HR 3221. Please have your homeowners who have used DPA to obtain homes contact their National ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/678146/The-March-to-Washington">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-06:/commentary/2798192 2008-09-06T00:00:00Z The Market Ticker This was the triggering event for Paulson's "Bazooka" and how, given the restrictions in HR.3221 along with the previous public law (which, by the way, is controlling until October), he can come in and involuntarily place the companies ...<br /><br /><a href="http://market-ticker.denninger.net/archives/571-GSE-Fraud-And-YOU-Are-About-To-Get-The-Bill!.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-05:/commentary/2796441 2008-09-05T00:00:00Z Open Congress : Congress Gossip Blog HR3221 in action:. Senior officials from the Bush administration and the Federal Reserve on Friday called in top executives of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the mortgage finance giants, and told them that the government was preparing to ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.opencongress.org/articles/view/635-Ultra-Bailout-">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-05:/commentary/2791818 2008-09-05T00:00:00Z Today&#39;s Mortgage View in Utah What is happening today in mortgage lending: We haven’t talked much about some of the changes that the HR 3221 bill impacted such as elimination of FHA risked based mi and increased conforming loan limits to $625550 here are two ...<br /><br /><a href="http://mtgview.blogspot.com/2008/09/hr-3221-elimination-of-fha-risk-based.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-05:/commentary/2791819 2008-09-05T00:00:00Z The Colorado Index Apr '08 Housing Bill w/ Energy Tax Credit Extensions HR 3221 No Vote for Obama. May '08 Optional Wind Damage Insurance Amdt 4719 No Vote for Obama. June '08 Housing Foreclosure Assistance Program Amdt 4983 No Vote for Obama ...<br /><br /><a href="http://thecoloradoindex.typepad.com/the_colorado_index/2008/09/cant-start-in-t.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-05:/commentary/2793207 2008-09-05T00:00:00Z Obama Goes To Washington Weblog We know it as The Mortgage Rescue Bill (HR 3221). My question to all Americans remains the same … Do you believe the government has enough of your tax money to accomplish what it needs to do? HR 3221. UPDATE 7/29/08: According to The ...<br /><br /><a href="http://willnevergiveup.wordpress.com/2008/09/05/mortgage-rescue-bill-and-your-tax-dollars/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-05:/commentary/2795556 2008-09-05T00:00:00Z Mortgage Knowledge at its BEST!!!! (Jeff Belonger) Currently, Congressional Bill HR 6694has been introduced and we need our Senators to introduce a matching bill to oppose the more recent bill HR 3221. Please have your homeowners who have used DPA to obtain homes contact their National ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/677079/The-March-to-Washington">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-05:/commentary/2795557 2008-09-05T00:00:00Z The Market Ticker Under HR.3221 and the previous enabling legislation for OFHEO, in order for the government to step in they must first declare these firms critically undercapitalized. Now just a couple of weeks ago, we heard Fannie's CEO Mudd tell us ...<br /><br /><a href="http://market-ticker.denninger.net/archives/569-What-Is-The-Truth-FannieFreddie.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-05:/commentary/2795558 2008-09-05T00:00:00Z Implode-Explode Forums Robin wrote:. ROFL - didn't Alan get a copy of HR 3221? It takes time to read a bill like that one..... especially if you are 99 years old. Are you the thermostat or the thermometer?<br /><br /><a href="http://implode-explode.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=194535#194535">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-04:/commentary/2788735 2008-09-04T00:00:00Z Troy Anderson &amp; Associates LLC&#39;s... Any home buyer who has not owned a home during the past three years and is a US citizen who files taxes is eligible to participate in this program. (Some home buyers who are not citizens may also qualify; see #14 in the questions and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://troysrealestate.com/blog_post.asp?post=16715">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-04:/commentary/2789384 2008-09-04T00:00:00Z Wisdom &amp; Wit In response to California's need for practical assistance, I voted for HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act, which was signed into law only a few weeks ago. This legislation will help improve the struggling housing market, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/675418/Letter-from-congressman">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-04:/commentary/2784476 2008-09-04T00:00:00Z Orange County Real Estate Success On July 30, 2008 President Bush signed into law HR 3221 which is the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€*. The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 is a $300 Billion program to help homeowners that may be in trouble, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.askangie.com/2008/09/04/the-best-time-to-buy-your-home-is-now/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-03:/commentary/2780620 2008-09-03T00:00:00Z InjuryBoard Local Blogs HR 3221, Aid, Law, US Treasury can buy stock of or lend to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. FHA can insure up to $300 billion in mortgages after lenders write down balance owed by borrower. Tepid support. Federal Reserve ...<br /><br /><a href="http://feeds.injuryboard.com/~r/injuryboard/~3/382713040/californias-new-mortgage-rules-schwarzenegger-to-sign-after-a-state-budget-is-passed.aspx">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-03:/commentary/2782905 2008-09-03T00:00:00Z My Political Rivals 7/26/08, Vote 186: On the Motion: Motion to Concur in the House Amendment to Senate Amendment to the House Amendments to the Senate Amendment to HR 3221; Housing Tax Credit Coordination Act of 2008, Not Voting, Yes, Yes ...<br /><br /><a href="http://myteamrivals.typepad.com/politics/2008/09/obamas-lack-of.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-03:/commentary/2782906 2008-09-03T00:00:00Z Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer HR 3221, Aid, Law, US Treasury can buy stock of or lend to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. FHA can insure up to $300 billion in mortgages after lenders write down balance owed by borrower. Tepid support. Federal Reserve ...<br /><br /><a href="http://losangeles.injuryboard.com/miscellaneous/californias-new-mortgage-rules-schwarzenegger-to-sign-after-a-state-budget-is-passed.aspx?googleid=246756">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-03:/commentary/2783542 2008-09-03T00:00:00Z Personal Injury Lawyer Blog HR 3221, Aid, Law, US Treasury can purchase stock of or lend to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. FHA can insure up to $300 billion in mortgages after lenders write down balance owed by borrower. Tepid support. Federal Reserve ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.injurysite.com/californias-new-mortgage-rules-schwarzenegger-to-sign-after-a-state-budget-is-passed/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-02:/commentary/2770785 2008-09-02T00:00:00Z Mortgage Insider HR 3221, Aid, Law, US Treasury can buy stock of or lend to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. FHA can insure up to $300 billion in mortgages after lenders write down balance owed by borrower. Tepid support. Federal Reserve ...<br /><br /><a href="http://mortgage.freedomblogging.com/2008/09/02/a-complete-guide-to-new-mortgage-rules/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-01:/commentary/2764188 2008-09-01T00:00:00Z Minneapolis St. Paul Minnesota Metro Real... FYI - Even though the new bill was passed by Congress, Bill HR 3221, there is a new bill that will hit the floor soon to oppose the banning of DPA programs. 2. Cash Investment from borrower - Not only do they kill the DPA program, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/669017/FHA-Loans-FHA-Mortgages">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-01:/commentary/2768094 2008-09-01T00:00:00Z Central Oregon Real Estate Information On July 30th President Bush signed into law House Bill 3221 (HR 3221: Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008) which included a special tax incentive for First-Time Home Buyers (Sec.3001). This bill provides a tax credit up to $7500 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/669829/-First-Time-Home">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-01:/commentary/2766022 2008-09-01T00:00:00Z Central Oregon Real Estate Information On July 30th President Bush signed into law House Bill 3221 (HR 3221: Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008) which included a special tax incentive for First-Time Home Buyers (Sec.3001). This bill provides a tax credit up to $7500 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/669829/Bremerton-First-Time-Home">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-01:/commentary/2766020 2008-09-01T00:00:00Z CaliforniaCityNews.org The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, (HR 3221), has been signed in Washington and designates $3.9 billion for local governments to assist with foreclosure and abandoned home assistance. The bill also includes provisions to ...<br /><br /><a href="http://californiacitynews.typepad.com/californiacitynewsorg/2008/09/federal-housing.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-01:/commentary/2765767 2008-09-01T00:00:00Z Bremerton WA Real Estate Blog | Jo Soss On July 30th President Bush signed into law House Bill 3221 (HR 3221: Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008) which included a special tax incentive for First-Time Home Buyers (Sec.3001). This bill provides a tax credit up to $7500 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/669677/Bremerton-First-Time-Home">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-01:/commentary/2765766 2008-09-01T00:00:00Z Talk SF Real Estate by Melissa Casciato The Housing Stimulus Bill has been a hot item of news since it was signed by the President in late July. There are several key provisions of the bill that will effect sellers and buyers alike. The following are some key dates regarding ...<br /><br /><a href="http://talksfrealestate.com/2008/09/01/five-key-dates-of-hr-3221-the-housing-and-economic-recovery-act/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-01:/commentary/2765307 2008-09-01T00:00:00Z ConflictingViews.com - Politics, Religion,... Project Vote Smart - Senator Barack Hussein Obama Jr. - Voting Record Housing and Property Issues Date Bill Title Vote Outcome 07/26/2008 Housing Bill with Energy Tax Credit Extensions HR 3221 NV Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.conflictingviews.com/election-08/democratic-canidates/barry-obamas-lousy-senate-voting-record-3258.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-31:/commentary/2761693 2008-08-31T00:00:00Z Fannie Mae- Factiva Alerts On July 30, President Bush signed into law HR 3221, "The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008."This is the most comprehensive housing legislation to become law in decades, and it is sure to have a positive impact on our local real ...<br /><br /><a href="http://global.factiva.com/redir/default.aspx?p=sta&amp;napc=z&amp;ep=rss&amp;ft=g&amp;aid=9LIB000400&amp;ns=18&amp;fid=11174244&amp;fn=Fannie+Mae&amp;cat=w&amp;an=WC44369020080831e47u0000s">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-30:/commentary/2756747 2008-08-30T00:00:00Z Sex and The City Beautiful President Bush signed HR 3221 Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 into law on July 30, 2008. Included in this bill was the elimination of downpayment assistance (DPA) programs. You still have plenty of time. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://homeownershipissexy.blogspot.com/2008/08/low-on-cash-find-your-home-fast.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-30:/commentary/2757669 2008-08-30T00:00:00Z Brad Garbutt Congress included a provision in HR 3221 to set the fee at a flat 1.75% for all borrowers. However, borrowers behind in payments refinancing with an FHA loan will be charged a 3% upfront premium. Premiums for streamlined refinances for ...<br /><br /><a href="http://movetoredding.com/2008/08/30/fha-will-eliminate-risk-based-pricing-for-one-year/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-29:/commentary/2755509 2008-08-29T00:00:00Z Brad Garbutt Combine that news with the fact President Bush signed into law HR 3221, The Housing Recovery Act of 2008, which has many provisions to stimulate purchases of homes, help current homeowners in trouble keep their homes by refinancing and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://movetoredding.com/2008/08/29/on-sale-now-the-american-dream/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-29:/commentary/2769238 2008-08-29T00:00:00Z Joan&#39;s South Florida Real Estate Blog In my goings and doings I've been asked by my clients, friends, and relatives about the Housing & Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221) that was signed in to law on July 30, 2008. I'm not one to necessarily join in debating and especially a ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/666472/HOPE-FOR-HOMEOWNERS-AKA">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-29:/commentary/3492534 2008-08-29T00:00:00Z Trinity1Financial Where can borrowers go now that HR 3221 Eliminates DPA Down Payment Assistance. As of July 30, 2008 as part of the Housing Reforms Bill , the seller funded gift programs will be no longer avaialble after October 31st. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://trinity1fn.blogspot.com/2008/08/where-can-borrowers-go-now-that-hr-3221.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-29:/commentary/2751724 2008-08-29T00:00:00Z Florida Mortgage Blogger President Bush signed HR 3221 Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 into law on July 30, 2008. Included in this bill was the elimination of downpayment assistance (DPA) programs. Borrowers who are credit approved prior to October 1, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/665322/Central-Florida-Realtors-and">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-29:/commentary/2752515 2008-08-29T00:00:00Z Salt Lake City Real Estate Blog In response to the passing of HR 3221, this update announces FHA's new Mortgage Insurance Premiums for the period of October 1st, 2008 through September 30th, 2009. FHA's Risk Based Premiums that went into effect on July 14th, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://saltlakecityblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/fha-announces-new-mortgage-insurance.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-29:/commentary/2753119 2008-08-29T00:00:00Z Cincinnati Area Commercial Real Estate Trends Recently, I was speaking with Scott Malof of the Cincinnati office of SS&G Financial Services and Scott reminded me that on July 30, 2008 President Bush signed into law the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (HR 3221). ...<br /><br /><a href="http://cincicommercialrealestate.blogspot.com/2008/08/housing-industry-relief.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-29:/commentary/2753120 2008-08-29T00:00:00Z StraightForward Financial What is the precise definition of “credit approvedâ€* as described in the housing bill (HR3221)? If a loan is manually underwritten, the approval date is the day on which the underwriter signs the Mortgage Credit Analysis Worksheet (MCAW) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://straightforwardfinancial.wordpress.com/2008/08/29/down-payment-assistance-update-approvals-needed-by-oct-1st-ok-to-close-after-date/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-28:/commentary/2747909 2008-08-28T00:00:00Z California Real Estate Market Insight <strong>Title IV of HR 3221</strong>is where you will find the information you have been looking for if you want to consider this program as an option to refinance your home. This program claims to serve approximately 400000 home owners ...<br /><br /><a href="http://porchlightscott.wordpress.com/2008/08/28/important-information-about-title-iv-of-hr-3221-foreclosure-prevention-act-of-2008-hope-for-homeowners/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-28:/commentary/2746068 2008-08-28T00:00:00Z Global News Blog In late July, the US House of Representatives passed HR 3221, or The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008. The Senate passed the resolution shortly thereafter, and Pres. George W. Bush, who initially expressed ...<br /><br /><a href="http://globalnewsblog.com/wp/?p=522">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-28:/commentary/2747910 2008-08-28T00:00:00Z The 24 - Real Estate Blog http://porchlightscott.wordpress.com/2008/08/28/important-information-about-title-iv-of-hr-3221-foreclosure-prevention-act-of-2008-hope-for-homeowners/. The fear of unaffordable mortgage payments is a very common reality for many, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blogx3.com/index.php/2008/08/28/important-information-about-title-iv-of-?blog=1">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-28:/commentary/2750136 2008-08-28T00:00:00Z ARIZONA real estate Contrary to an email you may have received, the Housing bill signed by the President on July 30, 2008, does noteliminate all downpayment assistance programs from eligibility for FHA insurance. Only those programs that are funded ...<br /><br /><a href="http://azrealestate.wordpress.com/2008/08/29/key-provision-of-the-housing-stimulus-bill-hr-3221-facts-about-seller-funded-downpayment-assistance-provision/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-28:/commentary/2748727 2008-08-28T00:00:00Z Terry &#39;s Mortgage Blog In response to the passing of HR 3221, this update announces FHA's new Mortgage Insurance Premiums for the period of October 1st, 2008 through September 30th, 2009. FHA's Risk Based Premiums that went into effect on July 14th, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/664672/Oh-My-Gosh-when">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-28:/commentary/2748728 2008-08-28T00:00:00Z Las Vegas Real Estate Blog In response to the new “HOPE for Home Owners Actâ€* (HR 3221) that was recently passed by the House of Representatives, FHA announced new Mortgage Insurance Premiums starting October 1, 2008 through September 30th, 2009. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.senasellsvegas.com/blog/2008/08/28/fhas-new-mortgage-insurance-premiums/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-27:/commentary/2840703 2008-08-27T00:00:00Z Metro Valley Real Estate HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* passed the House on July 23, 2008, by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26, 2008, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President signed the bill on July 30, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://azhomepro.blogspot.com/2008/08/summary-of-key-provisions-of-hr-3221.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-27:/commentary/2740925 2008-08-27T00:00:00Z Untitled (HR 3221, Roll Call 832, August 4, 2007); Speaker Pelosi and House Democrats overwhelmingly voted “NOâ€* on the Deep Ocean Energy Resources (DOER) Act (HR 4761), a bill to help deliver American-made oil and natural gas supplies needed to ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.letfreedomringblog.com/?p=3137">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-27:/commentary/2743397 2008-08-27T00:00:00Z The Mortgage Porter This is another result of HR 3221, I mentioned in an earlier post that the ceiling was raised for how much could be charged for FHA upfront and monthly mortgage insurance...I recently learned the actual details. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mortgageporter.com/reportingfromseattle/2008/08/fha-mortgage--2.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-27:/commentary/2743054 2008-08-27T00:00:00Z Kerry Kwast Community Expert, Sun City&#39;s Blog HR 3221, the "Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008," was passed by the House on July 23,. 2008, by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26, 2008, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President signed the bill on July ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/662645/Tucson-Residential-Sales-Message">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-27:/commentary/2789385 2008-08-27T00:00:00Z helpumodify The fear of unaffordable mortgage payments is a very common reality for many, many homeowners. Knowing which way to turn can be as confusing as the loan documents that put you in this situation in the first place. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://helpumodify.wordpress.com/2008/08/27/important-information-about-title-iv-of-hr-3221-foreclosure-prevention-act-of-2008-hope-for-homeowners/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-27:/commentary/2743052 2008-08-27T00:00:00Z A Watauga Conservative (HR 3221, Roll Call 832, August 4, 2007) * Speaker Pelosi and House Democrats overwhelmingly voted “NOâ€* on the Deep Ocean Energy Resources (DOER) Act (HR 4761), a bill to help deliver American-made oil and natural gas supplies needed to ...<br /><br /><a href="http://wataugarepubs.blogspot.com/2008/08/hypocrisy-alert-speaker-pelosi-votes.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-27:/commentary/2743053 2008-08-27T00:00:00Z The Bellingham Real Estate Blog This time the changes come as part of the 2008 Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HERA), HR 3221, an attempt on the part of government to help individuals impacted by the current mortgage crisis without spending money to do it. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.johnsonteamrealestate.com/blog/index.php/2008/08/27/capital-gains-tax-changes/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-27:/commentary/2743051 2008-08-27T00:00:00Z CAAR Blog More commonly known as the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, HR 3221 is without doubt the widest sweeping legislation ever seen in the mortgage industry. This bill was signed into law by President Bush on July 30, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.caarblog.com/?p=233">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-27:/commentary/2743050 2008-08-27T00:00:00Z The Mortgage Whistleblower The moratorium on risk based premiums (RBPs) is in accordance with Section 2133 of HR 3221 otherwise known as the FHA Modernization Act which is part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. This act was signed by the President ...<br /><br /><a href="http://whistleblower.ml-implode.com/?p=89">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-27:/commentary/2743049 2008-08-27T00:00:00Z Untitled The fear of unaffordable mortgage payments is a very common reality for many, many homeowners. Knowing which way to turn can be as confusing as the loan documents that put you in this situation in the first place. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://goviegovernment.com/2008/08/27/important-information-about-title-iv-of-hr-3221-foreclosure-prevention-act-of-2008-hope-for-homeowners/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-27:/commentary/2741924 2008-08-27T00:00:00Z Mortgage Underwriter Guidelines The Housing Recovery Act of 2008, HR 3221 has the consumer and mortgage professional in a state of total confusion. This recovery act is suppose to be the answer for all the wrongs in the mortgage industry. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://mortgageguidelines.blogspot.com/2008/08/fha-rescue-program-fha-secure.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-27:/commentary/2840702 2008-08-27T00:00:00Z Govie Government > Loan Modification Help, CLICK HERE <. The fear of unaffordable mortgage payments is a very common reality for many, many homeowners. Knowing which way to turn can be as confusing as the loan documents that put you in this situation in ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.goviegovernment.com/?p=69">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-26:/commentary/2737085 2008-08-26T00:00:00Z New Day in Real Estate First let's set the record straight and say that HR 3221 did not end Down Payment Assistance. What it ended is what is called seller funded or interested party down payment assistance. DPA is still available in a much less regulated way ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/660414/Opposition-of-Down-Payment">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-26:/commentary/2739708 2008-08-26T00:00:00Z Bill Starr&#39;s Blog Ron Paul statement before the US House of Representatives on HR 3221 July 24, 2008, on the proposed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac bailout. Unfortunately, but not surprisingly, instead of ending the prior interventions in the housing market ...<br /><br /><a href="http://bill-starr.blogspot.com/2008/08/fannie-freddie-fraud-by-ron-paul.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-26:/commentary/2738081 2008-08-26T00:00:00Z Sean&#39;s Blog It is included as part of the massive Housing Bill HR 3221, that is waiting to be signed into law. The incentive is available to individuals who make less than $75000 and to couples who make less than $150000. Above these income levels ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/661019/First-time-buyer-credit">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-26:/commentary/2738080 2008-08-26T00:00:00Z DPAgroundswell President Bush signed HR 3221 Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 into law on July 30, 2008. Included in this bill was the elimination of down payment assistance (DPA) programs. Borrowers who are credit approved prior to October 1 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://savedpanow.typepad.com/dpagroundswell/2008/08/letter-publishe.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-26:/commentary/2737678 2008-08-26T00:00:00Z Picture Perfect San Diego Continued good news from the recently passed Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221). The Veterans Administration (VA) has temporarily increased the VA guaranty amount through December 31, 2008. American Flag ...<br /><br /><a href="http://pictureperfectsandiego.com/2008/08/26/zero-down-va-loans-up-to-697500-in-san-diego-county/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-26:/commentary/2737676 2008-08-26T00:00:00Z Drexel Dems Then, in April, the tax credits were added to the housing bill (HR 3221, amendment 4419). Again, however, Republican objection to the PAYGO provisions caused Democrats to strip title X from the bill. McCain missed all three relevant ...<br /><br /><a href="http://drexeldemocrats.blogspot.com/2008/08/john-mccains.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-25:/commentary/2730073 2008-08-25T00:00:00Z iContact: Top Real Estate Community Articles On July 31, the President signed into law HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, a sweeping, nearly 800-page housing law, unlike anything we’ve seen in a generation. Shrouded in controversy, the bill has a number of ...<br /><br /><a href="http://community.icontact.com/p/kirkthompson/newsletters/realestatemortgages/posts/new-housing-law-hr-3221">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-25:/commentary/2730075 2008-08-25T00:00:00Z Picture Perfect San Diego The recently passed Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221) has many nuts and bolts. Quite possibly the best part of the legislation is the new tax credit. This tax credit is for First Time Homebuyers (no ownership of a principal ...<br /><br /><a href="http://pictureperfectsandiego.com/2008/08/25/the-housing-and-economic-recovery-act-tax-credit/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-25:/commentary/2730704 2008-08-25T00:00:00Z Mortgage Knowledge at its BEST!!!! (Jeff Belonger) When it comes to HR 3221... by Mike Mueller An excellent explanation on the new bill that talks about so much. HUD IS INCAPABLE OF PROTECTING THE CONSUMER WITH RESPA REFORM by Lenn Harley A realtor who speaks hard core! ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/659296/Mortgage-Pro-Week-in">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-25:/commentary/2732592 2008-08-25T00:00:00Z North Shore Association of Realtors® Blog Recently, the National Association of Realtors® posted a good summary of key provisions of The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (Housing Stimulus Bill - HR 3221). Click here to see that link.<br /><br /><a href="http://northshorerealtors.blogspot.com/2008/08/key-provisions-housing-stimulus-bill.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-25:/commentary/3104823 2008-08-25T00:00:00Z Home Loans Albuquerque Blog thank you for contacting me about the down payment assistance provisions in the housing and economic recovery act of 2008 (hr 3221 ). i appreciate hearing from you. the down payment assistance provisions were originally in the house ...<br /><br /><a href="http://homeloansalbuquerque.com/WordPress/?p=27">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-25:/commentary/2840704 2008-08-25T00:00:00Z Real Estate Today The 2008 Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HERA), HR 3221, included a $16 billion package of tax incentives intended to facilitate refinancing and also to encourage first-time purchasers to come into the market. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://ronlwilson.blogspot.com/2008/08/hr-3221-housing-and-economic-recovery.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-25:/commentary/2730074 2008-08-25T00:00:00Z Mike&#39;s Mortgage Blog Congress passed and the President recently signed into law HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. There is a lot of good stuff in it, including all mortgage originators (including those that work at banks and credit ...<br /><br /><a href="http://mikeshore.wordpress.com/2008/08/25/a-7500-tax-refund-better-read-the-fine-print/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-25:/commentary/2727394 2008-08-25T00:00:00Z Untitled Hartnett Last week, President Bush signed into law, HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008," (PL 110-289). This legislation is the most far-reaching housing measure in almost 20 years. It contains many provisions to...<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.syracuse.com/opinion/2008/08/clinton_led_way_on_housing_ref.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-23:/commentary/2711559 2008-08-23T00:00:00Z Pakulla Professionals Blog On July 31, the President signed into law HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, a sweeping, nearly 800-page housing law, unlike anything we’ve seen in a generation. Shrouded in controversy, the bill has a number of ...<br /><br /><a href="http://pakullaproperties.featuredblog.com/?p=47">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-22:/commentary/2705980 2008-08-22T00:00:00Z Jeff&#39;s Blog On July 31, the President signed into law HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, a sweeping, nearly 800-page housing law, unlike anything we&#39;ve seen in a generation. Shrouded in controversy, the bill has a number of ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/654626/Homes-Money-Newsletter-3rd">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-22:/commentary/2705236 2008-08-22T00:00:00Z Multifamily and Mixed Use Development The long awaited housing bill has been enacted HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HERA) http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=110_cong_bills&amp;docid=f:h3221enr.txt.pdf is in reaction to the inaction of the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://womblemixedusedevelopment.blogspot.com/2008/08/saying-in-washington-goes-federal.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-22:/commentary/2705979 2008-08-22T00:00:00Z Almost Famous for Mortgages Bush signed into law the Housing Stimulus Bill HR 3221, as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. The focal point of the bill is a $7500. tax credit for eligible First Time Homebuyers. Call me, 727-698-7264, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://almostfamousformortgages.com/2008/08/22/uncle-sam-wants-you-to-buy-a-home/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-22:/commentary/2709984 2008-08-22T00:00:00Z LivingBlue While John McCain has trouble remembering how many multi-million-dollar condos and houses he owns, too many Michigan families are struggling to hold onto their only home. And people like Mike Rogers aren&#39;t helping. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://livcodemocrats.blogspot.com/2008/08/how-many-houses-do-you-own.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-22:/commentary/2706972 2008-08-22T00:00:00Z Exploring the solutions to your Surety... As the problems in the mortgage industry worsened, and the House started its work on a housing bill, HR 3221, it included some provisions from HR 1852 in its new bill, but not the new bond requirement. Instead, the House version of HR ...<br /><br /><a href="http://suretysolutions.typepad.com/exploring_the_solutions_t/2008/08/fha-bond-possibility.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-22:/commentary/2704527 2008-08-22T00:00:00Z Columbus Ohio real estate Finance is my weak point when it comes to real estate blogging and it is so important right now. Here&#39;s current events from an expert in the Worthington market. Although Michael is with Guernsey Bank in Worthington I have never met ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/653890/Housing-and-Economic-Recovery">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-22:/commentary/2734780 2008-08-22T00:00:00Z My Weblog HR 3221, the ???Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,??? passed the House on July 23, 2008, by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26, 2008, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President signed the bill on July 30, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://chancesjournal.typepad.com/my_weblog/2008/08/the-housing-sti.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-21:/commentary/2704124 2008-08-21T22:10:23Z Capital Gains and Games | Washington, Wall Street and Everything in Between I See A FY09 Deficit Of Nearly $600 b.  Since I made that preliminary forecast on August 15, several Wall Street analysts have pushed back saying I'm too high.  Here's why I disagree. Start With OMB's $482 b. FY09 Deficit.  Normally, I would star<br /><br /><a href="http://capitalgainsandgames.com/blog/pete-davis/465/600-b-4-gdp-deficit-looms-fiscal-2009">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-21:/commentary/2702590 2008-08-21T00:00:00Z Florida Mortgage Blogger President Bush signed HR 3221 Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 into law on July 30, 2008. Included in this bill was the elimination of downpayment assistance (DPA) programs. Borrowers who are credit approved prior to October 1, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/653407/Support-H-R-6694">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-21:/commentary/2702426 2008-08-21T00:00:00Z Capital Gains and Games - Washington, Wall... CBO&#39;s estimate of $25 b. over FY09 and FY10 for a possible GSE bailout under HR3221 was an expected value estimate. CBO stated that there was more than a 50% chance that no federal outlays would be expended under this authority, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.capitalgainsandgames.com/blog/pete-davis/465/600-b-4-gdp-deficit-looms-fiscal-2009">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-21:/commentary/2702425 2008-08-21T00:00:00Z Citizens Against Government Waste Stories The housing bailout bill that President Bush signed on July 23, 2008, HR 3221, is a $300 billion handout to home builders, mortgage companies who made bad loans and borrowers who took loans for homes they could not afford. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.cagw.org/site/News2?page=NewsArticle&amp;id=11572">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-21:/commentary/2701265 2008-08-21T00:00:00Z Basking Ridge &amp; Beyond...Your Real... The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, HR3221, that President Bush and Congress just enacted a couple of weeks ago can be a bit confusing. One of the most significant and timely part of the Act is the First Time Home Buyer Tax ...<br /><br /><a href="http://baskingridgeandbeyond.blogspot.com/2008/08/first-time-home-buyer-tax-credit.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-21:/commentary/2700495 2008-08-21T00:00:00Z Amber Salmon ~ Your Hometown Realtor On July 30, 2008, President Bush signed a major housing bill (HR 3221) into law. As part of the housing bill, Congress has created a new, temporary tax credit to provide an incentive for first-time homebuyers. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://ambersalmon.blogspot.com/2008/08/first-time-homebuyer-tax-credit.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-21:/commentary/2700137 2008-08-21T00:00:00Z UMD Libertarians 7/11/08 Vote 173: On the Motion: Motion to Disagree to the Amdts. of the House, Adding a New Title and Inserting a New Section, to the Amdt. of the Senate to HR 3221; Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 BHO Votes - Not Voting ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.umdlibertarians.org/everyone-complaining-about-congress-not-voting-mccain-hasnt-voted-since-april-8th/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-21:/commentary/3030464 2008-08-21T00:00:00Z Bob Alexander for Congress FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Claudia Kerbawy Phone: 517-367-7400 Email: info@alexanderforcongress.com Website: alexanderforcongress.com. East Lansing, MI- 8th District Democratic Nominee Bob Alexander has released a 5-minute YouTube ...<br /><br /><a href="http://alexanderforcongress.com/blog/2008/08/21/alexander-youtube-video-highlights-foreclosure-tragedy/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-21:/commentary/2702589 2008-08-21T00:00:00Z The Voter&#39;s Speakeasy Also on July 23, the House had a vote to pass HR 3221, the high profile housing assistance bill that contains many tax-related provisions and provisions addressing housing assistance and loan assistance programs. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://votesmart.org/blog/?p=286">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-20:/commentary/3119336 2008-08-20T12:50:28Z Capital Gains and Games | Washington, Wall Street and Everything in Between Washington is in a bailout mode following the Fed's bailout of Bear Stearns on March 14 and the Treasury's standby authority to bailout Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, codified in <strong class="keyword">H.R.3221</strong> enacted on July 30.  Is the auto <br /><br /><a href="http://capitalgainsandgames.com/blog/pete-davis/461/auto-bailout-too">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-20:/commentary/2696841 2008-08-20T00:00:00Z Superior School of Real Estate As part of its major housing legislation (HR 3221), Congress has created a tax credit to provide an incentive for first-time homebuyers. The $7500 credit will be available for the purchase of a principal residence on or after April 8, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.superiorschoolnc.com/blog/?p=37">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-20:/commentary/2697883 2008-08-20T00:00:00Z Sacramento Real Estate Blog I have heard several interpretations of the First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit that was wrapped into HR 3221. Not sure how reliable the information in this website is, but the National Association of Home Builders created a Q&amp;A website to ...<br /><br /><a href="http://sacramentorealestateblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/first-time-homebuyer-tax-credit.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-20:/commentary/2699326 2008-08-20T00:00:00Z Picture Perfect San Diego Part of the recently passed Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221) is the new Hope for Homeowners program. This is an FHA sponsored short-sale refinance intended to allow distressed homeowners keep owner occupied homes from going ...<br /><br /><a href="http://pictureperfectsandiego.com/2008/08/20/hope-for-homeowners/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-20:/commentary/3305800 2008-08-20T00:00:00Z Michael&#39;s Blog Washington has been busy lately. In one of the most rapidly approved bills in memory, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act was passed into law, and could have significant implications on the housing and mortgage industry. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/650687/Housing-and-Economic-Recovery-Act-HR-3221">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-20:/commentary/2771291 2008-08-20T00:00:00Z Michael&#39;s Blog Washington has been busy lately. In one of the most rapidly approved bills in memory, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act was passed into law, and could have significant implications on the housing and mortgage industry. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/650687/Housing-and-Economic-Recovery">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-20:/commentary/2750844 2008-08-20T00:00:00Z appraisalhomebiz.com HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* passed the House on July 23, 2008, by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26, 2008, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President signed the bill on July 30, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://nathangurley.typepad.com/appraisalhomebiz/2008/08/key-provisions.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-20:/commentary/2797754 2008-08-20T00:00:00Z Gordon Street Realty President Bush has signed HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. This will assist an estimated 400000 homeowners facing foreclosure by allowing them to refinance their current mortgages with a Federal Housing ...<br /><br /><a href="http://gordonstreetrealty.blogspot.com/2008/08/president-bush-sign-hr-3221.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-20:/commentary/2696840 2008-08-20T00:00:00Z ARIZONA real estate HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* passed the House on July 23, 2008, by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26, 2008, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President signed the bill on July 30, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://azrealestate.wordpress.com/2008/08/20/summary-of-key-provisions-of-hr-3221-the-housing-stimulus-bill-as-of-73008/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-20:/commentary/2696461 2008-08-20T00:00:00Z Cape Cod Home Finder HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* passed the House on July 23, 2008, by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26, 2008, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President signed the bill on July 30, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://capecodhomefinder.blogspot.com/2008/08/national-association-of-realtorssummary.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-19:/commentary/2692690 2008-08-19T00:00:00Z Mary Jo Schaffer, Bandera Texas Real Estate,... Congress passed, and the president signed into law, HR 3221 (the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008) at the end of July. This law has many provisions and it&#39;s not my intention to discuss them all. Here&#39;s a highlight of some of ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/649747/Finding-Opportunity-in-Changing">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-19:/commentary/2771290 2008-08-19T00:00:00Z Reno Real Estate Today Lifts FHA cap on reverse mortgages, allowing the FHA to insure reverse mortgages for as much as the full value of a home. Strengthens the existing mortgage originator licensing and registration system. HR3221 (full text) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.renorealestatetoday.com/my_weblog/2008/08/hr-3221-becomes.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-19:/commentary/2691165 2008-08-19T00:00:00Z The Mortgage Porter Yep...another bi-product of HR 3221, The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. We don&#39;t have the final figures yet...this should be coming out any time from HUD. The ceiling for FHA&#39;s upfront mortgage insurance will increase after ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mortgageporter.com/reportingfromseattle/2008/08/fha-mortgage--1.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-18:/commentary/2689627 2008-08-18T00:00:00Z California Real Estate Market Insight This proposal counters the legislation passed last week that puts an October 1st, 2008 cutoff for seller assisted down payment assistance programs under title II of the National Housing Act (HR 3221). HR 6694 calls the authorization of ...<br /><br /><a href="http://porchlightscott.wordpress.com/2008/08/18/hr-6694-the-fight-to-save-nehemiah/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-18:/commentary/2714390 2008-08-18T00:00:00Z Jonathan Torres: Social Pundit 95, 2, 4/10/08, On the Amendment S.Amdt. 4419 to S.Amdt. 4387 to HR 3221 (Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Tax Act of 2007) To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for the limited continuation of clean energy ...<br /><br /><a href="http://jonnytorres.wordpress.com/2008/08/18/hug-it-out/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-18:/commentary/2687271 2008-08-18T00:00:00Z Texas Home Buyers Blog On July 20,2008, President Bush signed a major housing bill (HR 3221) into law. As part of the housing bill, Congress has created a new, temporary tax credit to provide an incentive for first-time homebuyers. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://insidedfwhomedeals.wordpress.com/2008/08/18/first-time-homebuyer-tax-credit/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-17:/commentary/2685346 2008-08-17T00:00:00Z Aument &amp; Ramirez, the Blogging Realtors HR 3221: the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 The end of the Real Estate bubble, or just political lip-service? When I first read the new Housing Bill I was ecstatic, truly. I immediately called all my Real Estate cronies and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://jenniferaument.com/blog/?p=55">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-16:/commentary/2680131 2008-08-16T00:00:00Z Arizona Mortgage Guru Now, not only is the down payment requirements increasing, but HR3221 eliminates down payment assistance programs all together. I personally, don’t understand the reasoning behind this but then again it’s the government. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.azmortgageguru.com/summary-of-recent-changes-in-the-fha-loan-program/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-15:/commentary/2674614 2008-08-15T00:00:00Z Bernie&#39;s Blog HR 3221 increased the cap on MIP from 2.25% to 3%. Per FHA policy, FHA has filed the amount they want the cap to be with the Office of Management and Budget (reported to be between 2.25% and 3%, but closer to 3%). ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/643633/Everything-You-Need-to">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-15:/commentary/2676498 2008-08-15T00:00:00Z League of California Cities All Stories feed The recently signed Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, (HR 3221), is expected to help California&#39;s housing market. There is $3.9 billion designated for local governments for foreclosure and abandoned home assistance. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.cacities.org/index.jsp?displaytype=11&amp;story=27396">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-15:/commentary/2676499 2008-08-15T00:00:00Z SurvivalBlog.com Weeks later, Congress passed HR 3221, &quot;The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008.&quot; This allowed Congress to bail out the 400000 homeowners who are facing foreclosure, while saving Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae, the government-sponsored ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.survivalblog.com/2008/08/connecting_the_dots_on_our_fra.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-15:/commentary/2673964 2008-08-15T00:00:00Z Fannie Mae- Factiva Alerts The California Association of Realtors applauds President Bush&#39;s decision to sign HR 3221 into law. For the past several years, CAR and the National Association of Realtors have aggressively lobbied for Congress to pass numerous ...<br /><br /><a href="http://global.factiva.com/redir/default.aspx?p=sta&amp;napc=z&amp;ep=rss&amp;ft=g&amp;aid=9LIB000400&amp;ns=18&amp;fid=11174244&amp;fn=Fannie+Mae&amp;cat=w&amp;an=WC44315020080815e48f0000d">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-15:/commentary/2672568 2008-08-15T00:00:00Z MoveSmart.org While most news outlets have focused on the Fannie/Freddie bailout and the fund for FHA-insured re-structured loan pieces of the new housing bill (formally named “The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008“, HR 322), a number of the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://movesmart.org/WordPress/?p=101">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-15:/commentary/2674613 2008-08-15T00:00:00Z Richard&#39;s Real Estate Thoughts HR 3221 wipes out the ability for down payment assistance on an FHA loan starting October 1, 2008. Think you have till then? Think again. The Lenders are already not allowing DPA on the loans they are accepting. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/643574/When-it-comes-to">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-14:/commentary/2714389 2008-08-14T00:00:00Z San Antonio Mortgage News Aug. 14 (Bloomberg) -- First-time homebuyers, veterans, senior citizens and delinquent mortgage holders may benefit from the newly enacted housing bill. How well it will work may depend on regulators and your bank. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://satxmortgage.typepad.com/san_antonio_mortgage_news/2008/08/hr-3221-more-mortgage-news-for-seniors-struggling-home-owners-and-first-time-homebuyers.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-14:/commentary/2667469 2008-08-14T00:00:00Z Scott&#39;s Dollars and Sense Notice and Disclaimer: This is written and condensed from HR 3221, the &quot;Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,&quot; which was signed into law by President Bush 7-30-08. This particular section is relative to IRS tax code. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/641108/1st-Time-Home-Owner">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-14:/commentary/2671738 2008-08-14T00:00:00Z Mondo Visione The Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA) announced today that newly originated loans to borrowers in high cost areas as defined in the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (HR 3221) will qualify for ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mondovisione.com/index.cfm?section=news&amp;action=detail&amp;id=76466">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-13:/commentary/2663195 2008-08-13T00:00:00Z Safeguard Properties - All Client Alerts Included in the recently enacted Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, HR 3221 (content/view/2005/106/) was a $3.92 billion appropriation for grants to states and localities for the redevelopment of abandoned and foreclosed homes ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.safeguardproperties.com/index.php?option=com_content&amp;task=view&amp;id=2035&amp;Itemid=106">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-13:/commentary/2663751 2008-08-13T00:00:00Z Untitled For first time home buyers who thought owning a home was only a dream, the recently enacted legislation, HR 3221 will provide a tax credit of 10% of the home cost, but not to exceed $7500 which could now make your dream a reality. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/639730/FIRST-TIME-HOME-BUYER">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-13:/commentary/3082273 2008-08-13T00:00:00Z SUWANEE TALK! for first time home buyers who thought owning a home was only a dream, the recently enacted legislation, hr 3221, also known as the housing and economic recovery act of 2008, will provide a tax credit of 10% of the home cost, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/639730/H-R-3221-FIRST-TIME-HOME-BUYERS-TAX-CREDIT">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-13:/commentary/2679609 2008-08-13T00:00:00Z SUWANEE TALK! For first time home buyers who thought owning a home was only a dream, the recently enacted legislation, HR 3221 will provide a tax credit of 10% of the home cost, but not to exceed $7500 which could now make your dream a reality. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/639730/H-R-3221-FIRST">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-13:/commentary/2662314 2008-08-13T00:00:00Z The Mortgage Porter With the passage of HR 3221, the minimum required investment of a home buyer utilizing a FHA insured mortgage is increasing from roughly 3% to 3.5% effective October 1, 2008. You may think this sounds like small change, but with larger ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mortgageporter.com/reportingfromseattle/2008/08/fha-minimum-dow.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-12:/commentary/2659158 2008-08-12T00:00:00Z STEP FORWARD - Shriver Center On July 30 President Bush signed the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, HR 3221, passed by Congress in mid-July. But media coverage of the bill has largely focused on how it will help beleaguered homeowners facing foreclosure. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.povertylaw.org/2008/08/federal-home-foreclosure-bill-offers-aid-to-low-income-rental-housing-too/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-12:/commentary/3548322 2008-08-12T00:00:00Z Reverse Mortgage News Status of the HR 3221 housing bill and the proposed lending limits to increase. Many enhancements to the reverse mortgage program include higher lending limits, purchase eligibity, co-op properties, and more.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.allrmc.com/articles/Reverse_Mortgage_Components_-_HR_3221_Housing__Economic_Recovery_Act.php">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-12:/commentary/2657448 2008-08-12T00:00:00Z PR Avenue Press Release Newswire : Press Release San Diego, CA - August 12, 2008 (PRAvenueNW) - www.UsHousingMeltdown.org is announcing the release of its free online directory covering the multi-billion dollar housing rescue law (HR3221)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.pravenue.com/newsletter.asp?article=1254">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-12:/commentary/2657449 2008-08-12T00:00:00Z News from Access E* Headquarters Join NAMB Leadership for an exclusive “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008â€* Webinar Wednesday, August 13th at 2:00pm ET. Get the basics on the bill and what it means to you. Topics and panelists will include: ...<br /><br /><a href="http://aemheadquartersnews.blogspot.com/2008/08/free-namb-hr-3221-webinar.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-12:/commentary/2658201 2008-08-12T00:00:00Z Bernards San Ramon Valley Real Estate Blog If you are having problems meeting your current mortgage payments or if you know anybody in such a situation, this new legislation may offer a solution. At the end of July, a $300 billion housing rescue bill was signed into law aimed at ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.realtown.com/bernardg/blog/general-observations/hr-3221-the-economic-housing-recovery-act-2008-and-how-it-affects-you">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-12:/commentary/2658202 2008-08-12T00:00:00Z Mama, Did You Wear Combat Boots? In late July, President Bush signed “The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008â€*, HR 3221, into law (Public Law 110-289). This legislation is designed to help homeowners keep their existing homes and provide first-time buyers access ...<br /><br /><a href="http://kitchencombat.blogspot.com/2008/08/housing-law-provides-protection-for.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-12:/commentary/2658203 2008-08-12T00:00:00Z NE Houston Real Estate | Williams 4 Your Home The other features of HR 3221 Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 include:. Amount of Credit: 10% of cost of home, not to exceed $7500. Eligible Property: Any single-family residence (including condos, co-ops) that will be used as ...<br /><br /><a href="http://ne-houston-real-estate.williams4yourhome.com/?p=194">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-11:/commentary/2651806 2008-08-11T00:00:00Z FHA Mortgage Guide Nestled in HR 3221, or “The Housing &amp; Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* passed into law on July 30th, the Congress and the President set a date of October 1st for the elimination of down payment assistance, a financing option for many ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.fhaloanpros.com/2008/08/will-local-sales-fall-with-mortgage-reform/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-11:/commentary/2653279 2008-08-11T00:00:00Z The Crew Report Blog This year alone, Emerson (R, MO-8) voted against the Housing Reform and Energy Tax Credit Bill (HR 3221), Alternative Energy Tax Incentive Bill (HR 6049), the Unequal Pay Bill (HR 1338), and workplace safety legislation such as the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://trustno1-1.blogspot.com/2008/08/allen-for-congress-for-immediate.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-11:/commentary/2653769 2008-08-11T00:00:00Z Veterans Today - US Military Veterans VA... On July 30, 2008, the President signed HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. This circular explains the procedures for implementing Section 2201 of that Act, the “Temporary Increase in Maximum Loan Guaranty Amount for ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.veteranstoday.com/modules.php?name=News&amp;file=article&amp;sid=3410">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-11:/commentary/2654265 2008-08-11T00:00:00Z RonCaudle&#39;s Real Estate Weblog On July 30, President Bush signed HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act, into law. This legislation includes a provision barring the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) from insuring seller-funded ...<br /><br /><a href="http://roncaudle.wordpress.com/2008/08/11/house-members-work-to-revive-seller-funded-dpa/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-11:/commentary/2651805 2008-08-11T00:00:00Z The Mortgage Porter With the passing of HR 3221, Down Payment Assistance Programs will no longer be allowed with FHA mortgages as of October 1, 2008. DPA&#39;s such as Nehemiah, have been popular for helping home buyers come up with their down payment. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mortgageporter.com/reportingfromseattle/2008/08/down-payment-as.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-10:/commentary/2651807 2008-08-10T13:22:35Z Nationwide Mortgage Expert News At the end of July 2008, President Bush signed a bill into law (<strong class="keyword">H.R.3221</strong>) that will give thousands of first time home buyers nationwide a check for $7,500.00. This bill is clearly an effort to help<br /><br /><a href="http://wburress.wordpress.com/2008/08/10/first-time-home-buyers-can-receive-750000-tax-credit-on-home-purchase/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-10:/commentary/2645703 2008-08-10T00:00:00Z Digg / Political News / upcoming I watched with amazement on Wednesday, July 23, 2008, as our three Nevada Representatives in Congress just voted YEA in unison for the so-called “Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008. â€* The official title as amended of this legislation ...<br /><br /><a href="http://digg.com/politics/Carl_Bunce_for_Congress_Mother_of_all_Bailouts_H_R_3221">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-10:/commentary/2651349 2008-08-10T00:00:00Z KnowledgePlex: News: Affordable Housing... Jim McDermott: Passage of the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR 3221) today was hailed as major victory for the American people by Ways and Means Chairman Charles Rangel and Income Security and Family Support ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.knowledgeplex.org/news/2055741.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-10:/commentary/2649356 2008-08-10T00:00:00Z Secrets from Secret! University Note: Previously HR 3221 was the New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act. Omnibus energy legislation was enacted in HR6, which became Public Law 110-140 on 12/19/2007. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.americasmoneycenter.com/blog/2008/08/10/public-law-no-110-289-more/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-10:/commentary/2648172 2008-08-10T00:00:00Z Home Buying &amp; Selling Guide The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Part II It has been a few months since my first installment of this “seriesâ€* and it’s time for some very important updates on the current state of the mortgage market. This information will affect you in ...<br /><br /><a href="http://homebuysblog.com/2008/08/10/layman%E2%80%99s-information-on-hr-3221-foreclosure-prevention-act-of-2008/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-10:/commentary/2647170 2008-08-10T00:00:00Z Bob&#39;s Blog President Bush signed HR 3221 Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 into law on July 30, 2008. The bill included the elimination of downpayment assistance (DPA) programs. This eliminates any gift monies from an any interested party ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/634461/Support-Downpayment-Reform-H">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-08:/commentary/2647166 2008-08-08T00:00:00Z The Helpful Hands Foundation HR 3221: Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.thhf.org/blog/2008/08/hr-3221-foreclosure-prevention-act-of-2008/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-08:/commentary/2628765 2008-08-08T00:00:00Z Scoopit - all The recent Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221) established new protections for military homeowners. Under HR 3221, veterans will be entitled to nine months of mortgage protection once they have returned from active duty. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.scoopit.co.nz/story.php?title=Foreclosures-Skyrocketing-in-Military-Towns">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-08:/commentary/2680134 2008-08-08T00:00:00Z Terry &#39;s Mortgage Blog On July 30, 2008, President Bush signed into law HR 3221, the &quot;Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,&quot; a sweeping $300 Billion rescue plan to help struggling homeowners avoid foreclosure, and to boost confidence in the sluggish ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/631193/H-R-3221-Housing">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-07:/commentary/2619102 2008-08-07T00:00:00Z Mortgage Underwriter Guidelines The new housing recover act that was signed by President Bush is just jam packed with all kinds of great stuff. Well, maybe no all so great but indeed some of it I was unaware of. I had no idea it made changes to some of the Veteran ...<br /><br /><a href="http://mortgageguidelines.blogspot.com/2008/08/new-housing-law-hr-3221-va-impact.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-07:/commentary/2619135 2008-08-07T00:00:00Z NEW YORK STATE RURAL ADVOCATES budget-bulletin-vol-11-number-39-1. NRHC Budget Bulletin.<br /><br /><a href="http://ruraladvocates.wordpress.com/2008/08/07/summary-of-key-provisions-of-housing-and-economic-recovery-act-of-2008-hr-3221/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-07:/commentary/2619103 2008-08-07T00:00:00Z Sacramento Real Estate Blog On July 30th, President Bush signed HR 3221, also known as the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, into law. There are a ton of provisions in this legislation, not all of which are buyer-friendly. For example, the bill eliminates down ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.sacramento-home.com/real-estate-events/2008/7500-first-time-buyer-tax-credit-is-available-now_1224.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-07:/commentary/2619019 2008-08-07T00:00:00Z Doing My Part For The Left It would also give members of the armed forces returning from service more time before lenders could start foreclosure proceedings and one year of relief from rising interest rates. The motion passed 79-16. [HR 3221, Vote #157, 6/25/08] ...<br /><br /><a href="http://doingmypartfortheleft.com/2008/08/07/john-cornyns-cruel-summer/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-07:/commentary/2619087 2008-08-07T00:00:00Z Mortgage Broker Forums at Broker Outpost Questions regaurding this new bill - Last Post by: stevem911 on 08/07/2008 @ 09:31 AM.<br /><br /><a href="http://forum.brokeroutpost.com/loans/forum/2/235141.htm#1033565">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-07:/commentary/2619088 2008-08-07T00:00:00Z Realty Tribune The recent Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221) established new protections for military homeowners. Under HR 3221, veterans will be entitled to nine months of mortgage protection once they have returned from active duty. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://realtytribune.com/uncategorized/military-foreclosures-skyrocketing_215">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-07:/commentary/2619101 2008-08-07T00:00:00Z Mad Mortgage World Comment below! We want to know your thoughts! A special thanks to everyone that participated and listened in on this great call! Make a Difference: Digg Sphinn del.icio.us Facebook Mixx Google E-mail this story to a friend! ...<br /><br /><a href="http://madmortgageworld.com/2008/08/your-reaction-to-hr-3221-call/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-06:/commentary/2617091 2008-08-06T00:00:00Z Las Vegas Real Estate | Summerlin Homes... As we all should know by now, on July 30th, 2008 the President signed into law the Housing and Economic Recovery Act or HR 3221, otherwise known as the housing stimulus bill. Since my last post mentioning the Homeowners Relief Act and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://lasvegasrealestate4u.com/2008/08/06/housing-and-economic-recovery-act-of-2008/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-06:/commentary/2617649 2008-08-06T00:00:00Z Mother &amp; Daughter Blog FYI From the Nehemiah meeting today, here a couple of points that we should all be aware of - the massive affect this HR 3221 rule can create on top of the issues and crisis we are already in! 1. HUD is trying to get the minimum down ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/628589/Nehemiah-Down-Payment-Program">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-06:/commentary/2617650 2008-08-06T00:00:00Z LSNC Advocate Feed By now, based on the amount of press coverage the foreclosure-related provisions of the huge and historic Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (HR 3221, signed into law on July 30) have received, we know that the Act brings forth ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.lsnc.net/?p=995">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-06:/commentary/2614689 2008-08-06T00:00:00Z Mortgage Broker Forums at Broker Outpost Questions regaurding this new bill - Last Post by: Mandyvilla on 08/05/2008 @ 9:29 PM.<br /><br /><a href="http://forum.brokeroutpost.com/loans/forum/2/235141.htm#1031592">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-06:/commentary/2682389 2008-08-06T00:00:00Z Rob saves Orange County On July 30, 2008, President Bush signed HR 3221, otherwise known as the Housing and Recovery Act, making it Public Law # 110-289. This complex piece of Omnibus legislative art has many provisions. Some are good, some are bad, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://robsavesorangecounty.blogspot.com/2008/08/take-ride-on-magic-omnibus-impact-of-hr.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-06:/commentary/2617651 2008-08-06T00:00:00Z Adam Gallegos&#39;s Blog HR 3221, the &quot;Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,&quot; was signed by President Bush on July 30, 2008. It is a comprehensive and bipartisan bill that includes improved oversight of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, FHA modernization, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/628722/Plain-Speak-Summary-of">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-06:/commentary/2632791 2008-08-06T00:00:00Z The Mortgage Porter With the recent passage of HR 3221, people who have not owned a home for the last Unclesam 3 years may qualify for an interest free loan from Uncle Sam of up to $7500. Here&#39;s a quick skinny on how this works: ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mortgageporter.com/reportingfromseattle/2008/08/first-time-home.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-06:/commentary/2614906 2008-08-06T00:00:00Z Mortgage Broker Forums at Broker Outpost Questions regaurding this new bill - Last Post by: slants on 08/06/2008 @ 12:14 AM.<br /><br /><a href="http://forum.brokeroutpost.com/loans/forum/2/235141.htm#1031693">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-06:/commentary/2614907 2008-08-06T00:00:00Z KeNo&#39;s Housing and Economic Portal Take a Ride on the Magic Omnibus: Impact of HR 3221 on the FHA Program - (www.ml-implode.com) - &quot;On July 30, 2008, President Bush signed HR 3221, otherwise known as the Housing and Recovery Act, making it Public Law # 110-. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://kenoshousingportal.blogspot.com/2008/08/wednesday-august-6-housing-and-economic.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-06:/commentary/2615095 2008-08-06T00:00:00Z Implode-Explode Forums Subject: HR 3221. Title V Secure and Fair Enforcement Mtg Lic Act Posted: Wed Aug 06, 2008 12:27 pm (GMT 0) Topic Replies: 5 Saints be praised! Looks like the crooks in DC got something right. I received an email from the Texas Savings ...<br /><br /><a href="http://implode-explode.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=177511#177511">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-06:/commentary/2617086 2008-08-06T00:00:00Z StraightForward Financial President Bush signed HR 3221 Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 into law on July 30, 2008. Included in this bill was the elimination of downpayment assistance (DPA) programs. Borrowers who are credit approved prior to October 1, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://straightforwardfinancial.wordpress.com/2008/08/06/help-save-downpayment-assistance-programs-its-easy-and-quick/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-05:/commentary/2611583 2008-08-05T00:00:00Z The Mortgage Lender Implode-O-Meter (main... &quot;On July 30, 2008, President Bush signed HR 3221, otherwise known as the Housing and Recovery Act, making it Public Law # 110-289. This complex piece of Omnibus legislative art has many provisions. Some are good, some are bad, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://ml-implode.com/staticnews/2008-08-05_TakeaRideontheMagicOmnibusImpactofHR3221ontheFHAProgram.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-05:/commentary/2661035 2008-08-05T00:00:00Z Lance Whitaker&#39;s Weblog Allows condominium projects involving On July 30, 2008, President Bush signed HR 3221, otherwise known as the Housing and Recovery Act, making it Public Law # 110-289. This complex piece of Omnibus legislative art has many provisions. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://lancewhitaker.wordpress.com/2008/08/05/take-a-ride-on-the-magic-omnibus-impact-of-hr-3221-on-the-fha-program/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-05:/commentary/2649358 2008-08-05T00:00:00Z News from Access E* Headquarters NAMB opposed the elimination of DPA in HR 3221 and will work with members of Congress to reinstate this vital program that has helped so many Americans achieve the dream of homeownership. Stay tuned for more information on this bill and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://aemheadquartersnews.blogspot.com/2008/08/join-officials-from-hud-to-discuss-fha_05.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-05:/commentary/2649357 2008-08-05T00:00:00Z Florida Mortgage Blogger If you&#39;re finding it difficult to keep up with everything that&#39;s going on with HR 3221 - join the club! I attended the conference call and must admit that I&#39;ve been scouring the blogosphere trying to get all the colors on my HR 3221 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/627094/H-R-3221-Got">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-05:/commentary/3104822 2008-08-05T00:00:00Z The Mortgage Corner.org FORUM it is called hr 3221 which began its life as an energy bill. so how do we get from energy to housing rescue? by the way, it still contains energy legislation along with consumer credit legislation. do we really know what is contained in ...<br /><br /><a href="http://themortgagecorner.blogspot.com/2008/08/hr-3221-foreclosure-prevention-act-of.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-05:/commentary/2619104 2008-08-05T00:00:00Z REWIZARD President Bush had threatened to veto bill HR 3221, but changed his position at the 11th hour. The law was passed and will help many buyers and sellers in today&#39;s market. ï‚· Increased loan amounts for FHA and conforming loans — this may ...<br /><br /><a href="http://rewizards.blogspot.com/2008/08/hr-3221-simple-guide.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-05:/commentary/2615097 2008-08-05T00:00:00Z Untitled The Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221) was signed into law by President Bush on July 30. IAR President Kay Wirth said:This legislation and particularly the tax credit will help first-time homebuyers who have been on the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://rcolon92.wordpress.com/2008/08/05/first-time-homebuyer-tax-credit/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-05:/commentary/2615096 2008-08-05T00:00:00Z Public Law News Summary: On July 30, 2008, President Bush signed into law HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (the &quot;Act&quot;). This comprehensive bill includes the most far-reaching housing finance reform legislation of the past several ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.publiclawnews.com/public_law_news/2008/08/federal-housing.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-05:/commentary/2614685 2008-08-05T00:00:00Z Nashville, Brentwood and Franklin, Tennessee... Congress passed and President Bush signed the &quot;Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008&quot;, or the HR3221 bill as it is being referred to, this past week. Two especially interesting aspects of the bill are: 1- that the tax credit being ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.joannestaler.com/2008/08/05/the-housing-and-economic-recovery-act-of-2008-hr3221/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-05:/commentary/2612691 2008-08-05T00:00:00Z Kensington Financial Group, LLC. HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* passed the House on July 23, 2008, by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26, 2008, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President signed the bill on July 30, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://kfgloans.blogspot.com/2008/08/summary-of-key-provisions-of-hr-3221.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-05:/commentary/2611582 2008-08-05T00:00:00Z Huntington Beach Mortgage Oracle Over the last couple of days I have been reading through HR 3221; not an easy task, the Bill is 694 pages long and when printed it is 4â€* high. If you are interested in reading the entire Bill, a link has been placed at the bottom. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://hbmortgageoracle.wordpress.com/2008/08/05/summary-of-hr-3221-%E2%80%93-installment-1/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-04:/commentary/2614690 2008-08-04T22:23:29Z BlueGrassRoots Kentucky Republicans live in a fantasy world that puts anything dreamed up by J.R. Tolkien to shame ... that, he has a funny way of showing it: Voted NO on investing in homegrown biofuel. <strong class="keyword">H.R.3221</strong>: New Direction<br /><br /><a href="http://bluegrassroots.org/showDiary.do?diaryId=1925">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-04:/commentary/2607459 2008-08-04T00:00:00Z RealEstateRama TALLAHASSEE, FL - August 4, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) —Florida Housing Executive Director Steve Auger today commended the state’s congressional delegation on the passage of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (HR 3221), ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.realestaterama.com/florida-housing-commends-congress%E2%80%99-passage-of-hr-3221-the-most-comprehensive-legislation-to-address-the-housing-crisis/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-04:/commentary/2613121 2008-08-04T00:00:00Z Lawyers for Warriors HR 3221: Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008. Title II - Mortgage Foreclosure Protections for Servicemembers Section 201 - Sets forth a temporary increase, through December 31, 2008, in the maximum loan guaranty amount for certain ...<br /><br /><a href="http://lawyersforwarriors.blogspot.com/2008/08/servicemember-homeownership-protections.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-04:/commentary/2647172 2008-08-04T00:00:00Z earl&#39;s Blog SEC. 2113. CASH INVESTMENT REQUIREMENT AND PROHIBITION OF SELLER-FUNDED DOWN PAYMENT ASSISTANCE. (9) CASH INVESTMENT REQUIREMENT. (A) IN GENERAL- A mortgage insured under this section shall be executed by a mortgagor who shall have paid ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/623921/H-R-3221-Section">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-04:/commentary/2699325 2008-08-04T00:00:00Z The Mortgage Whistleblower On July 30, 2008, President Bush signed HR 3221, otherwise known as the Housing and Recovery Act, making it Public Law # 110-289. This complex piece of Omnibus legislative art has many provisions. Some are good, some are bad, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://whistleblower.ml-implode.com/?p=73">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-04:/commentary/2608389 2008-08-04T00:00:00Z Brian P.&#39;s Blog HR 3221 was signed into law by President Bush, is doing just that by abolishing down payment assistance as of October 1st. I am an advocate of down payment assistance programs such as The Nehemiah Program, but only to the extent that ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/625103/H-R-6694">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-04:/commentary/2647169 2008-08-04T00:00:00Z Realty World Heritage Blog HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* passed the House on July 23, 2008, by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26, 2008, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President signed the bill on July 30, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.realtyworldheritage.com/blog/?p=187">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-04:/commentary/2605862 2008-08-04T00:00:00Z Vivianne Rutkowski&#39;s Weblog On July 30, 2008, President Bush signed into law HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* a sweeping $300 Billion rescue plan to help struggling homeowners avoid foreclosure, and to boost confidence in the sluggish ...<br /><br /><a href="http://viviannerutkowski.wordpress.com/2008/08/04/housing-and-economic-recovery-act-of-2008/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-04:/commentary/3374730 2008-08-04T00:00:00Z Mad Mortgage World The HR-3221 Conference Call. Posted by Daniel. Brian Kludt and Daniel Martin unpack the Bill for a few minutes, talk about how to get the word out and build referral partner business, and discuss the coming content pieces built ...<br /><br /><a href="http://madmortgageworld.com/?p=236">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-03:/commentary/2613124 2008-08-03T00:00:00Z Cary Real Estate Blog-Mchenry County, Lake... HR 3221, the &quot;Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,&quot; passed the House on July 23, 2008, by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26, 2008, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President signed the bill on July 30, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/622650/Are-you-waiting-for">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-03:/commentary/2619134 2008-08-03T00:00:00Z rehava ~ Real Estate Store H R. 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* passed the House on July 23, 2008, by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26, 2008, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President signed the bill on July 30, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.rehava.com/things-to-do/national-association-of-realtors%C2%AE-summary-of-key-provisions-of-hr-3221-the-housing-stimulus-bill-as-of-73008">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-03:/commentary/2603023 2008-08-03T00:00:00Z wealthwithmortgage.com Currently, the recent passing of HR 3221 has left down payment assistance discontinued as of October 1, 2008. The Big Obstacle. Obviously down payment assistance was included in the recent housing bill because it has been the source of ...<br /><br /><a href="http://wealthwithmortgage.com/307/proposed-bill-might-save-down-payment-assistance-bill-hr-6694/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-03:/commentary/2615098 2008-08-03T00:00:00Z WC Varones Blog More recently, the House of Representatives passed the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (HR 3221), which will allow the FHA to extend loan guarantees to at-risk borrowers so they can refinance into viable mortgages. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://wcvarones.blogspot.com/2008/08/ellen-tauscher-congress-gone-wild.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-03:/commentary/2600544 2008-08-03T00:00:00Z rehava ~ Real Estate Store HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* passed the House on July 23, 2008, by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26, 2008, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President signed the bill on July 30, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.rehava.com/video-library/national-association-of-realtors%C2%AE-summary-of-key-provisions-of-hr-3221-the-housing-stimulus-bill-as-of-73008">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-02:/commentary/2596498 2008-08-02T00:00:00Z iContact: Top Real Estate Community Articles HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* passed the House on July 23rd by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26th, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President is expected to sign the bill on Tuesday, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://community.icontact.com/p/colonialtitle/newsletters/colonialtitle/posts/colonials-real-estate-update2">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-02:/commentary/2596497 2008-08-02T00:00:00Z Matt Costello&#39;s Blog The recent housing bill, HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 passed by Congress is a bit confusing. It is intended to spur home ownership while giving 1st time homebuyers a tax credit for purchasing a home. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://mcostello.featuredblog.com/?p=17">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-02:/commentary/2598116 2008-08-02T00:00:00Z Strategic Mortgage - Bill Kamboukos In the past two weeks, we have provided a great deal of information on HR 3221, The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. This bill will provide many provisions aimed at helping the housing market recover and include: a new FHA ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/621795/PROPOSAL-TO-REINSTATE-DOWN">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-02:/commentary/2598839 2008-08-02T00:00:00Z Chris Sato - Austin Real Estate National Association of REALTORS® Summary of Key Provisions of HR 3221 - The Housing Stimulus Bill (as of 7/30/08) HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€*..<br /><br /><a href="http://www.austinre.org/blog/505/The-Housing-Stimulus-Bill-as-of-7/30/08.htm">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-02:/commentary/2598838 2008-08-02T00:00:00Z SquareState.net - Front Page Amend to HR 3221, Vote 827, 8/4/07. * Musgrave voted against responsible drilling in Alaska in the National Petroleum Reserve (NPR-A). HR 6515, Vote 511, 7/17/08. * Musgrave voted against requiring oil companies to drill on 68 million ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.squarestate.net/diary/6297/letters-to-the-editors">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-02:/commentary/2597924 2008-08-02T00:00:00Z Kelly Smith&#39;s La Cresta, Santa Rosa... CAR applauds President Bush&#39;s decision today to sign HR 3221 into law. For the past several years, CAR and the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® have aggressively lobbied for Congress to pass numerous provisions found in this historic ...<br /><br /><a href="http://lacresta-murrieta-ca-real-estate.blogspot.com/2008/08/feds-offer-foreclosure-relief.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-01:/commentary/2595913 2008-08-01T13:20:59Z Playa Vista Home Sales - Weekly Newsletter Congratulations to Lisset and Dominique for closing on their first homes this week!  Welcome to the neighborhood! ... housing legislation, <strong class="keyword">H.R.3221</strong>, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008.”  This legislation<br /><br /><a href="http://playavistahomesales.com/newsblogpvhs/?p=28">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-01:/commentary/2593787 2008-08-01T00:00:00Z Atlanta Blog The House and Senate must read my blog, too, because they passed HR 3221 (“Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008â€*) and sent it to Bush for his signature, which he affixed on Wednesday. Man, the power of the press! ...<br /><br /><a href="http://atlantablog.wordpress.com/2008/08/01/bush-congress-read-atlantablog-pass-bill/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-01:/commentary/2593146 2008-08-01T00:00:00Z The Liberal Doomsayer Voting 272-152, the House sent the Senate a bill (HR 3221) that authorizes a standby taxpayer bailout of the private firms Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, allows up to 400000 mortgages to be reworked into government-backed loans, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://liberaldoomsayer.blogspot.com/2008/08/where-rubber-meets-road-8108.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-01:/commentary/2647173 2008-08-01T00:00:00Z Find Better Value Before this, on July 23, 2008, the House Committee on financial Services released an opinion on HR 3221. In reading through the document, it goes through all the painted benefits of the proposed legislation, however, it does not address ...<br /><br /><a href="http://findbettervalue.com/2008/08/01/hr-3221-passed-the-housing-corporate-tax-break-online-transaction-reporting-tax-increase-bill/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-01:/commentary/3374728 2008-08-01T00:00:00Z San Jose-Santa Clara County Real Estate UNCENSORED HR 3221 is intended to aid in stabilizing our economy, support first-time homeowners and provide mortgage relief for an estimated 400000 struggling homeowners. All this with a cost of $680 million over 10 years. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://sccrealestateuncensored.com/2008/hr3221-housing-economic-recovery-act/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-01:/commentary/2593144 2008-08-01T00:00:00Z The Product Guy HR 3221: A Hopeful New Housing Bill Thanks to the ink from Dubya’s pen, a new housing bill aimed at ending the current cyclical do...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.housingzone.com/blog/1290000529/post/170031017.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-08-01:/commentary/2595902 2008-08-01T00:00:00Z Dave &amp; Rick&#39;s Blog HR 3221 - Texas - Housing &amp; Economic Recovery Act - What it means to a Realtor? As you all know President Bush signed this very broad bill only two days ago (July 30) and I&#39;ve just now had a chance to really go through it. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/620862/HR-3221-Housing-Economic">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-31:/commentary/2584168 2008-07-31T01:10:00Z Real Estate Central Michigan Homeowners, Communities and Neighborhoods Will Benefit LANSING, Mich ... today. “The passage of <strong class="keyword">H.R.3221</strong> gives Michigan another strong and effective tool to advance<br /><br /><a href="http://www.centrumrealestate.com/foreclosure/2008/07/30/8950/housing-authority-praises-michigan-congressional-delegation-for-support-of-economic-recovery-act.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-31:/commentary/2617352 2008-07-31T00:00:00Z Illinois Academy of Real Estate HR 3221, the &quot;Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,&quot; passed the House on July 23, 2008, by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26, 2008, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President signed the bill on July 30, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.realtown.com/MikeFair/blog/legal-issues/housing-bill">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-31:/commentary/2587950 2008-07-31T00:00:00Z Implode-Explode Forums Why in the World would so many published HR 3221 Bills on the Web differ than any others. Oh well, I guess we will have to wait and see as they start unraveling the programs and start the endless webinar and seminar and conferences in ...<br /><br /><a href="http://implode-explode.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=174826#174826">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-31:/commentary/2587333 2008-07-31T00:00:00Z Utah&#39;s Real Estate Network On July 30, 2008 George Bush signed into law HR 3221, otherwise known as the Foreclosure Prevention Act. This bill essentially makes it harder to be a homeowner in the United States as one result of it is the removal of Down Payment ...<br /><br /><a href="http://theredsign.wordpress.com/2008/07/31/what-the-hr-3221-foreclosure-prevention-act-means-to-you/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-31:/commentary/2587332 2008-07-31T00:00:00Z Feldmanlawcenter&#39;s Weblog HR 3221, perhaps the most significant piece of housing-related legislation we have seen in recent years, implements necessary consumer protections while promoting stabilization of the current market and industry through reforms to the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://feldmanlawcenter.wordpress.com/2008/07/31/president-bush-signed-into-law-hr-3221-the-housing-and-economic-recovery-act-of-2008/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-31:/commentary/2586700 2008-07-31T00:00:00Z The Hill Blog The National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) praises both Congress for passing HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* and the President for signing it into law. NAMB believes this bill will provide necessary ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.thehill.com/2008/07/31/housing-bill-provides-necessary-reform/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-31:/commentary/2586699 2008-07-31T00:00:00Z Untitled NOTE: This bill was appended to the end of an omnibus bill HR 3221, which passed the House 241-172 and Gerlach voted in favor of HR 3221. Republicans voted 26-163 (Vote # 832, 8/4/07). For a Second Time, Gerlach Voted Against Bill that ...<br /><br /><a href="http://ccdemocrats.com/?p=363">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-31:/commentary/2586698 2008-07-31T00:00:00Z CMLawLibraryBlog HR 3221 Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, signed Wed., July 30th, Public Law 110-289, is now available - as Enrolled or Typeset. See NeighborWorks’ Summary of the new legislation and link to Senate Statement and summary . ...<br /><br /><a href="http://cmlawlibraryblog.classcaster.org/blog/government_information_and_news/2008/07/31/on_the_foreclosure_front_-_hr_3221_signed">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-31:/commentary/2585796 2008-07-31T00:00:00Z InsureReinsure.Com | The Insurance &amp;... Last week, the US Senate passed HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, which provides measures to shore up Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and the Federal Home Loan Banks, and provides relief to thousands of homeowners facing ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.insurereinsure.com/BlogHome.aspx?entry=852">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-31:/commentary/2585795 2008-07-31T00:00:00Z Roth &amp; Company, PC HR 3221 will required credit-card companies and online payment processors like PayPal to make 1099 reports to vendors recieving remittances over $10000. This new rule takes effect starting in 2011. The Wall Street Journal describes the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.rothcpa.com/archives/003870.php">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-31:/commentary/2585791 2008-07-31T00:00:00Z Athens GA Area Homes; Ideas for Buyers and Sellers HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* passed the House on July 23, 2008, by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26, 2008, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President signed the bill on July 30, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://yourathensgarealtor.blogspot.com/2008/07/summary-of-key-provisions-of-hr-3221.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-31:/commentary/2584827 2008-07-31T00:00:00Z MoveSmart.org While most news outlets have focused on the Fannie/Freddie bailout and the fund for FHA-insured re-structured loan pieces of the new housing bill (formally named “The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008“, HR 322), a number of the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://movesmart.org/WordPress/?p=82">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-31:/commentary/2584504 2008-07-31T00:00:00Z Information Technology News FOXBusinessSummary of Key Provisions of HR 3221 - The Housing Stimulus Bill ...seattlepi.com Microsoft blog - 4 hours agoHR 3221, the &quot;Housing and Economic Recovery Act.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.itnewz.net/HR-News/summary_of_key_provisions_of.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-31:/commentary/2601345 2008-07-31T00:00:00Z David&#39;s Blog Reverse mortgage originators have been anxiously anticipating the Bill which gives HECM&#39;s a national loan limit of $417000 and a max of $625000 in high cost areas. HR 3221 also includes the following:. Home Purchase product authority. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/618201/H-R-3221-Finally">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-31:/commentary/2601344 2008-07-31T00:00:00Z Wichita Falls Real Estate Blog Many people have been asking me about what all House Bill HR 3221 does for the Real Estate sector...see below for a detailed overview. If you would like more explanation, please call me at 940.691.7355 or email at ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/617996/HR-3221-Passes-1st">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2579576 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z Business Today, President Bush signed HR 3221 into law which has many significant effects on homeowners. The Bill, in its final form, covered a number of subjects that Congress had been trying to resolve from the modernization of FHA, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.huliq.com/65361/senior-homeowners-and-sweeping-measure-signed-law-hr-3221">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2578338 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z The Fighting 29th President Bush signed into law HR 3221, the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008. As you all know, we&#39;ve been watching for quite a while as the mortgage and housing markets have imploded. [...] There was a 15% decrease in home sales ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.fighting29th.com/2008/07/massa-press-conference-foreclosure-prevention.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/3374732 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z from Reason to Freedom - Think for Yourself! HR 3221 also takes another troubling step toward the creation of surveillance state by creating a Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry. This federal database will contain personal information about anyone wishing to work as ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.reasontofreedom.com/rp_speach/statement_housing_bill_hr_3221_us_rep_ron_paul.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2966241 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z 186 k per second You know the â€* Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008″ is bad when the “Clean Boating Actâ€* gets top billing. So where is the reward for all the homeowners who have been paying their mortgage? I guess it’s ok for democrats to aid<br /><br /><a href="http://186kpersecond.com/blog/2008/07/30/bush-signs-huge-mortgage-bailout-bill-hr-3221/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2999130 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z Reverse Mortgage News Today, President Bush signed HR 3221 into law which has many significant effects on homeowners. The Bill, in its final form, covered a number of subjects that Congress had been...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.allrmc.com/articles/Senior_Homeowners_and_the_Sweeping_Measure_Signed_into_Law_(HR_3221).php">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2577132 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z Law Librarian Blog President Bush signed HR 3221, The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, into law today despite his opposition to the Act&#39;s inclusion of nearly $4 billion in grants for local governments to buy and refurbish foreclosed properties. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://lawprofessors.typepad.com/law_librarian_blog/2008/07/bush-signs-hr-3.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2577133 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z Mortgages For Everyone The Senate has passed a version of Housing Bill (HR) 3221, after a 72-13 vote on Saturday, July 26, and the bill is now headed to the White House for the president’s signature. The Comprehensive Housing Rescue Bill will provide the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mortgages-for-everyone.com/news/what-are-the-benefits-of-hr-3221/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2577134 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z Latest Activity on 12.160MHz Keisha Keisha replied to the discussion 1. Oppose HR 3221 — A Huge Bailout for Bad Loans.<br /><br /><a href="http://snardfarker.ning.com/xn/detail/2142922:Comment:43892">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2577136 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z Populist Party of America HR 3221 also takes another troubling step toward the creation of surveillance state by creating a Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry. This federal database will contain personal information about anyone wishing to work as ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.populistamerica.com/end_the_fannie_freddie_fraud">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2577138 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z Mortgage Information The “Housing Assistance Tax Act if 2008″ — the tax title of HR 3221, the housing train wreck that the President is about to sign — makes makes the IRS the lender of first resort for “first time homebuyersâ€* by providing a stran<br /><br /><a href="http://wp02.miomia.net/wp02/2008/2762.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/3190126 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z Veronica&#39;s Blog Yesterday I wrote a blog about HR 3221. Today I corrected some of the information in that blog but thought since some of you have already viewed it, I should also post a correction separately. I took my information for the Library of ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/616819/Correction-to-blog-on-HR-3221">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2577172 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z SENATUS President Bush has signed the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221), Politico reports. The bill could potentially help some 400000 individuals avoid foreclosure on their homes by allowing them to refinance their mortgage ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatus.wordpress.com/2008/07/30/president-signs-housing-bill/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2578335 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z Breckenridge Real Estate HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* passed the House on July 23, 2008, by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26, 2008, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President signed the bill on July 30, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.buyingbreckenridge.com/index.php/2008/07/30/summary-of-key-provisions-of-hr-3221-the-housing-stimulus-bill-as-of-73008/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2578775 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z Roth &amp; Company, PC Once some clever tax committee staff member comes up with a tax increase idea, it tends to pop up in bill after bill until it passes. One of these ideas graduates to the tax law in the Fannie Mae bailout bill, HR 3221. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.rothcpa.com/archives/003866.php">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2584167 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z Remax Park creek / Paulo Rodrigues Blog HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* passed the House on July 23, 2008,by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26, 2008, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President signed the bill on July 30, 2008. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.merchantcircle.com/blogs/Remax.Parkcreek.954-274-9261/2008/7/Housing-and-Economic-Recovery-act-2008./101340">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2581380 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z Joe&#39;s Blog In the back of this bill is a provision that gives first time buyer a $7500 tax credit if they buy a home. There are income limitations and a recapture program over 15 years. This is in effect a $7500 tax free loan for a first time ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/617074/HR-3221-Foreclsoures-relief">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2581379 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z Debt Restructuring - Mortgage Loan How to The US passed HR 3221. The bill, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act, represents the most comprehensive response yet to the American mortgage crisis, and will help families facing foreclosure keep their homes, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://debt-restructuring.blogspot.com/2008/07/housing-and-economic-recovery-act-of.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2581377 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z Digg / upcoming When the President signed the American Housing Rescue &amp; Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (HR 3221) into law on July 30, he also approved a provision HIDDEN DEEP in the LEGISLATION to increase the national debt ceiling by $800 billion ...<br /><br /><a href="http://digg.com/politics/HR_3221_Foreclosure_Prevention_Act_2008_SECRETLY_raises_DEBT">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2578336 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z Livingston Living We have just received word that President Bush has signed the Housing Stimulus Bill also known as the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 or HR 3221. The National Association of REALTORS has released a summary of the Key ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.livingstonliving.com/2008/07/housing-stimulus-bill-or-hr-3221.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2580412 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z What&#39;s New in Real Estate? HR 3221, the &quot;Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,&quot; passed the House on July 23, 2008, by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26, 2008, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President signed the bill on July 30, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/616660/Housing-and-Economic-Recovery">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2580411 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z Louisville Homes Blog Today, President Bush signed the recently-passed housing legislation (HR 3221) into law. This first-time homebuyer tax credit is now in effect. What does that mean for first-time homebuyers here in Louisville, Kentucky? ...<br /><br /><a href="http://louisvillehomesblog.com/2008/07/30/first-time-homebuyer-gets-tax-credit-relief/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2580410 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z Untitled One of these bills, HR 3221, the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, was signed into law by President Bush on July 30, 2008. This bill contains provisions to help thousands of homeowners avoid foreclosure, as well as provisions to ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.nick.org/2008/07/senator_murray_responds.php">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2580409 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z Veronica&#39;s Blog Yesterday I wrote a blog about HR 3221. Today I corrected some of the infromation in that blog but thought since some of you have already viewed it, I should also post a correction separately. I took my information for the Library of ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/616819/Correction-to-blog-on">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2580407 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z Pasadena Real Estate HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* passed the House on July 23, 2008, by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26, 2008, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President signed the bill on July 30, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://realestateworks.com/hr-3221-the-%E2%80%9Chousing-and-economic-recovery-act-of-2008%E2%80%9D/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2580405 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z Safeguard Properties - All Client Alerts President Bush has signed (http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,394304,00.html) Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, HR 3221. Following are key components of the new legislation (provided by National Council of State Housing ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.safeguardproperties.com/index.php?option=com_content&amp;task=view&amp;id=2005&amp;Itemid=106">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2579579 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z The 24 - Real Estate Blog HR 3221, the &quot;Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008&quot;, passed the House on July 23rd by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July26th, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. the President is expected to sign the bill on Tuesday, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blogx3.com/index.php/2008/07/30/national-association-of-realtorsr-summar?blog=1">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/commentary/2579578 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z Sacramento Real Estate Blog As of this morning, President Bush has signed HR 3221. Also this morning, I got an email from the Nehemiah Corporation urging people to save Non-Profit Downpayment Assistance Programs by contacting your local representatives and asking ...<br /><br /><a href="http://sacramentorealestateblog.blogspot.com/2008/07/its-official-president-bush-signs-hr.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-29:/commentary/2584169 2008-07-29T20:00:24Z Minnesota Council on Foundations Blog - Philanthropy Potluck Photo by U.S. Geological Survey Earlier this month, ... that the Senate passed the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (<strong class="keyword">H.R.3221</strong>) without<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.mcf.org/2008/07/29/disaster-relief-legislation/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-29:/commentary/2573182 2008-07-29T00:00:00Z Veronica&#39;s Blog There seems to be quite alot of information floating around on blogs about HR 3221 AKA the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008. I urge you all to read the specifics of this bill by going to the web site for the Library of Congress. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/615387/H-R-3221">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-29:/commentary/2767961 2008-07-29T00:00:00Z All Government Mortgage Loans HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008″, passed the House on July 23rd by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July26th, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. the President is expected to sign the bill on Tuesday, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://goviegovernmenthomeloanprograms.wordpress.com/2008/07/30/national-association-of-realtors%C2%AE-summary-of-key-provisions-of-hr-3221-the-housing-stimulus-bill-as-of-72808-complete-with-my-02-to-make-sense-of-it-all/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-29:/commentary/2576303 2008-07-29T00:00:00Z Scott &#39;s Blog HR 3221, the &quot;Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008&quot;, passed the House on July 23rd by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July26th, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. the President is expected to sign the bill on Tuesday, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/615855/National-Association-of-REALTORS">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-29:/commentary/2576295 2008-07-29T00:00:00Z Civilized Revolt The Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac crisis led to desperate government measures to bail out the housing industry. Nobody who has lived since the overthrow of free-market economics would be surprised that the multi-billion dollar bailout ...<br /><br /><a href="http://civilizedrevolt.com/?p=227">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-29:/commentary/2576294 2008-07-29T00:00:00Z California Real Estate Market Insight Normal 0. false false false. EN-US X-NONE X-NONE. MicrosoftInternetExplorer4. /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:â€*Table Normalâ€*; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; ...<br /><br /><a href="http://porchlightscott.wordpress.com/2008/07/30/national-association-of-realtors%C2%AE-summary-of-key-provisions-of-hr-3221-the-housing-stimulus-bill-as-of-72808/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-29:/commentary/2573181 2008-07-29T00:00:00Z Blog of Craig&#39;s Arizona HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* passed the House on July 23rd by a vote of 272-152. The Senate must now approve the language adopted by the House. The Senate is expected to approve the bill on Friday, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.craigsarizona.com/?p=160">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-29:/commentary/2572310 2008-07-29T00:00:00Z Ron&#39;s Blog The recent housing bill, HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 passed by Congress is a bit confusing. It is intended to spur home ownership while giving 1st time homebuyers a tax credit for purchasing a home. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/615268/H-R-3221-TAX">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-29:/commentary/2571632 2008-07-29T00:00:00Z pomtalk Motivated by the recent Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac crisis, Congress passed the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221) on Saturday. The act is regarded as the most significant housing legislation in decades and is designed to ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.pomtalk.com/pomtalk/2008/07/congress-passes.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-29:/commentary/2571631 2008-07-29T00:00:00Z Kooks In Suits HR 3221 allocates $180 million in “pre-foreclosure counselingâ€*. Remember now, this in no way helps people whose homes are already in, or have gone through, foreclosure. At least those who were able to hold out this long will get ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.kooksinsuits.com/2008/07/29/test-pattern-57-whos-in-your-wallet/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-29:/commentary/2571630 2008-07-29T00:00:00Z All Sewn Up I put this under Academia, because the American people urgently need to know what our lovely Congress has done to us, yet again! On Saturday, Harry Reed called a special session of the Senate to vote on this bill. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.allsewnup.com/2008/07/29/hr-3221-bill/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-29:/commentary/2570992 2008-07-29T00:00:00Z Roth &amp; Company, PC So houses aren&#39;t selling. Congress has passed a monstrosity to prop up the housing market and the two great tottering accounting gamesters, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. How does Congress solve the glut of housing? ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.rothcpa.com/archives/003858.php">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-29:/commentary/2570632 2008-07-29T00:00:00Z Tenth Amendment Center HR 3221 also takes another troubling step toward the creation of surveillance state by creating a Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry. This federal database will contain personal information about anyone wishing to work as ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.tenthamendmentcenter.com/2008/07/29/freddie-and-fannie-bailout-expensive-to-taxpayers-and-destructive-of-liberty/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-29:/commentary/2570627 2008-07-29T00:00:00Z Slobokan&#39;s Site O&#39; Schtuff HR 3221 allocates $180 million in “pre-foreclosure counselingâ€*. Remember now, this in no way helps people whose homes are already in, or have gone through, foreclosure. At least those who were able to hold out this long will get ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.slobokan.com/archives/2008/07/29/test-pattern-57-whos-in-your-wallet/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-29:/commentary/2569703 2008-07-29T00:00:00Z Videos Auto Moto Subject: HR 3221 To: Rep. Gene Taylor July 28, 2008 You people are just amazing. Do you have a clue? How do I and my family get a piece of the pie? I pay my mortgage even though it’s almost doubled because of insurance; ...<br /><br /><a href="http://videoautomoto.free.fr/index.php/the-forgotten-man-letters-to-leaders-hr-3221/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-29:/commentary/2569505 2008-07-29T00:00:00Z Roth &amp; Company, PC The &quot;Housing Assistance Tax Act if 2008&quot; -- the tax title of HR 3221, the housing train wreck that the President is about to sign -- makes makes the IRS the lender of first resort for &quot;first time homebuyers&quot; by providing a strange new .<br /><br /><a href="http://www.rothcpa.com/archives/003855.php">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-29:/commentary/2569222 2008-07-29T00:00:00Z Orange-County-Home.Net A. Summary of the “Federal Housing Finance Regulatory Reform Act of 2008″ This legislation strengthens and modernizes the regulation of the housing government-sponsored enterprises – Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (the enterprises) and the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://orange-county-home.net/?p=149">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2593147 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z Louisiana Modular Homes HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 July 28th, 2008 by Jeff Daley HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* passed the House on July 23rd by a vote of 272-152. The Senate must now approve the language ...<br /><br /><a href="http://louisiana-modularhomes.com/louisianamodularhomes/hr-3221-the-housing-and-economic-recovery-act-of-2008/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2564788 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z RatTube Rat Says: Get off the entertainment grid people, all they are filling you with is their filth. Keep your internet broadband, take up gardening (farming) and join a gun club. donharrold. 00:05:07.<br /><br /><a href="http://rattube.com/blog1/2008/07/28/hr-3221-and-the-housing-bailout-solution/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2564619 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z The Conservative Reader In reference to my post on Saturday regarding HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008″, I discovered a site where there is a copy of the Congressional Budget Office Cost Estimate for HR 3221. Over the next ten years, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://conservativereader.net/wordpress/2008/07/28/follow-up-on-the-housing-bill/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2564618 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z Don&#39;t Mess With Taxes The Senate worked overtime on the bill, HR 3221, this weekend, approving it on Saturday by a 72-to-13 margin. The surprisingly easy passage came after pre-vote posturing and threats to hold up the legislation that aims to help out some ...<br /><br /><a href="http://dontmesswithtaxes.typepad.com/dont_mess_with_taxes/2008/07/housing-bill-al.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2564617 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z Latest Activity on 12.160MHz Mogo Mogo replied to the discussion 1. Oppose HR 3221 — A Huge Bailout for Bad Loans.<br /><br /><a href="http://snardfarker.ning.com/xn/detail/2142922:Comment:42827">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2564480 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z Lobotero&#39;s Info Ink HR 3221 also takes another troubling step toward the creation of surveillance state by creating a Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry. This federal database will contain personal information about anyone wishing to work as ...<br /><br /><a href="http://lobotero.wordpress.com/2008/07/28/fannie-freddie-fraud/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2576352 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z Automobile Magazine Forums Congress Passes Massive Housing Bill Last week the House and Senate passed HR 3221, the &quot;Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008.&quot; This legislation contains a number of victories for REALTORS® and American homeowners including GSE ...<br /><br /><a href="http://forums.automobilemag.com/70/6899258/the_drive_in/congress_passes_massive_housing_bill">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2569704 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z Conservatives for Corker HR3221:. A bill to provide needed housing reform and for other purposes. Votes by Senator. Name, Voted. Sen. Daniel Akaka [D, HI], Aye. Sen. Lamar Alexander [R, TN], Aye. Sen. Wayne Allard [R, CO], Abstain. Sen. John Barrasso [R, WY] ...<br /><br /><a href="http://conservativesforcorker.blogspot.com/2008/07/hr3221corker-holds-tough-alexander-well.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/3203304 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z Rummy&#39;s Blog HR 3221, the "Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008," passed the House on July 23rd by a vote of 272-152. The Senate must now approve the language adopted by the House. The Senate is expected to approve the bill on Friday, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/612841/Congress-passes-FHA-and-GSE-Bill">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/3105056 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z Fiscons hr 3221, the american housing rescue and foreclosure prevention act, passed the senate saturday morning by a vote of 72 (y) to 13 (n). here are the 13 “nayâ€* votes in the senate, all republicans:. barrasso (r-wy) coburn (r-ok) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://fiscalconservatives.wordpress.com/2008/07/28/housing-bill-passes/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2590425 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z mutual of omaha bank 1st national bank... housing rescue bill hr 3221- housing Real DMINISTRATION - Senate Update 3221 Housing - Prevention Bill - Foreclosure -- or Blog rescue - how hr be Bill of - Kanjorski Rescue OpenCongress 3221, results - housing of text 3221 2008 HR ...<br /><br /><a href="http://journals.aol.com/brandievideo26/mutual-of-omaha-bank-1st-nationa/entries/2008/07/28/housing-rescue-bill-hr-3221/514">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2566819 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z The Freedom Fellowship YouTube - HR 3221 and the Housing Bailout Solution.<br /><br /><a href="http://thefreedomfellowship.blogspot.com/2008/07/hr-3221-and-housing-bailout-solution.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2569213 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z RevolutionRadio.org HR 3221 also takes another troubling step toward the creation of surveillance state by creating a Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry. This federal database will contain personal information about anyone wishing to work as ...<br /><br /><a href="http://revolutionradio.org/2008/07/28/the-fannie-freddie-fraud/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2569212 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z Iowa members of the John Birch Society Oppose HR 3221 — A Huge Bailout for Bad Loans. HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, was passed by the House 272-152 on Wednesday, July 23, 2008. The Senate is expected to vote on the housing bill ...<br /><br /><a href="http://iowajohnbirchsociety.spaces.live.com/blog/cns!BF3D1FEAA8685016!2139.entry">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2569211 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z Orange-County-Home.Net A. Summary of the “Federal Housing Finance Regulatory Reform Act of 2008â€* This legislation strengthens and modernizes the regulation of the housing government-sponsored enterprises – Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (the enterprises) and the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://orange-county-home.net/?p=147">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2569210 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z Laura Clay: Your Eastern North Carolina... Wednesday, July 23, 2008 (Roll Call #519) the US House of Representatives passed HR 3221; The Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008; 272-152, 11 not voting. Shortly thereafter on Saturday July 26, 2008 (Roll Call #186) the US Senate passed ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/614039/The-Foreclosure-Prevention-Act">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2567327 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z Tax News The Senate, on July 26, passed the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (HR 3221) by a vote of 72 to 13. The comprehensive housing legislation contains a $15.1 billion tax package, the Housing Assistance Tax Act of 2008, that is fully ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.centerfortaxstudies.com/blog/taxnews/2008/07/28/senate_gives_final_approval_to_housing_l">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2567326 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z Latest Activity on 12.160MHz ed ed replied to the discussion 1. Oppose HR 3221 — A Huge Bailout for Bad Loans.<br /><br /><a href="http://snardfarker.ning.com/xn/detail/2142922:Comment:43109">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2567325 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z RANWC Government Affairs HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* passed the House on July 23rd by a vote of 272-152. The Senate must now approve the language adopted by the House. The Senate is expected to approve the bill on Friday, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://ranwcgovernmentaffairs.blogspot.com/2008/07/hr-3221.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2567324 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z MyNewPlace Blog This morning we reported that the Senate had passed HR 3221, sending the housing rescue plan to the White House, which is expected to sign the bill into law in short order. Below, we will dig a little deeper into some of the provisions ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mynewplace.com/blog/2008/07/28/apartment-rental-news-top-story-hr-3221/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2566823 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z Northern Michigan Real Estate...and beyond. HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* passed the House on July 23rd by a vote of 272-152. The Senate must now approve the language adopted by the House. The Senate is expected to approve the bill on Friday, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://kimkihnke.blogspot.com/2008/07/housing-and-economic-recovery-act-of.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2566822 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z CALIFORNIA CENTRAL VALLEY HOME SEARCHES HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* passed the House on July 23rd by a vote of 272-152. On Saturday, July 26th, the Senate passed the bill by a vote of 72-13. The President is expected to sign the bill on Tuesday, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://atatarian.wordpress.com/2008/07/28/gse-fha-reform-of-2008/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2566821 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z amicable The US Senate has passed an amended HR 3221, a current . Monday, July 28, 2008. The US House of Representatives has passed HR 3221, . York says the need for a rescue plan for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac gave the market and bring real ...<br /><br /><a href="http://deckergraej.blogspot.com/2008/07/new-housing-bill.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2566324 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z MyNewPlace Blog The Senate, working on a Saturday to finish business before their month long August recess, passed the newly expanded HR 3221 by a 72-13 vote. The bill passed the House this past Wednesday and since no new amendments were added, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mynewplace.com/blog/2008/07/28/apartment-rental-news-top-story-federal-housing-rescue-heads-to-the-white-house/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2566323 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z MotorTrend Magazine Forums Congress Passes Massive Housing Bill Last week the House and Senate passed HR 3221, the &quot;Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008.&quot; This legislation contains a number of victories for REALTORS® and American homeowners including GSE ...<br /><br /><a href="http://forums.motortrend.com/70/6899258/the_drive_in/congress_passes_massive_housing_bill">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2566322 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z PORT☆CITY☆UNDERGROUND After nearly a year in the sausage factory, HR 3221 has cleared both houses and is headed for the White House. But the bill, now known as a housing bill under the title of the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 Housing and Economic ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.portcityunderground.com/?p=2553">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2566321 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z Congressman Mike Honda: On the Issues The American Housing Rescue &amp; Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR 3221) will help families facing foreclosure keep their homes, help other families avoid foreclosure in the future, and help the recovery of communities harmed by empty homes ...<br /><br /><a href="http://mikehonda.blogspot.com/2008/07/supporting-homeownership-and-affordable.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2565833 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z Roth &amp; Company, PC While the Tax Update took a brief vacation, tax charlatans and Congress (but I repeat myself) didn&#39;t. Congress passed a misguided and futile housing relief bill full of tax favors to special interests disguised as help for you. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.rothcpa.com/archives/003854.php">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2565633 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z Rummy Dhanoa&#39;s Blog HR 3221, the &quot;Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,&quot; passed the House on July 23rd by a vote of 272-152. The Senate must now approve the language adopted by the House. The Senate is expected to approve the bill on Friday, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/612864/Congress-passes-FHA-and">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2565632 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z The Wichita NAACP Blog Specifically the bill, HR 3221, the &quot;Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008&quot; takes a number of crucial steps in the right direction to address a housing and financial crisis that is of profound concern to the NAACP communities ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.wichitanaacpblog.com/2008/07/crucial-naacp-supported-house.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2565631 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z Daily Kos By the way, the procedural history of HR 3221 is fascinating. If you have no life, that is. Did you know that the bill started off as an energy bill, passed the House in August 2007, but never passed in the Senate? ...<br /><br /><a href="http://feeds.dailykos.com/~r/dailykos/index/~3/348479994/1727">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2564791 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z GINNY&#39;s Blog After months of negotiations and an initial veto threat by the White House, HR 3221, the &quot;Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,&quot; is expected to clear the President&#39;s desk before the end of July. The final bill combines a number of ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/612661/Congress-Passes-Critical-Home">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-28:/commentary/2564790 2008-07-28T00:00:00Z The Daily Gotham - grassroots news and... Last Wednesday 23rd July, 2008, the House of Representatives passed legislation HR3221 which moves in the direction of securing the affordability status of the development. The bill was introduced by congressman Ed Towns. [Emph. added] ...<br /><br /><a href="http://dailygotham.com/blog/bouldin/ed_towns_oversells_himself">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-27:/commentary/2562888 2008-07-27T00:00:00Z businessuu Sandy Dunn, president of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), today issued the following statement following Senate passage of HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. President Bush is expected to sign the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.businessuu.com/2008-07/statement-from-nahb-president-sandy-dunn-on-senate-passage-of-housing-bill-hr-3221.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-27:/commentary/2562551 2008-07-27T00:00:00Z REMBC News Stream The Senate has approved HR 3221: The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 by a vote of 72 to 13, with 27 Republicans joining all the Democrats in attendance to support it. The measure now goes to President Bush, who has said he ...<br /><br /><a href="http://srtkn.com/wordpress/?p=165">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-27:/commentary/2562550 2008-07-27T00:00:00Z Hoosiers For Fair Taxation HR 3221, or the deceitfully named “the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008,â€* which passed through the House of Traitors yesterday, and is on the way to the Traitors’ Senate for a vote tomorrow, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://hoosiersforfairtaxation.blogspot.com/2008/07/urgent-you-fax-your-views-regarding-hr.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-27:/commentary/2561540 2008-07-27T00:00:00Z The Command TOC You can also see the CBO letter concerning how much the bail out of Freddie May and Fanny Mac will cost you at the Congressional Budget Office Director&#39;s blog. Blogged with the Flock Browser. Tags: CBO, FannyMay, Freddie Mac, HR 3221, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://polybius.blogs.com/left_of_way/2008/07/hr-3221-housing-and-economic-recovery-act-of-2008.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-27:/commentary/2607896 2008-07-27T00:00:00Z Rachel&#39;s Blog The US House of Representatives has passed HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008. The Senate concurred this past weekend. This bill includes a temporary, $7500 first-time home buyer tax credit which ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/612090/H-R-3221-First">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-27:/commentary/2561189 2008-07-27T00:00:00Z Texas housers On Saturday the Senate concurred in House amendments to HR 3221, “The Federal Housing Finance Regulatory Reform Act of 2008â€*. The bill contains provisions enacting the National Housing Trust Fund (NHTF). President Bush has indicated he ...<br /><br /><a href="http://texashousers.net/2008/07/27/national-housing-trust-fund-bill-passed-by-congress/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-27:/commentary/2564789 2008-07-27T00:00:00Z rosevilleandrocklin.com Below is a blog roll of the status of HR 3221 that you have, without a doubt, heard about all over the news. The President is &quot;expected&quot; to sign ... Get the GovTrack: HR 3221: Foreclosure Prevention Act widget and many other great free ...<br /><br /><a href="http://rosevilleandrocklin.blogspot.com/2008/07/nehemiah-loan-program.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-27:/commentary/2564472 2008-07-27T00:00:00Z Russ&#39;s Blog After months of negotiations and an initial veto threat by the White House, HR 3221, the &quot;Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,&quot; is expected to clear the President&#39;s desk before the end of July. The final bill combines a number of ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/612357/Home-Mortgage-Aid-Legislation">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-27:/commentary/2562889 2008-07-27T00:00:00Z Mortgage Buy Home Yesterday in a special session the Senate passed the Housing Economic Recovery Act of 2008, HR 3221, with a 72 to 13 vote. This measure received such overwhelming bipartisan support so politicians could point to this legislation and say ...<br /><br /><a href="http://mortgage-buy-home.com/2008/07/27/new-housing-bill-will-not-stabalize-home-prices/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-27:/commentary/2562552 2008-07-27T00:00:00Z BitsBlog The bill is HR 3221 (pdf), titled: “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008″. The entire bill is over 600 pages long. The table of contents is 7 pages. And technically, this is a bill that began its life over a year ago. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://bitsblog.florack.us/?p=10429">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-27:/commentary/2580413 2008-07-27T00:00:00Z G-ii&#39;s Blog First, and before I launch into my tirade about Section 2113 of HR 3221, I want you to take just a moment to reflect on what the much ballyhooed, Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 really dealt with. This BILL had so many heads growing ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/612105/Congress-Stabs-FHA-Buyers">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-27:/commentary/2576305 2008-07-27T00:00:00Z The latest Widgetbox widgets tagged with blidgets HR 3221: Foreclosure Prevention.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.widgetbox.com/widget/govtrack-hr-3221-foreclosure-prevention-act">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-27:/commentary/2562887 2008-07-27T00:00:00Z Patrick McHenry ROCKS! In a fashion typical of liberal press releases, Johnson distorts the facts and misrepresents Patrick McHenry&#39;s solid conservative vote on HR 3221. Of course, he is helped by his liberal allies just with the name of the bill alone--this ...<br /><br /><a href="http://mchenryrocks.blogspot.com/2008/07/congressman-patrick-mchenrys-liberal.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-27:/commentary/2562886 2008-07-27T00:00:00Z Scott Pearce.com Thanks to HR 3221, the government is going to keep track of every single electronic transaction you make. Your Visa and PayPal transactions are going to go into a database (along with your phone calls and email messages.) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://scottpearce.com/2008/07/hr-3221-housing-bailout-bill/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-27:/commentary/2562600 2008-07-27T00:00:00Z SENATUS (The following entry was cross-posted from OpenCongress). Congress has officially cleaned its hands of the landmark American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act and sent it to President Bush for his signature. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatus.wordpress.com/2008/07/27/the-10-most-controversial-provisions-of-the-housing-bill/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-27:/commentary/2610316 2008-07-27T00:00:00Z Lori&#39;s Blog First, and before I launch into my tirade about Section 2113 of HR 3221, I want you to take just a moment to reflect on what the much ballyhooed, Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 really dealt with. This BILL had so many heads growing ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/612320/Congress-Stabs-FHA-Buyers">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2561192 2008-07-26T20:24:45Z AMERICAN NONSENSE The House is not in session today. It returns for a pro forma session on Monday, and for votes on Tuesday. In the Senate, courtesy of the Office of the Majority Leader: Convenes: 9:00am Proceed to the consideration of the House Message with respect to <br /><br /><a href="http://americannonsense.com/?p=11649">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2561193 2008-07-26T16:40:26Z Bloggers For Change | Colabrative Works for Change in Politics Reminder: There IS a Today in Congress 26 July 2008 The House is not in session today ... Message with respect to <strong class="keyword">H.R.3221</strong>, Housing Reform. 11:00am roll call vote on the motion to concur<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bloggersforchange.com/?p=4570">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2561194 2008-07-26T15:48:05Z Daily Kos: State of the Nation The House is not in session today. It returns for a pro forma session on Monday, and for votes on Tuesday. In the Senate, courtesy of the Office of the Majority Leader: Convenes: 9:00am Proceed to the consideration of the House Message with respect to<br /><br /><a href="http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2008/7/26/102140/689">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2561195 2008-07-26T15:30:27Z The PrimeRealEstateLasVegas.com Blog - Blog of Mike Dobranski and the Las Vegas / Henderson Real Estate Market Breaking News! As predicted in yesterday’s blog titled, The Good, The Bad, The Housing Reform Bill, The U.S. Senate just passed bill <strong class="keyword">H.R.3221</strong> (the Federal Housing Reform Bill) by a margin<br /><br /><a href="http://primerealestatelasvegas.wordpress.com/2008/07/26/breaking-news-senate-passes-housing-reform-bill/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/3119337 2008-07-26T12:47:14Z New York Politics | Room Eight Hillary Clinton has been somewhat scarce since the end of the democratic presidential primary, and that’s expected, I guess ... legislation <strong class="keyword">H.R.3221</strong> which moves in the direction of securing the affordability status of t<br /><br /><a href="http://www.r8ny.com/blog/rock_hackshaw/hillary_clinton_comes_to_starett_city_brooklyn_on_monday_28th_july_at_10_30a_m.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2561196 2008-07-26T10:34:59Z Mike's Blog Originally posted on http://primerealestatelasvegas.wordpress.com. Breaking News! As predicted in yesterday’s blog titled, The Good, The Bad, The Housing Reform Bill, The U.S. Senate just passed bill <strong class="keyword">H.R.3221</strong> (the Fed<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/610217/Breaking-News-Senate-Passes">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2561197 2008-07-26T09:02:59Z Business blog - economy money weblog Provisions of housing-mortgage relief bill (AP) Posted by admin on Jul 26, 2008 The housing bill Congress plans to send President Bush would: _Give the Federal Housing Administration $300 billion in new lending authority and relax standards to provide a<br /><br /><a href="http://business.coolshop.org/2008/07/provisions-of-housing-mortgage-relief-bill-ap/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2559126 2008-07-26T00:00:00Z The Huffington Post Full Blog Feed But let me tell you, I am pleased that we are here because at last we&#39;re going to have a chance to vote on the final passage of HR 3221, the housing legislation that is so important to the people of this country. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/sen-benjamin-l-cardin/my-floor-speech-on-the-ho_b_115132.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2557381 2008-07-26T00:00:00Z The Turner Report On July 23, 2008, the US House of Representatives approved HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, by a vote of 272 to 152. I was pleased to support this bold plan intended to shore up the housing ...<br /><br /><a href="http://rturner229.blogspot.com/2008/07/skelton-column-house-approves.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2558518 2008-07-26T00:00:00Z Maryland and Virginia Real Estate and Homes Blog Senate to the title of the bill (HR 3221) entitled ‘‘An Act. moving the United States toward greater energy independence. and security, developing innovative new technologies, reducing. carbon emissions, creating green jobs, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.homefinders-newsletter.com/the-housing-bill-as-of-july-20-2008-hr-3221/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2558519 2008-07-26T00:00:00Z C-SPAN Recent Video The Senate, in a special Saturday Session voted on HR 3221, the Foreclosure Prevention Bill that passed in the House on Wednesday. Now that the bill has passed, it goes to Pres. Bush for signing. Length: 2 hr. 21 min. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.c-span.org/video_rss.aspx?MediaID=37395">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2558660 2008-07-26T00:00:00Z Not Your Average Democratic Blog The US Senate has just passed HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act in a special Saturday Session of Congress. from Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi: The centerpiece of the bill will help significant ...<br /><br /><a href="http://nyadem.blogspot.com/2008/07/saturday-school.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2558661 2008-07-26T00:00:00Z SENATUS The Senate has passed a housing and Fannie Mae / Freddie Mac rescue package (HR 3221) by a vote of 72 (Y) to 13 (N). The bill was not modified by the Senate and will therefore be sent to the President for his signature. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatus.wordpress.com/2008/07/26/senate-passes-housing-fannie-mae-freddie-mac-rescue-package/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2559124 2008-07-26T00:00:00Z Memphis Real Estate Blog Straight from the public pages of the National Association of REALTORS site, offered here without comment or explanation. You can decide what impact this will have on your ability to get a mortgage, your home&#39;s value going forward, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://memphisrealestate.blogspot.com/2008/07/realtors-read-on-hr-3221-housing-and.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2559125 2008-07-26T00:00:00Z Implode-Explode Heavy Industries news feed In a rare Saturday session, the Senate voted 72-13 to send the bill to the president; the House passed it Wednesday. &quot;Because of the Democratic Congress&#39; delays and the need for action now, President Bush will sign this bill when he ...<br /><br /><a href="http://implode-explode.com/viewnews/2008-07-26_HR3221OnItsWayForPresidentsSignature.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2559127 2008-07-26T00:00:00Z Financial news - EuroInvestor.co.uk Sandy Dunn, president of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), today issued the following statement following Senate passage of HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery.. - Read more.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.euroinvestor.co.uk/News/ShowNewsstory.aspx?StoryID=9913402">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2559541 2008-07-26T00:00:00Z Reverse Mortgage Daily Today, the Senate approved HR 3221: The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 by a vote of 72 to 13, with 27 Republicans joining all the Democrats in attendance to support it. The measure now goes to President Bush, who has said he ...<br /><br /><a href="http://reversemortgagedaily.com/2008/07/26/senate-passes-bill-with-reverse-mortgage-amendments/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2559542 2008-07-26T00:00:00Z FHA Mortgage Guide By a vote of 72-13 the Senate on Saturday wrapped up HR 3221: The Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008. Next, the bill — which includes important provisions for FHA mortgage borrowers – moves to President Bush for a signature or veto. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.fhaloanpros.com/2008/07/bulletin-senate-passes-foreclosure-prevention-act-72-13/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2559987 2008-07-26T00:00:00Z Florida real estate HR 3221 the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 which is a bill to provide needed housing reform and for other purposes passed in the Senate today by a vote of 72-12. Senator Martinez (R-FL) and Senator Nelson (D-FL) voted yes on the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.floridarealestateview.com/2008/07/florida-senators-vote-in-favor-of.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2559988 2008-07-26T00:00:00Z The Mortgage Lender Implode-O-Meter (main... In a rare Saturday session, the Senate voted 72-13 to send the bill to the president; the House passed it Wednesday. &quot;Because of the Democratic Congress&#39; delays and the need for action now, President Bush will sign this bill when he ...<br /><br /><a href="http://ml-implode.com/staticnews/2008-07-26_HR3221OnItsWayForPresidentsSignature.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2559989 2008-07-26T00:00:00Z Open Congress : Sen. Charles Grassley [R, IA] Charles Grassley [R, IA] voted &#39;Nay&#39; on the question: On the Motion (Motion to Concur in the House Amendment to Senate Amendment to the House Amendments to the Senate Amendment to HR 3221 ) regarding HR3221 American Housing Rescue and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.opencongress.org/roll_call/show/4924">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2559990 2008-07-26T00:00:00Z Delton Digest Today&#39;s HR 3221 penalizes all diligent law abiding institutions that service home loans and the citizens who legally pay down home loans. Also - Let&#39;s not allow lax standards and neglected executive duties in any company without full ...<br /><br /><a href="http://deltondigest.blogspot.com/2008/07/2009-new-years-resolution-no-more.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2559991 2008-07-26T00:00:00Z misc.taxes.moderated HR 3221 has passed both houses and Pres. Bush says he will sign it. Text is at: http://thomas.loc.gov/cgibin/query/zc110:HR3221.EAS2: JCT explanation of Division C tax provisions is at: http://www.house.gov/jct/x6308.pdf Senate Summary ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.rockryno.com/taxes/Housing-amp-Economic-Recovery-Act-Passes-Congress-15729-.htm">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2561184 2008-07-26T00:00:00Z Lame Cherry 4/4/08, Vote 91: HR 3221: Voinovich Amdt. No. 4406 As Modified; To protect families most vulnerable to foreclosure due to a sudden loss of income by extending the depreciation incentive to loss companies that have accumulated ...<br /><br /><a href="http://lamecherry.blogspot.com/2008/07/secret-of-my-success-by-barack-obama.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2561190 2008-07-26T00:00:00Z Gregory San Francisco Real Estate Blog In case you missed it, some great reader discussion and debate on the potential impact of HR 3221: Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 yesterday (which passed in the House and is on to the Senate). Amongst other things, HR 3221. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/611313/U-S-Home-Resale">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2561191 2008-07-26T00:00:00Z The Paradigm Shift HR 3221 - Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (Engrossed Amendment as Agreed to be Senate). &quot;SEC. 1001. SHORT TITLE. This division may be cited as the &#39;Federal Housing Finance Regulatory Reform Act of 2008&#39;&quot; ...<br /><br /><a href="http://paradigmwm.blogspot.com/2008/07/paulsen-gets-taxpayer-backed-centurion.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2563302 2008-07-26T00:00:00Z Carolina Politics Online Yesterday afternoon, 152 Members of the House voted against HR 3221. Of those Members, 149 were Republicans, and as Republicans we voted our consciences as the fiduciaries of American tax dollars. It truly is unfortunate that we could ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.carolinapoliticsonline.com/2008/07/26/financial-services-members-urge-president-bush-to-reconsider-veto-of-mortgage-bailout/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2571633 2008-07-26T00:00:00Z Air Force Home Buyer Info First, and before I launch into my tirade about Section 2113 of HR 3221, I want you to take just a moment to reflect on what the much ballyhooed, Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 really dealt with. This BILL had so many heads growing ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.airforcehomebuyer.com/blog/2008/07/congress-stabs-fha-buyers-through-heart.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/2576306 2008-07-26T00:00:00Z Appraisal Scoop The GSE Regulatory Reform Bill (HR 3221: Forclosure Prevention Act of 2008) was previously passed by the House of Representatives on July 23, 2008 and sent to the Senate for their approval. (See prior Appraisal Scoop article). ...<br /><br /><a href="http://appraisalnewsonline.typepad.com/appraisal_news_for_real_e/2008/07/hr-3221-foreclo.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-26:/commentary/3602297 2008-07-26T00:00:00Z MortgageDaily.com - Mortgage News Headlines The U.S. Senate, in a rare Saturday vote, approved H.R. 3221 today on a vote of 72-13; the House passed the bill 272-152 on Thursday. President Bush, who had originally threatened to veto the bill, has now promised to sign the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mortgagedaily.com/HousingBill072608.asp">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-25:/commentary/2557626 2008-07-25T00:00:00Z Comments for The Democratic Daily Heard CNN say yesterday that president Bush would most likely reject this. We’ll see and thank-you ! On the president’s tape still rolling,â€*Wall Street got drunkâ€*,he also said, “it can’t be that bad and Laura is out looking fo<br /><br /><a href="http://thedemocraticdaily.com/2008/07/24/random-musings-on-hr-3221/#comment-17853">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-25:/commentary/2599424 2008-07-25T00:00:00Z Open Congress : Sen. Richard Durbin [D, IL] Richard Durbin [D, IL] voted &#39;Aye&#39; on the question: On the Cloture Motion (Motion to Invoke Cloture on the Motion to Concur in the House Amendment to the Senate Amendment to the House Amendments to the Senate Amendment to HR 3221 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.opencongress.org/roll_call/show/4923">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-25:/commentary/2554220 2008-07-25T00:00:00Z CBO&#39;s Latest 10 Documents Cost estimate for the bill as passed by the Senate on July 11, 2008, with an amendment transmitted to CBO on July 22, 2008.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.cbo.gov/ftpdoc.cfm?index=9597&amp;type=1">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-25:/commentary/2552004 2008-07-25T00:00:00Z FHA Mortgage Guide HR 3221, The Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, as passed by the House, provides for a one-year moratorium on the imposition of risk-based insurance premiums for the FHA program. The problem for HUD is that thousands of loans have been ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.fhaloanpros.com/2008/07/will-hud-drop-its-new-premium-plan/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-25:/commentary/3225057 2008-07-25T00:00:00Z Arizona Mortgage Broker July, 25, 2008 - The House passed HR 3221: The Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, yesterday, by a vote of 272-152. The Bill will now go back to the Senate, assuming this passes without delay, the Bill will then go to the White House ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/608575/House-Passes-Housing-Bill-HR-3221">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-25:/commentary/2554785 2008-07-25T00:00:00Z Fremont Real Estate Report HR 3221, the “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008,â€* passed the House on July 23rd by a vote of 272-152. The Senate must now approve the language adopted by the House. The Senate is expected to approve the bill on Friday, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://fremontrealestate.blogspot.com/2008/07/us-house-of-representatives-passed.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-25:/commentary/2551694 2008-07-25T00:00:00Z the ongoing adventures of syko ed HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, was passed by the House 272-152 on Wednesday, July 23, 2008. The Senate is expected to vote on the housing bill on July 25th or 26th. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://islandinthestyx.spaces.live.com/blog/cns!EB12A584BB2E042A!424.entry">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-25:/commentary/2552003 2008-07-25T00:00:00Z CONNECTICUT POLITICAL REPORT Congressman Christopher Shays (CT-4), a member of the Financial Services Committee, voted for the bipartisan HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act. The legislation passed the House today by a vote of 272 to ...<br /><br /><a href="http://ctpoliticalreport.wordpress.com/2008/07/25/shays-votes-for-foreclosure-bill/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-25:/commentary/2552317 2008-07-25T00:00:00Z SENATUS The Senate has agreed to a procedural (cloture) motion on the housing / Fannie Mae &amp; Freddie Mac rescue package (HR 3221) by a vote of 80 (Y) to 13 (N). This motion required 60 affirmative votes to pass. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatus.wordpress.com/2008/07/25/senate-passes-motion-to-move-housing-bill-forward/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-25:/commentary/2553394 2008-07-25T00:00:00Z Latest Activity on 12.160MHz ADAP2K ADAP2K replied to the discussion 1. Oppose HR 3221 — A Huge Bailout for Bad Loans.<br /><br /><a href="http://snardfarker.ning.com/xn/detail/2142922:Comment:40848">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-25:/commentary/2552250 2008-07-25T00:00:00Z Daily Kos ... is not invoked on &lt;a href=&quot;http://thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/bdquery/z?d110:S.3268:&quot;&gt;S.3268&lt;/a&gt;, motion to invoke cloture on the House message with respect to &lt;a href=&quot;http://thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/bdquery/z?d110:HR3221:&quot;<br /><br /><a href="http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2008/7/24/20455/5528">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-25:/commentary/2555385 2008-07-25T00:00:00Z Overview Petitions - Care2: ThePetitionSite This bill will pre-empt States&#39; rights to protect consumers. This bill will stop down payment assistance. This bill will unify the licensing and place State Mortgage Professionals under the Federal rules. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.thepetitionsite.com/1/mr-president-do-not-sign-stop-hr-3221">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-25:/commentary/2555386 2008-07-25T00:00:00Z The Becerra Blog That is why the passage of HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act, this week was so important for everyone - not just those in danger of losing their home. The bill deals directly with the immediate crisis ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.house.gov/htbin/blog_inc?BLOG,ca31_becerra,blog,999,All,Item%20not%20found,ID=080725_2272,TEMPLATE=postingdetail.shtml">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-25:/commentary/2557308 2008-07-25T00:00:00Z Juris Vodcast Thanks to HR 3221, the government is going to keep track of every single electronic transaction you make. Your Visa and PayPal transactions are going to go into a database (along with your phone calls and email messages.) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://jurisvodcast.com/2008/07/26/hr-3221-the-housing-bailout-bill/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-25:/commentary/2557309 2008-07-25T00:00:00Z Untitled In case you missed it, some great reader discussion and debate on the potential impact of HR 3221: Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 yesterday (which passed in the House and is on to the Senate). Amongst other things, HR 3221…<br /><br /><a href="http://www.gregorygarver.com/wordpress/2008/07/25/will-san-francisco-suffer-from-premature-loan-limit-reduction/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-25:/commentary/2557315 2008-07-25T00:00:00Z Green Mortgage Group Today, the House of Representatives passed HR 3221, a wide sweeping piece of legislation that addresses a variety of housing related issues. The bill is headed for the President&#39;s desk where his prompt signature is expected. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/609422/FHA-financing-alive-and">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-25:/commentary/2554784 2008-07-25T00:00:00Z Moving to Los Angeles The Senate passed its version of HR 3221 on July 11, 2008. While the Senate-passed version of the bill would only raise the loan limits to $625500, the House-passed version would keep them at their current level. On July 11, 2008, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.movingtohollywoodhills.com/2008/07/response-to-igor-korosec-regarding-his.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-25:/commentary/2554221 2008-07-25T00:00:00Z Burnt Orange Report The American Housing Rescue &amp; Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR 3221) represents Congress&#39;s most comprehensive response yet to addressing America&#39;s worsening mortgage crisis (HR 3221, #519 , 7/23/08). The measure provides $15 billion in ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.burntorangereport.com/showDiary.do?diaryId=6357">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-25:/commentary/2552252 2008-07-25T00:00:00Z Political IV Congressman John McHugh was one of only 45 Republicans who supported HR 3221, The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act. The specific vote count broken down by party was 227 Democrats and 45 Republicans voting yes while ...<br /><br /><a href="http://politicaliv.blogspot.com/2008/07/mchugh-one-of-few-gop.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-25:/commentary/2552249 2008-07-25T00:00:00Z Latest Activity on 12.160MHz ed ed replied to the discussion 1. Oppose HR 3221 — A Huge Bailout for Bad Loans.<br /><br /><a href="http://snardfarker.ning.com/xn/detail/2142922:Comment:40818">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2543714 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z Find Better Value HR 3221 was passed by the house late yesterday. To see how your party voted click here. It does not appear that the president will Veto this bill allowing the tax payers to be responsible for bad bank loans and irresponsible borrowers. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://findbettervalue.com/2008/07/24/housing-foreclosure-bill-hr-3221-housing-bailout-passed/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2543713 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z Oregon Housing Blog Interesting listing HERE on C-SPAN site of all of the congressional action that has taken place on HR 3221 in the last year. I count 37 days so far in the last year when Congress has considered this ONE piece of legislation. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://oregonhousing.blogspot.com/2008/07/grunt-work-on-hr-3221-over-last-year.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2571634 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z Appraisal Scoop GovTrack.us has the tracking information on this bill : Concur in Senate Amendment with House Amendment: HR 3221 Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 - Passed 272-152, 11 not voting. 98% of Democrats supporting, 77% of Republicans ...<br /><br /><a href="http://appraisalnewsonline.typepad.com/appraisal_news_for_real_e/2008/07/gse-regulatory.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2542514 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z SENATUS (The following entry was cross-posted from OpenCongress). Senator Jim DeMint (R-SC) has some concerns with the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac bailout that’s being pushed through Congress, and he’s planning to do what he can to stop it. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatus.wordpress.com/2008/07/24/leaked-email-demints-blocking-your-bailout/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2542451 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z Press Releases If signed into law, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (HR 3221) will help families facing foreclosure stay in their homes, while helping others avoid future foreclosures. It would also take action ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.nhinsider.com/press-releases/2008/7/24/office-of-congresswoman-shea-porter-shea-porter-backs-critic.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2542450 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z North Carolina Democratic Party - The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR 3221) passed with support from Republicans and Democrats alike. &quot;While the subprime crisis arose due to the actions of irresponsible lenders and irresponsible borrowers, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://ncdp.org/content/mchenry-votes-no-bipartisan-housing-crisis-relief">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2542449 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z Payment Systems Blog In the House Amendments to the Senate Amendment to HR 3221 – Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008. See Page 11 and 12 here:. Payment Card and Third Party Network Information Reporting. The proposal requires ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.paymentsystemsblog.com/2008/07/24/credit-card-transactions-to-be-reported-to-the-irs-in-foreclose-prevention-act-of-2008/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2542448 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z Daily Kos Republican delays on the Energy Speculation bill have spilled over beyond expectations, and chewed up more floor time than anticipated, and yesterday&#39;s House action on the housing bill (HR 3221) puts that ball back in the Senate court ...<br /><br /><a href="http://feeds.dailykos.com/~r/dailykos/index/~3/344619345/7561">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2542446 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z New York Supreme Court Criminal Term Library Technical Explanation Of Division C Of The Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HR 3221) As Scheduled For Consideration By The House Of Representatives On July 23, 2008 (PDF 215 KB) Prepared by the Joint Committee on Taxation ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bloglines.com/blog/PLL?id=10026">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2542095 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z SocketSite™ In case you missed it, some great reader discussion and debate on the potential impact of HR 3221: Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 yesterday (which passed in the House and is on to the Senate). Amongst other things, HR 3221...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.socketsite.com/archives/2008/07/will_san_francisco_suffer_from_premature_loan_limit_red.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2541749 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z Grace Cheng I would like to thank all of the Representatives who voted no on HR 3221. This bill is not finished going through the process necessary to become law, so we wait for the official announcement. After this is signed by the President, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.gracecheng.com/stocks/2008/07/24/long-term-view-of-market-unchanged-despite-save-the-housing-bill/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2541748 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z Untitled The US House of Representatives has overwhelmingly passed the long-awaited housing rescue bill (HR 3221) sending it now for a last Senate approval before President Bush can sign it into law. From The Back Story… ...<br /><br /><a href="http://politicsanew.com/2008/07/24/housing-bill-passes-will-it-help-home-owners/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2541747 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z Recent Posts - Justia BlawgSearch.com The House of Representatives yesterday voted 272-152 to approve the housing stimulus bill (HR 3221, The American Housing Rescue &amp; Foreclosure Prevention Act) after President Bush earlier in the day dropped his veto threat and urged ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blawgsearch.justia.com/visit.aspx?id=1392938&amp;type=post">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2541746 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z Housing Doom A more intelligible summary is here from William Johnson, who runs the Voice of San Diego Real Estate blog, referring to HR 3221:. This bill has a provision in it that provides that ALL online purchases made by a credit card, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://housingdoom.com/2008/07/24/why-is-there-a-provision-for-the-irs-to-track-credit-cards-in-the-housing-bill/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2541745 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z Desert Beacon All three members of the Nevada Congressional delegation, Representatives Berkley (D-NV1), Heller (R-NV2, and Porter (R-NV3) voted to concur on HR 3221, the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008. [roll call 519] The measure passed 272-152. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://desertbeacon.blogspot.com/2008/07/under-radar-reports-and-news-items.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2552251 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z Iowa members of the John Birch Society Oppose HR 3221 — A Huge Bailout for Bad Loans. HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, was passed by the House 272-152 on Wednesday, July 23, 2008. The Senate is expected to vote on the housing bill ...<br /><br /><a href="http://iowajohnbirchsociety.spaces.live.com/blog/cns!BF3D1FEAA8685016!2108.entry">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2541811 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z College Libertarians of UNR EDIT: It&#39;s all over. It passed senate. I believe it passed for these reason. Allow me to play devil&#39;s advocate: If the government does not bail them out we&#39;ll face plummeting equity markets and a continued credit crunch, matched with ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.unrlibertarians.com/2008/07/red-alert-rape-by-congress-imminent.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/3764923 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z CBO's Latest 10 Documents H.R. 3221. Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. As passed by the Senate on July 11, 2008, with an amendment transmitted to CBO. on July 22, 2008. SUMMARY. This legislation would make a number of changes in federal housing policy. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.cbo.gov/doc.cfm?index=9597">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2543720 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z Red Pills The vote was on HR 3221 the ‘Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008′. The Federal Reserve can now print as much money as it wants to cover the bad loans. Why would a sane individual, let alone someone elected to preserve and protect the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.redpills.org/?p=1333">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2543721 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z THE WANDERING TAX PRO CCH reports that the House passed the Housing and Economic Recovery Bill of 2008 (HR 3221) by a vote of 272 to 152 on Wednesday. Swift approval by the Senate is expected. George W had initially opposed the bill, but now will sign it, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://wanderingtaxpro.blogspot.com/2008/07/as-congress-turns-this-just-in.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2545380 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z Sacramento Real Estate Blog The specific language states that the law “shall apply only to mortgages for which the mortgagee has issued credit approval for the borrower on or after October 1, 2008.â€* President Bush still has to sign off on HR 3221. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://sacramentorealestateblog.blogspot.com/2008/07/hr-3221-passed-by-housewill-bush-sign.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2545381 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z The Colorado Index As of press time, the following groups are also rejecting HR 3221: Americans for Tax Reform, the Club for Growth, the National Taxpayers Union, Council for Citizens Against Government Waste and Freedom Works. *** ...<br /><br /><a href="http://thecoloradoindex.typepad.com/the_colorado_index/2008/07/doug-lamborn--1.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2545382 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z Pat Go Bye-Bye The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR 3221) passed with support from Republicans and Democrats alike. &quot;While the subprime crisis arose due to the actions of irresponsible lenders and irresponsible borrowers, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://patgobyebye.blogspot.com/2008/07/mchenry-helps-subprime-mortgage.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2543719 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z ARRA News Service Reid also blocked amendments and filed cloture on the housing bill (HR 3221), which was cleared by the House yesterday. A cloture vote is likely Friday or Saturday. Reid also filed cloture on the motion to proceed to the LIHEAP bill. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://arkansasgopwing.blogspot.com/2008/07/today-in-washington-d-c-july-24-2008.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2545383 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z U rban T rekker Part of the package deal that the House of Representative passed last night &#39;Housing and Economic Recovery Act 2008&#39; HR 3221 (by a margin of 272 to 152) among others are 1) elimination of down-payment assistance, 2) new FHA loans for ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.metrodcliving.com/urbantrekker/2008/07/housing-bill-da.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2546573 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z The Democratic Daily The House just passed a Bill entitled “Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008â€*. It is said as of this writing that the Barney Frank version just given the okay in the House is the piece of legislation that will be passed imminently ...<br /><br /><a href="http://thedemocraticdaily.com/2008/07/24/random-musings-on-hr-3221/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2546574 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z Erin Attardi, Realtor in Sacramento, CA... Per Nehemiah&#39;s Legislative Update section of its website, both the House and Senate concur with regard to HR 3221 with its recent amendments. It is moving forward with the language that does eliminate 3rd party downpayment assistance ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/607551/HR-3221-It-s">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2546575 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z MyNewPlace Blog We have been following the federal housing rescue plan, The Foreclosure Prevention Act 2008, HR 3221 for some time now, as it has undergone myriad amendment changes, balanced political posturing and eluded veto threats. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mynewplace.com/blog/2008/07/24/apartment-rental-news-weekly-roundup-housing-crisis-legislation-augmented/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2546576 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z We Declare HR 3221, or the deceitfully named “the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008,â€* passed through the House of Traitors yesterday, and is on the way to the Traitors’ Senate for a vote tomorrow. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://wedeclare.wordpress.com/2008/07/24/must-we-die-before-this-stops/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2546577 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z Still Racing In The Street The House of Representatives passed HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act by a final vote of 272 to 152. The Senate votes on their version on Saturday and President Bush has promised to sign the final ...<br /><br /><a href="http://organizer.wordpress.com/2008/07/24/now-thats-what-i-call-housing-reform/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2547931 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z Wise Bread In my last article I wrote about the one aspect of the $300 billion dollar housing bailout that I thought made sense, but the full text of the bill known as HR 3221 is over 700 pages so it is too complex to discuss in any one blog post. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.wisebread.com/the-more-questionable-aspects-of-the-housing-bailout-bill">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2551685 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z wealthwithmortgage.com Say What? You may have heard about the new bill designed to ‘rescue the current housing market’. This bill is known as The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008. There’sa lot of confusion of what all this bill ...<br /><br /><a href="http://wealthwithmortgage.com/286/hr3221bill/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2543718 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z SENATUS The Crypt reports that Senator DeMint (R-SC) will in fact keep Senators in DC this weekend for a vote on the housing / Fannie Mae &amp; Freddie Mac rescue package (HR 3221). Sen. Jim DeMint (RS.C.) says he will object to any vote on the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatus.wordpress.com/2008/07/24/demint-to-keep-senate-in-town-this-weekend/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2551695 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z Michel&#39;s Blog Only 23, 2008, The House of Representatives approved bill HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, a $300 billion plan that expands guarantees of the Federal Housing Association (FHA) loan programs. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/607989/Help-for-Freddie-Mac">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2543717 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z AMERICAN NONSENSE Republican delays on the Energy Speculation bill have spilled over beyond expectations, and chewed up more floor time than anticipated, and yesterday’s House action on the housing bill (HR 3221) puts that ball back in the Senate court ...<br /><br /><a href="http://americannonsense.com/?p=11576">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/commentary/2543716 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z Tax News With time running out before Congress&#39;s month long August recess begins, the House on July 23 approved the Housing and Economic Recovery Bill of 2008 HR 3221 by a vote of 272 to 152. The House action cleared the way for an expected ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.centerfortaxstudies.com/blog/taxnews/2008/07/24/house_approves_president_bush_to_sign_ho">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2541752 2008-07-23T17:52:29Z orggrabcom18 housing bill housing bill today s mortgage ratesBlog on Act Electronic - ... - - - of Barack H.R. Bill, Prevention Housing to ... - « Housing Senate <strong class="keyword">H.R.<br /><br /><a href="http://journals.aol.com/vitolcaey14/orggrabcom18/entries/2008/07/23/housing-bill-today-s-mortgage-rates/1608">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2541753 2008-07-23T17:23:35Z girlhotmy20 housing bill housing bill today s mortgage ratesto Reform of reporting ... Housing Vegas the Vote H.R. to Federal Obama 3221 ... HR Congress) and « HR <strong class="keyword">H.<br /><br /><a href="http://journals.aol.com/lukamelivn6/girlhotmy20/entries/2008/07/23/housing-bill-today-s-mortgage-rates/463">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2539586 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z EZ READING MONEY MATTERS But here&#39;s the punchline - apparently, last night, The US House and Senate reached at least a &quot;soft&quot; agreement on the Housing Bailout Bill, aka HR 3221. THIS BILL MUST NOT PASS. Click here for the Petition To STOP THE BAILOUTS! ...<br /><br /><a href="http://elainemeinelsupkis.typepad.com/ezmoneymatters/2008/07/congress-nation.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2539585 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z From Poverty to Opportunity Campaign HR 3221 will be going for a &quot;rule&quot; debate at 11:00 AM (eastern), and then it will go to the floor of the House at noon for two hours of debate for final passage by the House. Fast Action Needed by Advocates Call your representative now; ...<br /><br /><a href="http://povertytoopportunity.blogspot.com/2008/07/debate-on-national-housing-trust-fund.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2539584 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z RebelTraders There’sa news conference any minute about this bill, and the vote is at 1:30pmET. Just letting you know what I know.<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.rebeltraders.net/2008/07/23/housing-bill-hr3221-1230pmet/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2538690 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Daily Kos HR 3221 - American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (Rep. Frank– Financial Services) (Subject to a Rule). HR 3999 - The National Highway Bridge Reconstruction and Inspection Act (Rep. Oberstar –Transportation and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://feeds.dailykos.com/~r/dailykos/index/~3/343557671/36333">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2538070 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z SENATUS The Wall Street Journal reports that leaders in both the House and Senate have “largely hammered outâ€* a compromise agreement on revisions / additions to the housing bill (HR 3221). This comes as fears over the solvency of Fannie Mae and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatus.wordpress.com/2008/07/23/senate-house-leaders-reach-agreement-on-housing-bill-outline/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/3374725 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Reverse Mortgage News As the Bill relates to the FHA HECM product, the provisions in the House Bill include A single national loan limit of $ 417000 that can increase up to as much as $ 625500 in high cost areas, Home Purchase product authority, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.allrmc.com/articles/House_Passes_HR_3221.php">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2557810 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Open Congress : Rep. Bill Sali [R, ID-1] Bill Sali [R, ID-1] voted &#39;Nay&#39; on the question: Concur in Senate Amendment with House Amendment: HR 3221 Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 regarding HR3221 Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008.<br /><br /><a href="http://news.opencongress.org/roll_call/show/4907">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2542447 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z The Center Strikes Back The legislative plan is to make the Administration proposal part of the pending housing-mortgage relief legislation (HR 3221), which the Senate sent back to the House earlier this month. The bipartisan (Dodd-Shelby) housing relief bill ...<br /><br /><a href="http://thecenterstrikesback.com/2008/07/23/concord-coalition-announces-new-publication.aspx">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2541751 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z The Back Story Blog The Housing bill known as HR 3221 will offer government backed loans to some struggling homeowners who are falling behind as their mortgage rates climb. There has been a lot of wrangling over this bill. Until today, the president has ...<br /><br /><a href="http://webblog.abc7news.com/2008/07/housing-bill-ad.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2541750 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Florida Mortgage Report So, now we have in place the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, HR 3221. All that is left to complete the debacle is the Senate’s approval and that is slated for later this week.<br /><br /><a href="http://flmortgagereport.com/?p=854">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2541744 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Office of US Senator Debbie Stabenow WASHINGTON —US Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Representative Sander Levin (D-MI) today announced House passage of HR 3221, the Housing Assistance Tax Act of 2008, which includes a provision encouraging American manufacturers to ...<br /><br /><a href="http://stabenow.senate.gov/press/2008/072308houseamtrandd.htm">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2541737 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Untitled As the weakened housing market continues to threaten the financial stability of millions of American homeowners, the US House of Representatives advanced bipartisan legislation, HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mygtv.net/?p=7417">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2541736 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z wealthwithmortgage.com ... additions (to be addressed in a separate post), however one thing that is overlooked in most summaries is the elimination of down payment assistance. For reference, the impacts can be found here. It’s bill HR 3221, section 2113. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://wealthwithmortgage.com/284/new-bill-may-eliminate-down-payment-assistance-dpa/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2541735 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z beSpacific HR 3221, Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, July 23, 2008. Cost estimate for the bill as passed by...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bespacific.com/mt/archives/018860.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2541734 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z US Rep. Bob Inglis News Updates Bob Inglis (R-SC) voted against the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 housing bill (HR 3221) in the US House Wednesday, calling it “a bloated bill that bails out private housing interests for risky and flawed lending practices.â€*<br /><br /><a href="http://inglis.house.gov/news.asp?content=sections/news/archive/7-23-08">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2541733 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z home: iStockAnalyst.com Feed The US House of Representatives have given their approval for the further financial/economic destruction of the United States. I would like to thank all of the Representatives who voted no on HR 3221. This bill is not (...)[More...]<br /><br /><a href="http://www.istockanalyst.com/article/viewarticle+articleid_2429326.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2541732 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z TaxProf Blog The House of Representatives yesterday voted 272-152 to approve the housing stimulus bill (HR 3221, The American Housing Rescue &amp; Foreclosure Prevention Act) after President Bush earlier in the day dropped his veto threat and urged ...<br /><br /><a href="http://taxprof.typepad.com/taxprof_blog/2008/07/house-passes-ho.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2541731 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Atomic Gay Wonk The House passed HR 3221, the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, with overwhelming Democratic support and substantial Republican opposition. The bill, which goes to the Senate and could be sent to the White House by next week, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://atomicgaywonk.blogspot.com/2008/07/barney-frank-slaps-down-republicans.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2541730 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Open Congress : Rep. Bill Sali [R, ID-1] Bill Sali [R, ID-1] voted &#39;Nay&#39; on the question: On Agreeing to the Resolution: H RES 1363 Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the House amendments to the Senate amendment to HR 3221, to provide needed housing reform ...<br /><br /><a href="http://news.opencongress.org/roll_call/show/4905">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2541729 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z The Business At Hand :: Jersey Shore Business... LoBiondo (NJ-02) today voted against HR 3221, the “American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008,â€* which would place taxpayers on the hook for up to $300 billion to bail-out reckless borrowers. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://business.shorenewsnow.com/2008/07/23/lobiondo-again-votes-against-housing-bailout.aspx">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2541728 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z US House of Representatives Votes On Agreeing to the Resolution - Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the House amendments to the Senate amendment to HR 3221, to provide needed housing reform and for other purposes (H RES 1363, Roll Call 517)<br /><br /><a href="http://owenpshaw.net/congress/house/110_2/roll517.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2541727 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z The Travis Monitor The US Congress is about to vote on HR 3221, the Housing Bailout legislation. Discovered today, the legislation will funnel millions of dollars to La Raza and ACORN, two far left organizations. The Democrats have structured the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://travismonitor.blogspot.com/2008/07/house-votes-for-fund-left-billion.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2541726 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Strong Moderate The Bill (which after a little digging seems to be HR3221) is wide-ranging and is riddled with flowery ambiguous language, problems - for average citizens, bailouts - for banks, rules-changes, and huge latitude for the Treasury ...<br /><br /><a href="http://strongmoderate.blogspot.com/2008/07/enter-slippery-slope.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2541725 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z AmericanSolarEconomy Final Text: http://www.house.gov/apps/list/press/financialsvcs_dem/h_r__3221.pdf &quot;SEC. 642. DELAY IN APPLICATION OF WORLDWIDE ALLOCATION OF INTEREST. (a) In General- Paragraphs (5)(D) and (6) of section 864(f) are each amended by ...<br /><br /><a href="http://americansolareconomy.blogspot.com/2008/07/hr3221-editing-currently.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540123 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z JURIST - Paper Chase [JURIST] The US House of Representatives on Wednesday passed the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 [HR 3221 materials; House debate video, flash], a bill designed to address problems from the country&#39;s so-called &quot;sub-prime mortgage ...<br /><br /><a href="http://jurist.law.pitt.edu/paperchase/2008/07/us-house-approves-foreclosure-bill-with.php">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540122 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z RelistrReal Estate News, Mortgage, Housing,... NAR thanked Chairman Barney Frank, D-Mass., and the House of Representatives for their bipartisan efforts in getting HR 3221 passed. “Realtors(R) are in the business of building communities, and our 1.2 million members understand that ...<br /><br /><a href="http://relistr.com/real-estate/national-association-of-realtors-hail-housing-bill.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540121 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z The News is NowPublic.com - World: just in The US House of Representatives has overwhelmingly passed the long-awaited housing rescue bill (HR 3221) sending it now for a last Senate approval before President Bush can sign it into law.The vote, at about 5... read more.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.nowpublic.com/world/house-gives-final-nod-housing-bill">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540120 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Stripper Web Exotic Dancer Community But here&#39;s the punchline - apparently, last night, The US House and Senate reached at least a &quot;soft&quot; agreement on the Housing Bailout Bill, aka HR 3221. THIS BILL MUST NOT PASS. Alas, it is too late. No petition from mere US citizens ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.stripperweb.com/forum/showthread.php?t=121320">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540119 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Regular Black Guy&#39;s Blog The American Housing Rescue &amp; Foreclosure Prevention Act, HR 3221, will help families facing foreclosure keep their homes, help other families avoid foreclosures in the future, and help the recovery of communities harmed by empty homes ...<br /><br /><a href="http://regularblackguy.wordpress.com/2008/07/23/476/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540118 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Monarch Housing&#39;s Blog! On July 23, 2008, the House approved the bill by a vote of 272 to 152 HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. Prior to the vote President Bush announced that he would [...]SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: &quot;Presidential veto ...<br /><br /><a href="http://feeds.monarchhousing.org/~r/monarchblog/~3/344083747/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540117 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z FireSociety Forums - The FireWire - Breaking News The USHouse of Representatives passed HR3221 (The Forclosure Prevention Act of 2008) today by a vote of 271 (227 D and 45 R) to 152 (3 D and 149 R). This bill contains bail out language for lenders that President Bush has said he will ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.firesociety.com/forum/thread/27896/BAILOUT/?src=103">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540116 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Powder Blue Report Darrell Issa, today, made the following statement about his vote against HR 3221, legislation bailing out mortgage lenders: “I strongly oppose this taxpayer-funded bailout of the mortgage industry. This bill rewards Fannie Mae, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://powderbluereport.blogspot.com/2008/07/john-campbell-votes-to-bailout-fannie.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540115 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z HLC Housing Agenda Blog The House of Representatives on July 23 overwhelmingly passed HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, which would establish a permanent affordable housing trust fund. By a vote of 272 to 152, the House agreed to a ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.hlcsmc.org/blog/2008/07/23/house-passes-bill-that-includes-housing-trust-fund-neighborhood/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540114 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Carolina Politics Online WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Patrick McHenry issued the following statement in response to the forthcoming vote on HR 3221, the Mortgage Bailout Bill. “Every Western North Carolina taxpayer is going to foot the bill for a $5 trillion ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.carolinapoliticsonline.com/2008/07/23/mchenry-opposes-5-trillion-mortgage-bailout/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540113 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Muncie Free Press - Grassroots Journalism... &quot;The American People Deserve Better&quot; WASHINGTON, DC - US Congressman Mike Pence gave the following speech on the floor of the US House of Representatives today in opposition to HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.munciefreepress.com/node/19109">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540112 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Hoosier Political Report Washington, DC - Today, Congressman André Carson joined the majority of his Congressional colleagues in supporting HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008. This legislation will help families keep ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.hoosierpoliticalreport.com/2008/07/release-carson-backs-comprehen.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540111 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Open Congress : Rep. Michael Ferguson [R, NJ-7] Michael Ferguson [R, NJ-7] voted &#39;Aye&#39; on the question: Concur in Senate Amendment with House Amendment: HR 3221 Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 regarding HR3221 Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.opencongress.org/roll_call/show/4907">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540090 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Tax News House lawmakers on July 22 circulated an updated package of $17.8 billion in housing tax provisions that could be added to the housing tax bill (HR 3221) that recently passed the Senate (TAXDAY, 2008/07/14, C.1). ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.centerfortaxstudies.com/blog/taxnews/2008/07/23/house_lawmakers_update_housing_tax_propo">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540089 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Star City Harbinger HR 3221 will not bring relief until October 3, 2008, just a month before the election. The passage of the legislation in the House was greeted by a resigned President who backed off previous warnings that he would veto the bill. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://starcityharbinger.com/?p=786">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540088 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z The McCarville Report Online Congressman Frank Lucas today refused to support HR 3221, the “Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008,â€* a bill that spends billions of taxpayer dollars bailing out lenders and borrowers who made risky decisions in the housing market. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://wwwtmrcom.blogspot.com/2008/07/lucas-opposes-foreclosure-prevention.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540087 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z No Runny Eggs This press release from my Congressman, Paul Ryan, on House passage of HR 3221, the Fannie/Freddie bailout bill came into the mailbox a couple hours ago. Quoting Ryan from the press release:. My top priority is to protect the taxpayers, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://norunnyeggs.com/2008/07/paul-ryan-on-the-fannie-maefreddie-mac-bailout/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540086 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z SENATUS The House of Representatives has passed the newly modified housing bill (HR 3221), the Associated Press reports. The House has passed legislation that aims to help 400000 strapped homeowners who are facing foreclosure and prevent ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatus.wordpress.com/2008/07/23/housing-bill-moves-to-senate/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540085 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Team Lathrop The Senate passed its version of HR 3221 on July 11, 2008. While the Senate-passed version of the bill would only raise the loan limits to $625500, the House-passed version would keep them at their current level. On July 11, 2008, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.teamlathrop.com/?p=45">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540084 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Citizens Against Government Waste Stories “The Bush Administration’s reversal on its veto threat on HR 3221 virtually ensures that taxpayers will be saddled with the huge costs associated with this bill for decades to come. There are so many bad aspects to this bill, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://councilfor.cagw.org/site/News2?abbr=CCAGW_&amp;page=NewsArticle&amp;id=11556">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540083 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Politisite The US House of Representatives has overwhelmingly passed the long-awaited housing rescue bill (HR 3221) sending it now for a last Senate approval before President Bush can sign it into law. The vote, at about 5 pm, Conngressman John ...<br /><br /><a href="http://politisite.blogspot.com/2008/07/house-gives-final-nod-to-housing-bill.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540082 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z The Swine Line (Washington, DC) - The Council for Citizens Against Government Waste (CCAGW) today strongly denounced the Bush Administrations’ cave-in on HR 3221, The American Housing and Foreclosure Prevention Act. “The Bush Administration’s reversal ...<br /><br /><a href="http://swineline.org/2008/07/23/ccagw-denounces-housing-bailout-bill/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540081 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z First Reading - Hawaii LRB Library CBO&#39;s cost estimates of HR 3221 (pdf, 636 pp.), the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, as amended by the Senate on July 11, 2008, span fiscal years 2008-2018. The bill includes Treasury&#39;s temporary authority to purchase equity ...<br /><br /><a href="http://1streading.blogspot.com/2008/07/fannie-and-freddie-costs.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540080 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Reverse Mortgage Guide “With the US financial system now under extreme duress, HR 3221 represents a thoughtful, comprehensive approach to address the housing and economic crisis facing the nation,â€* said NAHB President Sandy Dunn. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bestreversemortgage.com/reverse-mortgage/bulletin-fha-reform-passes-house-important-reverse-features-included/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540050 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Florida Mortgage Report House Amendments to the Senate Amendment to HR 3221 – Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (dated June 18, 2008). Another problematic provision that I have not heard discussed is that regarding the Capital Gains Exclusion for the sale of ...<br /><br /><a href="http://flmortgagereport.com/?p=853">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540049 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Market Pipeline According to a published report, the nearly 700-page long Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, HR 3221, saw a vital new amendment added in final negotiations that would ostensibly give second lien holders some incentive to agree ...<br /><br /><a href="http://marketpipeline.blogspot.com/2008/07/housing-bill-adds-second-lien-amendment.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540048 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Implode-Explode Heavy Industries news feed apparently, last night, The US House and Senate reached at least a &quot;soft&quot; agreement on the Housing Bailout Bill, aka HR 3221. THIS BILL MUST NOT PASS. If this is allowed to happen, the US will have passed a point of no return along the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://implode-explode.com/viewnews/2008-07-23_REDALERTRAPEBYCONGRESSIMMINENT.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540047 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z New York Supreme Court Criminal Term Library 07/22/2008, Legislative Text of the House Substitute Amendment to the Housing and Economic Recovery Act, HR 3221 (PDF 1.45 MB) Text of the Substitute Amendment to be Considered on the House Floor on July 23, 2008 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bloglines.com/blog/PLL?id=10012">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540046 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Don&#39;t Mess With Taxes HR 3221 also has some goodies for those individuals who might head to a polling place. A chunk of the housing-focused tax breaks, which total around $15 billion, will go toward programs to help homeowners who are about to lose their ...<br /><br /><a href="http://dontmesswithtaxes.typepad.com/dont_mess_with_taxes/2008/07/housing-bill--.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540045 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Mr. Mortgage&#39;s Guide to the TRUTH! The bill (HR 3221) also raises the minimum down payment requirement on FHA single-family loans from 3% to 3.5%.â€* These loans were mostly never sold or securitized so the losses are a direct hit. When these loans were originally made ...<br /><br /><a href="http://mrmortgage.ml-implode.com/2008/07/23/2nd-mortgage-holders-banks-now-to-be-bailed-out-too-breaking/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540044 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Untitled The US Congress is about to vote on HR 3221, the Housing Bailout legislation. Discovered today, the legislation will funnel millions of dollars to La Raza and ACORN, two far left organizations. The Democrats have structured the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://righttruth.typepad.com/right_truth/2008/07/obama-wants-health-care-for-illegals.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540043 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Government Bytes The already objectionable original language of HR 3221, with its $300 billion expansion of the Federal Housing Administration’s portfolio and a new affordable housing slush fund, has now been made much worse with an unprecedented ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.ntu.org/main/post.php?post_id=3615">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540042 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z ACCBoards - All Forums I&#39;m not sure if you&#39;ve heard of this bill - HR-3221 &quot;Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008&quot; - aka by some folks the &quot;Housing Bailout Bill&quot;. This is an extremely dangerous bill that in my opinion literally threatens to bankrupt the <br /><br /><a href="http://accboards.com/forums/showthread.php?tid=7471">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540041 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Arizona Real eStatesman As we last reported, the Senate passed a version of this bill (HR 3221) late on Friday, July 11, and sent it over to the House for its concurrence. If you remember from our previous report, the Senate leadership had hoped to pass a ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.trust-in-justin.com/blog/?p=54">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2540040 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Recent CBO Cost Estimates Cost estimate for the bill as passed by the Senate on July 11, 2008, with an amendment transmitted to CBO on July 22, 2008.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.cbo.gov/ftpdoc.cfm?index=9592&amp;type=1">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2539589 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Oregon Housing Blog It appears that the House will act today on the long delayed, and often changed, Housing Reform legislation, HR 3221. Moreover, according to news story HERE , the President is dropping his opposition to state and local foreclosure ...<br /><br /><a href="http://oregonhousing.blogspot.com/2008/07/housing-bill-appears-to-be-on-fast.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2539588 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z ARRA News Service Later today, the House is expected to pass the housing bill (HR 3221) and the Senate could attempt to clear the bill for the president late in the day. At 11 AM, a ceremony will be held in the Capitol Rotunda to commemorate the 60th ...<br /><br /><a href="http://arkansasgopwing.blogspot.com/2008/07/today-in-washington-d-c-july-23-2008.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2539587 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Real Estate Fraud | Mortgage Fraud | Flipping... Speaking to reporters during this morning&amp;#8217;s White House Press Briefing, White House spokeswoman Dana Perino said President Bush is now prepared to sign the American Housing Rescue &amp;#038; Foreclosure Prevention Act, HR 3221, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flippingfrenzy.com/2008/07/23/president-bush-set-to-sign-american-housing-rescue-foreclosure-prevention-act/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/commentary/2554222 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z Government News for Montana Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson voiced his support for the bill, and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued an Administration Policy statement supporting bill HR 3221 as amended. The Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac websites have ...<br /><br /><a href="http://mt-govinfo.blogspot.com/2008/07/taxpayer-costs-for-housing-and-economic.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-22:/commentary/2534794 2008-07-22T17:37:25Z TomLoveTexas July 21, 2008 In this MegaVote for Texas' 24th Congressional District: Recent Congressional Votes - Senate: Veto Override; Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act Senate: U.S. Global Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Rea<br /><br /><a href="http://tomlovetexas.blogspot.com/2008/07/megavote-for-texas-24th-congressional.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-22:/commentary/2530345 2008-07-22T00:00:00Z Reverse Mortgage Daily The Senate recently passed a version of HR 3221 late on Friday, July 11, and sent it over to the House for its concurrence. Originally, the Senate leadership had hoped to pass a version of the bill referred to as the &quot;managers’ ...<br /><br /><a href="http://reversemortgagedaily.com/2008/07/22/house-expected-to-sign-housing-bill-this-week-reverse-mortgages-could-get-higher-loan-limits-more/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-22:/commentary/2535028 2008-07-22T00:00:00Z Middle East and Other Musings He speaks of the sanctity of the environment but doesn&#39;t show up for a vote providing clean energy tax incentives (HR 3221). * He&#39;s a no-show for a vote on renewable energy tax credits (Amndt 4387). ...<br /><br /><a href="http://dick-meom.blogspot.com/2008/07/all-will-be-well-once-gw-leaves-office.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-22:/commentary/2526793 2008-07-22T00:00:00Z Bloggers For Change The White House is also looking askance at the housing bill still making its way through Congress (HR 3221), and has issued a veto threat if the final product contains a program of federal grants to buy out and rehabilitate foreclosed ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bloggersforchange.com/?p=4424">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-22:/commentary/2526791 2008-07-22T00:00:00Z Congressman Conaway&#39;s Blog This week the House plans to consider the America Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (HR 3221). HR 3221 is an amalgamation of Housing and Tax proposals that aim to provide a bailout to local governments and states ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.conawayblog.com/?p=389">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-22:/commentary/2530346 2008-07-22T00:00:00Z Bloggers For Change The White House is also looking askance at the housing bill still making its way through Congress (HR 3221), and has issued a veto threat if the final product contains a program of federal grants to buy out and rehabilitate foreclosed ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bloggersforchange.com/?p=4426">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-22:/commentary/2523721 2008-07-22T00:00:00Z Living in Reverse So I began to wonder where is the HOPE Program when you need it most??? Well, it looks like Under the legislation, the HOPE program could start as early as Oct. 1. You can read about the `HOPE for Homeowners Act of 2008′ or HR3221 here. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://livinginreverse.wordpress.com/2008/07/22/los-angeles-reverse-mortgage-ca-forclosures-hope-assistance/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-22:/commentary/2536237 2008-07-22T00:00:00Z Wisdom &amp; Wit The Senate passed its version of HR 3221 on July 11, 2008. While the Senate-passed version of the bill would only raise the loan limits to $625500, the House-passed version would keep them at their current level. On July 11, 2008, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/605186/Conforming-Loan-Limit-Increase">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-22:/commentary/2526795 2008-07-22T00:00:00Z C-SPAN Recent Video Steven Preston | Housing Bill (HR 3221) Barton Chilton, Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Commissioner | Stop Excessive Energy Speculation Act Leonard Boyle, Federal Bureau of Investigation - Terrorism Screening Center, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.c-span.org/video_rss.aspx?MediaID=37328">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-22:/commentary/2534769 2008-07-22T00:00:00Z Club for Growth The Club for Growth urges members of the House to vote &quot;NO&quot; on the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (HR 3221). Floor consideration is scheduled for Wednesday or Thursday. This vote will be included in our ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.clubforgrowth.org/2008/07/house_key_vote_alert_housing_b.php">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-22:/commentary/2526796 2008-07-22T00:00:00Z tripso.com Without any discussion, Senators added a provision to HR 3221 (The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008) requiring electronic payment services to collect, aggregate, and transmit details of every sale to the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.tripso.com/today/for-travelers-homeland-security-is-starting-to-step-over-the-line/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-22:/commentary/2526797 2008-07-22T00:00:00Z Sacramento Real Estate Blog SA 4387 amends HR 3221, which Congress is expected to pass in the coming weeks. I received an email from the Nehemiah Corporation last night asking for help - literally to call our congressional representatives. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://sacramentorealestateblog.blogspot.com/2008/07/downpayment-assistance-on-its-death-bed.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-22:/commentary/2534770 2008-07-22T00:00:00Z Lenn Harley, Broker, Homefinders.com in... HR 3221 - Subtitle C - combating Mortgage Fraud This may be the shortest subtitle of this Bill. It could lead one to believe that combating mortgage fraud is not a high priority for Congress. But, I do like that the money is going to ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/604285/American-Housing-Rescue-and">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-21:/commentary/3119338 2008-07-21T20:52:32Z Weaverville, North Carolina Online Guide MegaVote for NC’s 11th Congressional District: July 21, 2008 Posted by AM on July 21st, 2008 MegaVote is provided by Congress ... - <strong class="keyword">H.R.3221</strong> The Senate is expected to vote on this housing-recovery package after it pa<br /><br /><a href="http://myweaverville.com/2008/07/21/megavote-for-nc%e2%80%99s-11th-congressional-district-july-21-2008/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-21:/commentary/2523124 2008-07-21T00:00:00Z Bloggers For Change HR 3221 - American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (Rep. Frank– Financial Services) (Subject to a Rule). HR 3999 - The National Highway Bridge Reconstruction and Inspection Act (Rep. Oberstar –Transportation and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bloggersforchange.com/?p=4396">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-21:/commentary/2523543 2008-07-21T00:00:00Z MyWeaverville.com American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act - HR3221 The Senate is expected to vote on this housing-recovery package after it passes the House. American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act - HR3221 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://myweaverville.com/2008/07/21/megavote-for-nc%E2%80%99s-11th-congressional-district-july-21-2008/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-21:/commentary/2522459 2008-07-21T00:00:00Z Justin Winter&#39;s Carolina Lake and Mountain... As a result of your efforts, HR 3221 creates affordable housing opportunities by setting loan limits up to $625500 for Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and FHA, and will stimulate housing demand with a temporary $8000 home ownership tax credit. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://carolinablog.org/?p=116">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-21:/commentary/2523638 2008-07-21T00:00:00Z Georgetown Democratic Party Blog American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act - HR3221 The Senate is expected to vote on this housing-recovery package after it passes the House. American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act - HR3221 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://georgetowndemocrats.blogspot.com/2008/07/megavote-july-21-2008.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-21:/commentary/2523544 2008-07-21T00:00:00Z AMERICAN NONSENSE HR 3221 - American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (Rep. Frank– Financial Services) (Subject to a Rule). HR 3999 - The National Highway Bridge Reconstruction and Inspection Act (Rep. Oberstar –Transportation and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://americannonsense.com/?p=11402">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-19:/commentary/2514990 2008-07-19T00:00:00Z Untitled The “Housing Bailout Billâ€*, HR3221 (and its Senate counterpart), must be struck in its present form. There is no way to fix Fannie and Freddie in their present form, and the concept of “prudential regulationâ€* of an enterprise that is ..<br /><br /><a href="http://market-ticker.denninger.net/archives/519-unknown.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-19:/commentary/2517864 2008-07-19T00:00:00Z Jim Hamilton’s World of Securities Regulation Acting on a broad consensus that government sponsored enterprises need a strong well-funded federal regulator, the massive housing bill (HR 3221) would overhaul the regulatory oversight of Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and the Federal Home ...<br /><br /><a href="http://jimhamiltonblog.blogspot.com/2008/07/senate-version-of-bill-reforming-fannie.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-18:/commentary/2508573 2008-07-18T00:00:00Z Capital Gains and Games - Washington, Wall... Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac comprise an overwhelming share the secondary market for mortgages under the conforming loan limit, currently $417000, but about to be raised to at least $550000 or higher in the housing bill, HR3221, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://capitalgainsandgames.com/blog/pete-davis/414/gse-bail-out">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-18:/commentary/2523689 2008-07-18T00:00:00Z Capital Gains and Games - Washington, Wall... Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac comprise an overwhelming share the secondary market for mortgages under the conforming loan limit, currently $417000, but about to be raised to at least $550000 or higher in the housing bill, HR3221, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.capitalgainsandgames.com/blog/pete-davis/414/gse-bail-out">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-18:/commentary/2512566 2008-07-18T00:00:00Z Silicon Valley Real Estate by Deniece Watkins The US Senate voted 63 – 5 Friday to pass HR 3221, the Housing Stimulus Package. Included in the bill is language to permanently increase the Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loan limits to $625500 for ...<br /><br /><a href="http://dsoldourhome.blogspot.com/2008/07/home-buyer-tax-credit-and-housing.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-18:/commentary/2509923 2008-07-18T00:00:00Z HEART: Opening Doors in Our Community On Tuesday, July 22, the Rules Committee of the US House of Representatives is expected to vote to allow the massive housing bill containing the Housing Trust Fund (HR 3221, The Housing and Economic Recovery Act) to proceed to the full ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.heartofsmc.org/blog/2008/07/18/national-housing-trust-fund-still-alive/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-17:/commentary/2505060 2008-07-17T00:00:00Z Comments for Blogging Bayport Alameda Congress is now considering HR 3221 “Foreclosure Prevention Actâ€* Look what it does to homeowners who are paying the additional tax. Jul 10, 2008 12:26 PM - I’ve heard that one provision in this bill provides that taxpayers in a local ...<br /><br /><a href="http://laurendo.wordpress.com/2008/07/15/for-whom-the-poll-tolls/#comment-69513">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-17:/commentary/2511152 2008-07-17T00:00:00Z Fiscal Conservatism House GOP leaders will not whip votes against HR 3221, American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, despite objections from conservative members of the caucus. From CQ, &quot;Republicans did not seem swayed by Paulson as ...<br /><br /><a href="http://fiscalconservatives.blogspot.com/2008/07/conservatives-say-slow-down.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-17:/commentary/2503071 2008-07-17T00:00:00Z Tax News House Democratic leaders said they are considering reworking the Senate-passed housing bill (HR 3221) to include provisions that address the financial problems facing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, D-Md., ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.centerfortaxstudies.com/blog/taxnews/2008/07/17/fannie_mae_freddie_mac_reforms_could_be_">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-17:/commentary/2507242 2008-07-17T00:00:00Z Legal Services Corporation Updates The major housing and foreclosure prevention package passed by the US Senate on July 11 (HR 3221) provides funding for legal assistance for homeowners threatened by foreclosure, but prohibits that funding from being used for civil ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.lsc.gov/press/updates_2008_detail_T220_R18.php#senateforeclosure">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-17:/commentary/2503765 2008-07-17T00:00:00Z President-Obama.com Vote description: Motion to Disagree to the Amdts. of the House, Adding a New Title and Inserting a New Section, to the Amdt. of the senate (where the old, corrupt politicians go until they\’re stripped of office in disgrace) to HR 3221 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://president-obama.com/?p=7442">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-16:/commentary/2507286 2008-07-16T00:00:00Z HOME EQUITY LOANS FHA Modernization Update For Reverse Mortgages. Posted: 15 Jul 2008 02:00 PM CDT. NRMLA announced that on Friday, the Senate passed yet another housing bill (HR 3221) that includes Federal Housing Administration (&quot;FHA&quot;) reform; ...<br /><br /><a href="http://infohomeloan4u.blogspot.com/2008/07/new-reverse-mortgage-daily-post_16.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-16:/commentary/2501754 2008-07-16T00:00:00Z RMI Atlantic The proposed housing stimulus package is moving it&#39;s way to the White House. But what does it mean for consumers? (more…)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.rmi-atlantic.com/2008/07/16/update-on-hr-3221-%E2%80%93-new-housing-stimulus-package-2/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-16:/commentary/2501753 2008-07-16T00:00:00Z North Shore Association of Realtors® Blog It is the Realtor® position that HR 3221 creates affordable housing opportunities by setting loan limits up to $625500 for Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and FHA, and will stimulate housing demand with a temporary $8000 home ownership tax ...<br /><br /><a href="http://northshorerealtors.blogspot.com/2008/07/us-senate-passes-fha-modernization-bill.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-16:/commentary/2501732 2008-07-16T00:00:00Z HedgeFolios.com The Congressional legislation HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 and the version in the Senate should be voted upon. They have been drafted and bouncing around the Capitol for many months and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.hedgefolios.com/read/whats-the-hurry">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-16:/commentary/2499304 2008-07-16T00:00:00Z Oregon Housing Blog The version of the Housing reform bill (HR 3221) which passed the Senate on July 11th has finally been posted on the Thomas website. HERE is the PDF file--caution, it is more than 600 pages long! (First few pages are a listing of ...<br /><br /><a href="http://oregonhousing.blogspot.com/2008/07/senate-passed-housing-reform-bill.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-16:/commentary/2498751 2008-07-16T00:00:00Z Beth&#39;s Blog Legislation (HR 3221) just passed the Senate and is currently under consideration in the House, and it includes both the national housing trust fund and neighborhood stabilization funding. But some are seeking to strip neighborhood ...<br /><br /><a href="http://bethsownblog.blogspot.com/2008/07/action-item-ask-congress-to-act-now-to.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-16:/commentary/2514991 2008-07-16T00:00:00Z Voices Across America It doesn’t like the housing bailout bill being offered up in the House (HR 3221), but it has started a petition to put pressure on Congressman Barney Frank (D-MA), Chairman of the Financial Services Committee to hold hearings on the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://stellarvoices.wordpress.com/2008/07/16/acorn-part-i-and-part-ii-by-navyvet/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-15:/commentary/3119340 2008-07-15T01:54:20Z Barbara I really like the new ad by U.S. Senate candidate Tom Udall, which goes up on the air tomorrow. It takes on the issue of exploding gas prices and what we can do to address the problem. Number one on Tom's list of what we can do right now? Stop hedge fun<br /><br /><a href="http://www.democracyfornewmexico.com/democracy_for_new_mexico/2008/07/nm-sen-udalls-n.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-15:/commentary/2519348 2008-07-15T00:00:00Z Nashville Real Estate-JoeBurtonSells.com HR 3221 creates affordable housing opportunities by keeping the increased loan limits in Davidson County and surrounding counties up to $432500 for FHA! It also creates a new FHA program that will help homeowners at-risk for foreclosure ...<br /><br /><a href="http://joeburtonsells.blogspot.com/2008/07/great-newssenate-passes-fha.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-15:/commentary/2496524 2008-07-15T00:00:00Z FreedomHampton.Com - Real Estate Appraisal Guide On July 11, the proposed $8000 homebuyer tax credit and the FHA and GSE reform and mortgage rescue legislation (HR 3221 - Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008) passed the Senate and, according to NAR reports, heads back to the House for ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.freedomhampton.com/2008/07/us-senate-passes-bill-to-expand-fha-programs/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-15:/commentary/2494260 2008-07-15T00:00:00Z Palos Verdes Expert On July 11th, 2008 the Senate voted 63 to 5 to approve the Housing bill, HR 3221, which creates affordable housing opportunities by setting loan limits up to $625500 for Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and FHA, and will stimulate housing demand ...<br /><br /><a href="http://palosverdesexpert.blogspot.com/2008/07/some-progress-on-housing-bill-hr-3221.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-15:/commentary/2493675 2008-07-15T00:00:00Z Bend Oregon Real Estate As a result of your efforts, HR 3221 creates affordable housing opportunities by setting loan limits up to $625500 for Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and FHA, and will stimulate housing demand with a temporary $8000 home ownership tax credit. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bendoregonrealestateexpert.com/bend-real-estate-blog/?p=103">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-15:/commentary/2506798 2008-07-15T00:00:00Z CENTRAL VALLEY BANK OWNED HOMES HR 3221, the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, would also appropriate $4 billion for states to purchase and renovate abandoned and foreclosed properties, a proposal the Bush administration has threatened to veto. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://perdewhomes.wordpress.com/2008/07/15/new-bill-creates-a-tax-credit-for-1st-time-home-buyers/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-15:/commentary/2514988 2008-07-15T00:00:00Z Bob&#39;s Blog On July 11, 2008 the Senate voted 84 to 12 in favor of this legislation. A large part of the bill is known as &quot;FHA Modernization&quot;, and it includes many provisions. This bill will help most buyers, but it will especially help first-time ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/594815/HR-3221-the-American">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-15:/commentary/2493674 2008-07-15T00:00:00Z MyNewPlace Blog The National Multi Housing Council (NMHC) and National Apartment Association&#39;s (NAA) joint legislative program issued a statement in response to the Senate&#39;s recent passage of HR 3221. The measure will now head to conference committee, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mynewplace.com/blog/2008/07/15/apartment-industry-applauds-congressional-federal-housing-rescue-plan/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-15:/commentary/2493673 2008-07-15T00:00:00Z Amateur Economists The Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 - or Bill HR 3221 - is Congress’ latest attempt to stymie the downward spiral of the current economy. The bill is lurching along, having passed the Senate as of July 10 but still awaiting possible ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.amateureconomists.com/blogs/2008/07/15/congress-turns-to-depression-era-ruling-to-save-present-economy/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-15:/commentary/2493178 2008-07-15T00:00:00Z Reverse Mortgage Daily NRMLA announced that on Friday, the Senate passed yet another housing bill (HR 3221) that includes Federal Housing Administration (&quot;FHA&quot;) reform; Tax relief for homeowners; $300 billion for a mortgage refinance program to assist ...<br /><br /><a href="http://reversemortgagedaily.com/2008/07/15/fha-modernization-update-for-reverse-mortgages/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-15:/commentary/2493672 2008-07-15T00:00:00Z WC - This Just In... The centerpiece of the bill is designed to help stimulate housing and the economy with a temporary, $8000 first-time homebuyer tax credit for the purchase of a home.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.wconline.com/CDA/Articles/Breaking_News/BNP_GUID_9-5-2006_A_10000000000000380756">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-14:/commentary/2488572 2008-07-14T00:00:00Z MyNewPlace Blog And finally, the Senate voted 63-5 to send HR 3221, the legislative federal housing rescue plan back to the house to iron out differences before it is reviewed by the White House. The struggle to pass the plan quickly has been resumed, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mynewplace.com/blog/2008/07/14/apartment-rental-news-weekly-roundup-government-intervention/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-14:/commentary/2507244 2008-07-14T00:00:00Z HBA Industry Advocacy &amp; Issues HR 3221 has moved back to the House for its final consideration. One of the key provisions in the bill is the homebuyer tax credit. As currently crafted, the tax credit will expire on April 1, 2009, missing the peak spring/summer buying ...<br /><br /><a href="http://hbaadvocacy.blogspot.com/2008/07/nahb-advocacy-update-on-housing.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-14:/commentary/2493177 2008-07-14T00:00:00Z Government Publications Library &lt;br&gt;... HR3221 this is the Housing Reform Bill just passed on Friday in the Senate that Senator Dodd is referring to in his statement. Senate vote on HR 3221. Finally, News Media reaction:. &quot;Rescue Debate: Paulson Insists Fannie, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://cubgovpubs.blogspot.com/2008/07/fannie-mae-and-freddie-mac-and-federal.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-14:/commentary/2491593 2008-07-14T00:00:00Z Accountability Central At the same time, Congress needs to finish work on a long-delayed bill (HR 3221:HR03221:%40%40%40D&amp;summ2=2&amp;) to improve the regulation of Fannie and Freddie. The measure also would attempt to help troubled borrowers by offering federal ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.accountability-central.com/single-view-default/single-view-lexis-nexis/article/averting-a-rescue-the-governments-bailout-pledge-to-fannie-mae-and-freddie-mac-is-wise-now-lets/?tx_ttnews%5BbackPid%5D=1&amp;cHash=927101af5b">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-14:/commentary/2491007 2008-07-14T00:00:00Z Tax News The Senate on July 11 approved by a 63 to 5 margin a housing bill (HR 3221) that contains nearly $14.5 billion in tax relief, clearing the way for the measure to return to the House, which is expected to make minor changes before ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.centerfortaxstudies.com/blog/taxnews/2008/07/14/senate_approves_housing_legislation">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-14:/commentary/2488946 2008-07-14T00:00:00Z HBA Industry Advocacy &amp; Issues HR 3221 has moved back to the House for its final consideration. One of the key provisions in the bill is the homebuyer tax credit. As currently crafted, the tax credit will expire on April 1, 2009, missing the peak spring/summer buying ...<br /><br /><a href="http://hbaadvocacy.blogspot.com/2008/07/housing-stimulus-clears-senate.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-14:/commentary/2488573 2008-07-14T00:00:00Z ARRA News Service On The Floor: On Friday, the Senate sent the housing bill (with a motion to disagree with House amendment #3 to HR 3221) back to the House. Today, the Senate reconvenes at 2 PM. Expected to proceed to the global AIDS relief bill (S. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://arkansasgopwing.blogspot.com/2008/07/today-in-washington-d-c-july-14-2008.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-14:/commentary/2488219 2008-07-14T00:00:00Z Reverse Mortgage Guide The just-passed Senate version of the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (HR 3221) provides for a new origination fee limitation.In basic terms, the new arrangement will be a max of 2 percent on the first ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bestreversemortgage.com/reverse-mortgage/new-origination-fee-proposed-in-senate-fha-reform-measure/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-14:/commentary/2486789 2008-07-14T00:00:00Z Untitled In addition, I voted for HR 2776 and HR 3221, two bills currently making their way through Congress which include: funding in the billions for conservation, efficiency and renewable energy bonds; extensions of credits for renewable ...<br /><br /><a href="http://ccdemocrats.com/?p=351">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-13:/commentary/2481873 2008-07-13T01:20:23Z News about the foreclosure bill, scams, and other listings. The enhanced capabilities of Federal Home Loan Banks will help alleviate this burden and protect much-needed support for local community and ... and considered by the Senate as an amendment to <strong class="keyword">H.R.3221</strong>. You will communica<br /><br /><a href="http://www.cpat2by.com/6/communities-and-the-foreclosure-bill/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-13:/commentary/2484064 2008-07-13T00:00:00Z Monarch Housing&#39;s Blog! On Friday July 11, 2008, the US Senate voted to approve HR 3221 by a vote of 63 to 5. The next step will be to reconcile the differences between the Senate and House bills. According to the NY [...]SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: &quot;Senate ...<br /><br /><a href="http://feeds.monarchhousing.org/~r/monarchblog/~3/334484048/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-13:/commentary/2484779 2008-07-13T00:00:00Z California Central Valley Real Estate HR 3221, the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, would also appropriate $4 billion for states to purchase and renovate abandoned and foreclosed properties, a proposal the Bush administration has threatened to veto. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://rperdewc.wordpress.com/2008/07/13/new-bill-creates-a-tax-credit-for-first-time-homebuyers/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-13:/commentary/2484392 2008-07-13T00:00:00Z Monarch Housing&#39;s Blog! On Friday July 11, 2008, the US Senate voted to approve HR 3221 by a vote of 63 to 5. The next step will be to reconcile the differences between the Senate and House bills. According to the NY [...]SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: &quot;Senate ...<br /><br /><a href="http://monarchhousing.org/blog/2008/07/13/senate-approves-housing-bill/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-12:/commentary/2484063 2008-07-12T00:00:00Z Jim Hamilton’s World of Securities Regulation The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR 3221) would create a new, independent regulator of the GSEs with broad powers analogous to current banking regulators. The Federal Housing Finance Agency would be headed by ...<br /><br /><a href="http://jimhamiltonblog.blogspot.com/2008/07/housing-bill-would-apply-sarbanes-oxley.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-12:/commentary/2476239 2008-07-12T00:00:00Z Santa Fe Beautiful Homes HR 3221, the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, would also appropriate $4 billion for states to purchase and renovate abandoned and foreclosed properties, a proposal the Bush administration has threatened to veto. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://santafebeautifulhomes.com/news/senate-sends-sweeping-housing-bill-to-house">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-12:/commentary/2480603 2008-07-12T00:00:00Z Recent Posts - Justia BlawgSearch.com ... Title III of the massive housing bill would overhaul the regulatory oversight of Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and the Federal Home Loan Banks. The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR 3221) would create a new, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blawgsearch.justia.com/visit.aspx?id=1366465&amp;type=post">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-11:/commentary/2469815 2008-07-11T00:00:00Z The Union News. Worse yet, they are poised to pass legislation (HR 3221) that would make hundreds of millions of dollars more available to these organizations. &quot;Even proponents of this legislation should recognize that there is a problem with the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://theunionnews.blogspot.com/2008/07/organized-labors-voter-fraud-group.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-11:/commentary/2477407 2008-07-11T00:00:00Z FHA Mortgage Guide The measure, HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act, now goes to the House for consideration. In practice, the House and Senate versions of the measure will be combined into a finalized form by a conference ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.fhaloanpros.com/2008/07/bulletin-senate-approves-fha-reform-63-5/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-11:/commentary/2475038 2008-07-11T00:00:00Z Real Estate News Help is imminent in the final form of HR 3221: the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act. HR 3221 is comprised of a number of other bills that have been proposed over the past year (which started in July 2007), ...<br /><br /><a href="http://metrodcrealestatenews.blogspot.com/2008/07/dont-panic-housing-relief-is-imminent.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-11:/commentary/2470788 2008-07-11T00:00:00Z S. XTX The Senate convened yesterday to discuss matters concerning HR 3221 and nominations. On the Cloture Motion (Motion to Invoke Cloture on the Motion to Disagree to the Amdts. of the House, Adding a New Title and Inserting a New Section, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatextx.blogspot.com/2008/07/710-senate-floor.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-11:/commentary/2469646 2008-07-11T00:00:00Z The Liberty Lounge Political Forums That approach didn&#39;t satisfy the most conservative Republicans, though. &quot;This is a $300 billion bailout for bad lenders that forces American taxpayers to foot the bill,&quot; said Wesley Denton, DeMint&#39;s spokesman. ___. The bill is HR 3221 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.libertylounge.net/forums/32938-congress-wrangles-over-bill-help-homeowners.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-11:/commentary/2474264 2008-07-11T00:00:00Z Tax News The Senate on July 10 neared final passage of a housing bill (HR 3221) that contains nearly $14.5 billion in tax breaks, but a lone GOP senator held up final passage by trying to cut a deal on an unrelated measure. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.centerfortaxstudies.com/blog/taxnews/2008/07/11/senate_closing_in_on_passage_of_housing_">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-11:/commentary/2474263 2008-07-11T00:00:00Z ARRA News Service The Senate will resume consideration of the housing bill (motion to disagree with House amendment #3 to HR 3221). A final procedural vote on the bill is scheduled for 5:20 PM which would return the bill back to the House. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://arkansasgopwing.blogspot.com/2008/07/today-in-washington-d-c-july-11-2008.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-11:/commentary/2474262 2008-07-11T00:00:00Z Reverse Mortgage Guide The measure, HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act, now goes to the House for consideration. In practice, the House and Senate versions of the measure will be combined into a finalized form by a conference ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bestreversemortgage.com/reverse-mortgage/bulletin-fha-reform-approved-in-senate-63-5/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-11:/commentary/2472330 2008-07-11T00:00:00Z League of California Cities All Stories feed The Senate is expected to approve HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act on Friday, July 11. In addition to containing $3.9 billion of funding for state and local governments for foreclosed property acquisition and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.cacities.org/index.jsp?displaytype=11&amp;story=27337">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-11:/commentary/2472328 2008-07-11T00:00:00Z Joseph&#39;s Blog HR 3221 Senate Passes New FHA rules. The bill would update a number of rules for FHA loans. Among them, it would increase to 3.5% from 3% the down payment requirement for borrowers in FHA loans. And it would eliminate a program that has ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/589247/HR-3221-Senate-Passes">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-11:/commentary/2472327 2008-07-11T00:00:00Z Open Congress : Sen. George Voinovich [R, OH] George Voinovich [R, OH] voted &#39;Aye&#39; on the question: On the Motion (Motion to Disagree to the Amdts. of the House, Adding a New Title and Inserting a New Section, to the Amdt. of the Senate to HR 3221 ) regarding HR3221 New Direction ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.opencongress.org/roll_call/show/4863">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-11:/commentary/2471898 2008-07-11T00:00:00Z Jesse A. Hamilton | On Background The bill, HR 3221, modernizes the Federal Housing Administration and creates an agency to regulate mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, but the most watched provision is the Dodd-championed foreclosure prevention program. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blogs.courant.com/on_background/2008/07/mortgage-rescue-bill-passes-se.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-11:/commentary/2471897 2008-07-11T00:00:00Z SENATUS The Senate has passed the final procedural piece of the Housing bill (HR 3221) by a vote of 63 (Y) to 5 (N). The bill will now be sent to the House, where it is expected to be modified. President Bush has threatened to veto the measure. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatus.wordpress.com/2008/07/11/senate-passes-housing-bill/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-10:/commentary/2474265 2008-07-10T23:21:58Z News about the foreclosure bill, scams, and other listings. Keep your eye on the developments regarding this foreclosure bill . Two of these Colorado foreclosure bills would specifically monitor the conduct of mortgage brokers while another one would make it a crime to pressure an appraiser or falsify a home appra<br /><br /><a href="http://www.cpat2by.com/3/how-the-foreclosure-bill-helps/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-10:/commentary/2469385 2008-07-10T14:38:39Z Daily Kos: State of the Nation Courtesy of the office of the House Majority Leader: FLOOR SCHEDULE FOR THURSDAY, JULY 10, 2008 House meets at 10:00 a.m ... ... In the Senate: Convenes: 9:30am Resume House Message with respect to <strong class="keyword">H.R.3221</strong>, Housing <br /><br /><a href="http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2008/7/9/225525/1876">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-10:/commentary/2466659 2008-07-10T00:00:00Z AMERICAN NONSENSE By the way, the procedural history of HR 3221 is fascinating. If you have no life, that is. Did you know that the bill started off as an energy bill, passed the House in August 2007, but never passed in the Senate? ...<br /><br /><a href="http://americannonsense.com/?p=11143">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-10:/commentary/2474236 2008-07-10T00:00:00Z The Liberty Lounge Political Forums The White House wants to do away with seller-funded downpayment assistance programs, which officials say default at high rates, potentially opening the government to huge losses. ___. The bill is HR 3221 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.libertylounge.net/forums/32908-congress-wrangles-over-bill-help-homeowners.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-10:/commentary/2488947 2008-07-10T00:00:00Z Jeff Lake HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, contains a provision that would provide a temporary, first-time home buyer tax credit of $7500 for the purchase of any home used as a principal residence and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.jeffreylake.com/blog/?p=25">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-10:/commentary/2469383 2008-07-10T00:00:00Z This Century Sucks - A Fair and Balanced... McCain’s criticisms don’t hit very hard, considering he hasn’t been present for any of the six votes on the housing bill (HR 3221) in the past month. In fact, he hasn’t actually voted on anything in the Senate since April 8. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.thiscenturysucks.com/2008/07/think-progress-mccain-most-absent.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-10:/commentary/2469382 2008-07-10T00:00:00Z Daily Kos By the way, the procedural history of HR 3221 is fascinating. If you have no life, that is. Did you know that the bill started off as an energy bill, passed the House in August 2007, but never passed in the Senate? ...<br /><br /><a href="http://feeds.dailykos.com/~r/dailykos/index/~3/331762447/1876">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-10:/commentary/2467431 2008-07-10T00:00:00Z Open Congress : Sen. Charles Schumer [D, NY] ... to Disagree to the Amdts. of the House, Adding a New Title and Inserting a New Section, to the Amdt. of the Senate to HR 3221 ) regarding HR3221 New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.opencongress.org/roll_call/show/4860">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-10:/commentary/2467055 2008-07-10T00:00:00Z Foreclosure.com Blog The bill (HR 3221) will now move to a House-Senate conference committee to resolve differences between the two chambers and possibly face several potential amendments. It’s legislation that is designed to alleviate the wave of failing ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.foreclosure.com/2008/07/foreclosure-prevention-act-clears-latest-hurdle-in-us-senate/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-10:/commentary/2467054 2008-07-10T00:00:00Z Desert Beacon Senator John Ensign (R-NV) and 11 like minded colleagues from the US Senate voted to sustain the filibuster on HR 3221, the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008. The filibuster was broken on an 84-12-4 vote. [roll call 170] ...<br /><br /><a href="http://desertbeacon.blogspot.com/2008/07/hr-3221-another-ensign-filibuster.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-10:/commentary/2466663 2008-07-10T00:00:00Z Politics | AP | Huffington Post Wires The White House wants to do away with seller-funded downpayment assistance programs, which officials say default at high rates, potentially opening the government to huge losses. ___. The bill is HR 3221 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/huff-wires/20080710/congress-housing">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-10:/commentary/2466661 2008-07-10T00:00:00Z The Liberty Lounge Political Forums That approach didn&#39;t satisfy the most conservative Republicans, though. &quot;This is a $300 billion bailout for bad lenders that forces American taxpayers to foot the bill,&quot; said Wesley Denton, DeMint&#39;s spokesman. ___. The bill is HR 3221 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.libertylounge.net/forums/32917-congress-wrangles-over-bill-help-homeowners.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-10:/commentary/2465963 2008-07-10T00:00:00Z SENATUS The Senate has passed the final procedural (cloture) motion to be taken on the Housing bill (HR 3221) by a vote of 84 (Y) to 12 (N). The motion required 60 affirmative votes to pass. As we’ve previously mentioned, the Housing bill was ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatus.wordpress.com/2008/07/10/senate-passes-third-and-final-housing-procedural-motion/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-10:/commentary/2465962 2008-07-10T00:00:00Z Bloggers For Change By the way, the procedural history of HR 3221 is fascinating. If you have no life, that is. Did you know that the bill started off as an energy bill, passed the House in August 2007, but never passed in the Senate? ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bloggersforchange.com/?p=4145">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-10:/commentary/2465038 2008-07-10T00:00:00Z News from Access E* Headquarters In the next few days the Senate will vote on HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008. This important legislation will implement much needed reforms to the Government Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs) and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://aemheadquartersnews.blogspot.com/2008/07/call-your-senators-today.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-10:/commentary/2464828 2008-07-10T00:00:00Z The Liberty Lounge Political Forums The White House wants to do away with seller-funded downpayment assistance programs, which officials say default at high rates, potentially opening the government to huge losses. ___. The bill is HR 3221 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.libertylounge.net/forums/32895-federal-mortgage-aid-package-advance-senate.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-09:/commentary/2461674 2008-07-09T00:00:00Z Loose TN Canon He hasn’t been present for any of the six votes on the housing bill (HR 3221) in the past month. In fact, he hasn’t actually voted on anything in the Senate since April 8. McCain now ranks as the #1 most absent senator of the 110th ...<br /><br /><a href="http://loosetncanon.blogspot.com/2008/07/mccain-doesnt-support-vets-and-they.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-09:/commentary/2461309 2008-07-09T00:00:00Z progressive involvement Think Progress: McCain’s criticisms don’t hit very hard, considering he hasn’t been present for any of the six votes on the housing bill (HR 3221) in the past month. In fact, he hasn’t actually voted on anything in the Senate since ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.progressiveinvolvement.com/progressive_involvement/2008/07/laziest-senator.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-09:/commentary/2460558 2008-07-09T00:00:00Z KnowNasQ Think Progress » McCain, The Most Absent Member Of The Senate, Blasts Congress For Taking A Week Off: &quot;McCain’s criticisms don’t hit very hard, considering he hasn’t been present for any of the six votes on the housing bill (HR 3221)<br /><br /><a href="http://knownasq.blogspot.com/2008/07/think-progress-mccain-most-absent.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-09:/commentary/2461310 2008-07-09T00:00:00Z Above Average Jane We could be stronger and more powerful HR 6069 and HR 3221 would extend tax credits, including those that product renewable energy, invest in solar power and cleaner burning coal and other environmental purposes. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://aboveavgjane.blogspot.com/2008/07/green-jobs-and-pennsylvania.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-09:/commentary/2459750 2008-07-09T00:00:00Z 2008 Presidential Election Vote description: Motion to Invoke Cloture on the Motion to Concur in the Amendments of the House, Striking Title VI through XI, To the Senate Amendment to HR 3221; Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008. Result: Agreed to, 76-10, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://2008election.horj.net/john-mccain/congress-110-senate-vote-vote-163-on-the-cloture-motion-2/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-09:/commentary/2514989 2008-07-09T00:00:00Z Critical Nation Further evidence that HR 3221 is a bank bailout does little to help homeowners, HUD secretary Steve Preston argues that taxpayers will be absorbing &quot;preventable and foreseeable losses.&quot; Preston argues that FHA needs to be able to ...<br /><br /><a href="http://criticalnation.blogspot.com/2008/07/hud-secretary-speaks-out-on-hr-3221.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-09:/commentary/2464829 2008-07-09T00:00:00Z Free Democracy McCain’s criticisms don’t hit very hard, considering he hasn’t been present for any of the six votes on the housing bill (HR 3221) in the past month. In fact, he hasn’t actually voted on anything in the Senate since April 8. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://freedemocracy.blogspot.com/2008/07/mccain-most-absent-member-of-senate.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-09:/commentary/2459749 2008-07-09T00:00:00Z Clockwork Fox McCain’s criticisms don’t hit very hard, considering he hasn’t been present for any of the six votes on the housing bill (HR 3221) in the past month. In fact, he hasn’t actually voted on anything in the Senate since April 8. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://foxsynergy.livejournal.com/549545.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-08:/commentary/3119341 2008-07-08T22:46:26Z There's My Two Cents Getting back into the swing of things, there are several pieces of active legislation that need your attention. Below is a summary.. ... Bailout (<strong class="keyword">H.R.3221</strong>) This bill would fork over $300 billion of taxpayer money -- which<br /><br /><a href="http://theresmytwocents.blogspot.com/2008/07/legislative-alert-take-action-now.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-08:/commentary/2452390 2008-07-08T00:00:00Z New Nebraska Network - Front Page However, that bill was edged out, and the text can be traced to the final version, as coming from HR3221, which was put forth by Nancy Pelosi. The idea of E85 pumps originally came in 2006 through bills introduced by Senator Mark Dayton ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.newnebraska.net/showDiary.do?diaryId=1199">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-08:/commentary/2521367 2008-07-08T00:00:00Z DONOTRONIX “McCain’s criticisms don’t hit very hard, considering he hasn’t been present for any of the six votes on the housing bill (HR 3221) in the past month. In fact, he hasn’t actually voted on anything in the Senate since April 8. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://donotronix.tumblr.com/post/41527291">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-08:/commentary/2457829 2008-07-08T00:00:00Z Mobile Sharing The Senate will resume consideration of the housing bill (House messages to accompany HR 3221) with a cloture vote on agreeing with the House’s 2nd amendment scheduled for 5:30 PM. Tomorrow, the Senate resumes consideration of the FISA ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.simmobilez.info/today-in-washington-d-c-july-7-2008/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-08:/commentary/2457828 2008-07-08T00:00:00Z Politics on huffingtonpost.com McCain&#39;s criticisms don&#39;t hit very hard, considering he hasn&#39;t been present for any of the six votes on the housing bill (HR 3221) in the past month. In fact, he hasn&#39;t actually voted on anything in the Senate since April 8. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://feeds.huffingtonpost.com/click.phdo?i=ead318734d8216caaba21004ab1e982b">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-08:/commentary/2455563 2008-07-08T00:00:00Z elauderhill News The Housing and Economic Recovery Act, HR 3221, a landmark federal housing reform and foreclosure prevention bill, was on track to pass the Senate by a veto-proof margin last week. Consideration came to an abrupt halt after a dispute on ...<br /><br /><a href="http://elauderhill.blogspot.com/2008/07/federal-update-affecting-cities.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-08:/commentary/2454758 2008-07-08T00:00:00Z The Full Feed from HuffingtonPost.com McCain&#39;s criticisms don&#39;t hit very hard, considering he hasn&#39;t been present for any of the six votes on the housing bill (HR 3221) in the past month. In fact, he hasn&#39;t actually voted on anything in the Senate since April 8. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://feeds.huffingtonpost.com/click.phdo?i=8a4d54281eb62b5f315cf29c88be87d5">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-08:/commentary/2454757 2008-07-08T00:00:00Z MyNewPlace Blog HR 3221, which has been held up since we started our weekly Apartment Rental News Roundups, passed the second of three necessary cloture votes yesterday. The last cloture vote is proving to be quite a battle. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mynewplace.com/blog/2008/07/08/apartment-rental-news-weekly-roundup/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-07:/commentary/3119342 2008-07-07T22:40:29Z Senate by Cboldt Monday, July 7 is going to be used to set up passage of the Housing Bailout. The cloture vote to limit debate on final passage of <strong class="keyword">H.R.3221</strong> is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. today. ---===--- Tuesday<br /><br /><a href="http://cboldt.blogspot.com/2008/07/interdependence-month-2008.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-07:/commentary/3119343 2008-07-07T14:31:45Z Daily Kos: State of the Nation The Congress returns from its Independence Day District Work Period this week, and here, courtesy of the Majority Leader's office, is what's on tap on the House side: MONDAY, JULY 8, 2008 The House is not in session. TUESDAY, JULY 9, 2008 The House w<br /><br /><a href="http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2008/7/7/9502/22325">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-07:/commentary/2448203 2008-07-07T11:26:02Z Shopfloor Congress is back after the Fourth of July break, and President Bush is in Toyako, Japan, for the G-8 Summit, ... of <strong class="keyword">H.R.3221</strong>, the housing bill. Action is planned — but so is further delay — on H.R. 6304, the FISA<br /><br /><a href="http://www.shopfloor.org/2008/07/07/the-week-ahead-the-week-of-july-7/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-07:/commentary/2452846 2008-07-07T00:00:00Z Open Congress : Sen. Charles Grassley [R, IA] Charles Grassley [R, IA] voted &#39;Aye&#39; on the question: On the Cloture Motion (Motion to Invoke Cloture on the Motion to Concur in the Amendments of the House, Striking Title VI through XI, To the Senate Amendment to HR 3221 ) regarding ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.opencongress.org/roll_call/show/4838">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-07:/commentary/2450484 2008-07-07T00:00:00Z Conservative Belle ... to be &quot;particularly active on fiscal issues, relentlessly pursuing a balanced budget&quot; be also aggressively outspoken on issues such as the Dodd-Countrywide Mortgage Bailout legislation(HR 3221) currently being proposed in Congress? ...<br /><br /><a href="http://conservativebelle.blogspot.com/2008/07/between-devil-and-deep-blue-sea.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-07:/commentary/2450483 2008-07-07T00:00:00Z S. XTX After that, they resumed consideration on HR 3221 and proceeded to a cloture motion vote. Motion to Invoke Cloture on the Motion to Concur in the Amendments of the House, Striking Title VI through XI, To the Senate Amendment to HR 3221, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatextx.blogspot.com/2008/07/today-senate-floor.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-07:/commentary/2452371 2008-07-07T00:00:00Z DCRepublican.com Question: On the Cloture Motion (Motion to Invoke Cloture on the Motion to Concur in the Amendments of the House, Striking Title VI through XI, To the Senate Amendment to HR 3221 ). Measure Title: A bill to provide needed housing reform ...<br /><br /><a href="http://dcrepublican.com/2008/07/07/another-disappointing-senate-vote/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-07:/commentary/2450485 2008-07-07T00:00:00Z SENATUS The Senate has passed yet another procedural (cloture) motion on the Housing Bill (HR 3221) by a vote of 76 (Y) to 10 (N). The motion required 60 affirmative votes to pass. Due to the way in which the House passed the bill, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatus.wordpress.com/2008/07/07/senate-passes-another-procedural-vote-on-housing-bill/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-06:/commentary/2446898 2008-07-06T00:00:00Z JasonPye.com The text of the provision, found in HR 3221, can be found here:. Payment Card and Third Party Network Information Reporting. The proposal requires information reporting on payment card and third party network transactions. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.jasonpye.com/blog/2008/07/feds_want_to_monitor_financial.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-06:/commentary/2443499 2008-07-06T00:00:00Z 0DayNews.org - Breaking News Headlines Senator Dodd is trying to pull a fast one in HR 3221 by slipping in a provision, totally unrelated to preventing foreclosures, that would require that personal credit card purchases must be reported to the Federal Government.[...]<br /><br /><a href="http://0daynews.org/archives/2008/jul/06-jul-08.html#28">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-06:/commentary/2448065 2008-07-06T00:00:00Z Diabetic Diet Blog 4983 to HR 3221; see pages S5902 et seq of the Congressional Record) actually requires: Each payment settlement entity shall make a return for each calendar year setting forth– (1) the name, address, and TIN of each participating payee ...<br /><br /><a href="http://gooddiabeticdiet.com/2008/07/06/dietary-guidelines-for-healthy-americans/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-06:/commentary/2442842 2008-07-06T00:00:00Z BuzzFlash.net: all Senator Dodd is trying to pull a fast one in HR 3221 by slipping in a provision, totally unrelated to preventing foreclosures, that would require that personal credit card purchases must be reported to the Federal Government. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.buzzflash.net/story.php?id=58352">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-06:/commentary/2443671 2008-07-06T00:00:00Z Curmudgeonly &amp; Skeptical² Senator Dodd is trying to pull a fast one in HR 3221 by slipping in a provision, totally unrelated to preventing foreclosures, that would require that personal credit card purchases must be reported to the Federal Government. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://curmudgeonlyskeptical.blogspot.com/2008/07/gummint-snooping.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-05:/commentary/2438577 2008-07-05T00:00:00Z 2008 Presidential Election Vote description: Motion to Concur in the Amdt. of the House, Striking Section 1 through Title V and Inserting Certain Language, to the Senate Amdt. to HR 3221, with an Amdt No. 4983, as Amended; Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://2008election.horj.net/barak-obama/congress-110-senate-vote-vote-157-on-the-motion-2/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-04:/commentary/2437743 2008-07-04T00:00:00Z Digg / upcoming Senator Dodd&#39;s addition to the foreclosure prevention bill, HR 3221: Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 could mean just that. His addition would require credit card companies and processors like PayPal to report your purchases to the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://digg.com/politics/Could_you_soon_have_to_waive_your_rights_to_obtain_credit">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-04:/commentary/2438177 2008-07-04T00:00:00Z elauderhill News The fate of HR 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, remains in limbo because of a dispute over an amendment that would extend a series of energy-related tax provisions. The dispute is significant enough that passage of ...<br /><br /><a href="http://elauderhill.blogspot.com/2008/07/housing-stabilization-bill-on-hold-in.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-04:/commentary/2437740 2008-07-04T00:00:00Z Britannia Radio - No one else was saying... According to a legislative notice from the US Senate, a new Housing Bill (HR 3221) contains a provision that will require nearly every online credit card transaction to be reported directly to the Internal Revenue Service. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://britanniaradio.co.uk/?q=node/14451">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-03:/commentary/3119344 2008-07-03T02:51:51Z New Nebraska Network Where change begins... In the next claim to debunk, Terry is claims he promoted "Ethanol use in the Federal Vehicle Fleet". Specifically, the release states: Under legislation introduced by Terry (HR 3117), all such centers must have at least one E85 fuel pump. It then says fo<br /><br /><a href="http://www.newnebraska.net/showDiary.do?diaryId=1187">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-03:/commentary/2477408 2008-07-03T00:00:00Z Over Van Alles En Nog Wat. According to a legislative notice from the US Senate, a new Housing Bill (HR 3221) contains a provision that will require nearly every online credit card transaction to be reported directly to the Internal Revenue Service. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.arnolddegraaf.nl/blog/?p=63">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-03:/commentary/2430905 2008-07-03T00:00:00Z Don&#39;t Tase Me, Bro! ... in separate bills that appear headed for passage: House legislation to shield 21 million taxpayers from the alternative minimum tax (HR 6275) and Senate legislation to help homeowners and the housing industry (HR 3221). ...<br /><br /><a href="http://mondoglobo.wftk.org/blog/qa/2008/07/irs-set-to-use-credit-card-cos.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-03:/commentary/2433204 2008-07-03T00:00:00Z Wakefield Étudiant Without any discussion, Senators added a provision to HR 3221 (The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008) requiring electronic payment services to collect, aggregate, and transmit details of every sale to the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://wakefieldnews.blogspot.com/2008/07/surveillance-in-america.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-03:/commentary/2430904 2008-07-03T00:00:00Z New Nebraska Network - Front Page As noted before, HR3221 was then folded in HR6, which was passed and signed into law. But one thing to remember......Terry voted AGAINST HR3221 when it came up for a final vote. In other words.....he voted for his amendment before he ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.newnebraska.net/showDiary.do?diaryId=1191">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-02:/commentary/2429822 2008-07-02T00:00:00Z sunherald.com: Press Releases: PR Newswire &quot;When Congress returns from the July 4th recess, the Senate and House are expected to take action on a major bill (HR 3221) that proposes $300 billion in loan guarantees to help families who face losing their homes to foreclosure. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.sunherald.com/prnewswire/story/662954.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-02:/commentary/2429821 2008-07-02T00:00:00Z Hispanic Business Magazine WASHINGTON, July 2 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- &quot;When Congress returns from the July 4th recess, the Senate and House are expected to take action on a major bill (HR 3221) that proposes $300 billion in loan guarantees to help families who ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.hispanicbusiness.com/news/newsbyid.asp?id=120223">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-02:/commentary/2429001 2008-07-02T00:00:00Z Zibb.com: Property (Industry News &amp; Blogs) Foreclosure Crisis Is a National Problem Demanding a National Investment &quot;When Congress returns from the July 4th recess, the Senate and House are expected to take action on a major bill (HR 3221) that proposes $300 billion in loan ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.zibb.com/article/3535697/Housing+Bill+U+S+Conference+of+Mayors+President+Miami+Mayor+Manny+Diaz+Demands+President+Bush+and+Congress+Include+Billion+CDBG+Neighborhood+Stabilization+Package+to+Restore+Economic+Damage">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-02:/commentary/2428575 2008-07-02T00:00:00Z Corvette Forum 2821), which I introduced with John Ensign (R-NV) just a week earlier, was included as an amendment to the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (HR 3221) that passed the Senate later that day by a vote of 88 to 8. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://forums.corvetteforum.com/showthread.php?t=2068731">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-02:/commentary/2425666 2008-07-02T00:00:00Z TWT Forums ... raiser in separate bills that appear headed for passage: House legislation to shield 21 million taxpayers from the alternative minimum tax (HR 6275) and Senate legislation to help homeowners and the housing industry (HR 3221). ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.twtex.com/forums/showthread.php?t=29550">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-02:/commentary/2425664 2008-07-02T00:00:00Z SENATUS As you will recall, work on the bill (HR 3221) hit a snag before the July 4 recess after members could not reach agreements on which amendments would be given a vote. The major source of objection came over an amendment offered by ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatus.wordpress.com/2008/07/02/president-bush-calls-on-congress-to-pass-housing-bill/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-02:/commentary/2425661 2008-07-02T00:00:00Z Untitled HR 3221 was introduced July 30th, 2007 to the House. It passed the House August 4th, 2007. It passed the Senate April 10, 2008. The Senate bill still has to be resolved with the House version. It is now July again… and still nothing. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://titanlenderscorp.com/blog/2008/07/02/where-is-the-mortgage-reform-bill/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-02:/commentary/2423872 2008-07-02T00:00:00Z Mark Of The Beast Without any discussion, Senators added a provision to HR 3221 (The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008) requiring electronic payment services to collect, aggregate, and transmit details of every sale to the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://anntichristscoulter.blogspot.com/2008/07/it-just-doesnt-stop.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-02:/commentary/2448952 2008-07-02T00:00:00Z zarafa Without any discussion, Senators added a provision to HR 3221 (The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008) requiring electronic payment services to collect, aggregate, and transmit details of every sale to the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://fariduddin.blogspot.com/2008/07/write-phone-e-mails-visit-fly-kite.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-02:/commentary/2469384 2008-07-02T00:00:00Z New Research Findings Without any discussion, Senators added a provision to HR 3221 (The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008) requiring electronic payment services to collect, aggregate, and transmit details of every sale to the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://newresearchfindings.blogspot.com/2008/07/senate-housing-bill-allows-government.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-01:/commentary/2419994 2008-07-01T00:00:00Z 07020 Forums Consideration of the Senate bill that would establish a permanent housing trust fund, HR 3221 (the name for Senator Christopher Dodd&#39;s (D-CT) GSE/FHA reform bill) came to a grinding halt on Thursday, June 26, when Senator John Ensign ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.07020.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5678">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-01:/commentary/2420813 2008-07-01T00:00:00Z Minnesota Council on Foundations Blog -... The Midwestern Disaster Tax Relief Bill — an amendment to HR 3221, an unrelated bill designed to ease the housing crisis — would allow individuals and corporations to get unlimited charitable deductions for donations to relief efforts ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.mcf.org/2008/07/01/disaster-relief-incentives/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-01:/commentary/2423329 2008-07-01T00:00:00Z Raleigh Mortgages HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, contains a provision that would provide a temporary, first-time home buyer tax credit of $7500 for the purchase of any home used as a principal residence and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/574011/Builders-say-Home-Buyer">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-01:/commentary/2422627 2008-07-01T00:00:00Z West Virginia Blue - Front Page ... develop innovative new technologies, reduce carbon emissions, create green jobs, protect consumers, increase clean renewable energy production, and modernize our energy infrastructure [HR 3221, Vote #832, 8/4/07] ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.wvablue.com/showDiary.do?diaryId=2628">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-01:/commentary/2418945 2008-07-01T00:00:00Z The Hill Blog Without any discussion, Senators added a provision to HR 3221 (The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008) requiring electronic payment services to collect, aggregate, [...]<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.thehill.com/2008/07/01/senate-housing-bill-allows-government-to-spy-on-internet-commerce/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-30:/commentary/3119345 2008-06-30T21:18:14Z New Nebraska Network Where change begins... I've noticed we have a Lee Terry supporter in our midst lately that seems to think that Lee Terry is some great leader who has done great things in the House of Representatives. He/She has claimed hat Terry has "authored" and passed 7 bills. So I decided t<br /><br /><a href="http://www.newnebraska.net/showDiary.do?diaryId=1182">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-30:/commentary/2417352 2008-06-30T00:00:00Z Mary&#39;s Musings The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (HR3221, previously referred to as the Foreclosure Prevention Act) will modernize the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) by introducing a more flexible lending process and permanently ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/573647/NV-Las-Vegas-Senator">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-30:/commentary/2415617 2008-06-30T00:00:00Z No Compromise When it Comes to Being Right! 2821), which I introduced with John Ensign (R-NV) just a week earlier, was included as an amendment to the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (HR 3221) that passed the Senate later that day by a vote of 88 to 8. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://gto7.wordpress.com/2008/06/30/two-letters-to-two-congress-critter-traitors/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-30:/commentary/2415616 2008-06-30T00:00:00Z MyNewPlace Blog On June 24th, the Senate held a cloture vote on HR 3221, which limits general debate on a bill and blocks filibustering. Since the bill is comprised of three separate measures, however, it may require 2 more cloture votes before final ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mynewplace.com/blog/2008/06/30/apartment-rental-news-weekly-roundup-june-30-2008/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-30:/commentary/2415313 2008-06-30T00:00:00Z ARRA News Service Left uncompleted before the July 4th recess were the compromise FISA bill (HR 6304) and the housing bill (House messages to accompany HR 3221). Delaying tactics by Democrats opposed to the immunity provisions in the bill forced Sen. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://arkansasgopwing.blogspot.com/2008/06/congress-vacations-with-high-gas-prices.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-30:/commentary/2443124 2008-06-30T00:00:00Z The Chronicle of Philanthropy The Midwestern Disaster Tax Relief Bill—an amendment to HR 3221, an unrelated bill designed to ease the housing crisis—would allow individuals and corporations to get unlimited charitable deductions for donations to relief efforts in ...<br /><br /><a href="http://philanthropy.com/news/government/5064/senators-propose-tax-incentives-for-midwestern-disaster-relief">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-29:/commentary/2402484 2008-06-29T00:00:00Z Untitled The HR 3221 provision reads as follows. Payment Card and Third Party Network Information Reporting. The proposal requires information reporting on payment card and third party network transactions. Payment settlement entities, including ...<br /><br /><a href="http://researchris.blogspot.com/2008/06/ebay-responds-to-privacy-busting.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-28:/commentary/2398969 2008-06-28T00:00:00Z Prairie Weather But then [Republican Senator John] Ensign demanded an amendment to add the renewable-energy credits, noting that the housing bill had begun life as HR 3221, the Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Tax Act of 2007. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://prairieweather.typepad.com/big_blue_stem/2008/06/if-youre-frustr.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-28:/commentary/2400140 2008-06-28T00:00:00Z gopachy - All Discussions But then Ensign demanded an amendment to add the renewable-energy credits, noting that the housing bill had begun life as HR 3221, the Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Tax Act of 2007. The Senate grabbed HR 3221 in April, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.gopachy.com/forum/comments.php?DiscussionID=22766">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-27:/commentary/2394226 2008-06-27T00:00:00Z Find Better Value The 600+ bill is aimed at helping distressed homeowners. I am sure we all don’t have time to read the full document (housing act), so here is a great summary of what the bill is going to do provided by Votesmart. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://findbettervalue.com/2008/06/27/housing-foreclosure-prevention-act-of-2008-hr-3221/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-27:/commentary/2394228 2008-06-27T00:00:00Z rpgworld2blog.com This week, Congressional Quarterly reported that the US Senate’s Ethics Committee added an amendment to housing legislation (HR 3221) that would require senators to disclose the creditor, amount, interest rate and term of any mortgage ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.rpgworld2blog.com/?p=19">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-27:/commentary/2402197 2008-06-27T00:00:00Z http://timjblair.spaces.live.com Military... Part of the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR 3221), it would deny tax deductions to residents of localities that raise tax property rates to compensate for revenue shortfalls caused by plummeting home values. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://timjblair.spaces.live.com/blog/cns!B71A619F97F176BD!107641.entry">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-27:/commentary/2394227 2008-06-27T00:00:00Z rpgworld2blog.com This week, Congressional Quarterly reported that the US Senate’s Ethics Committee added an amendment to housing legislation (HR 3221) that would require senators to disclose the creditor, amount, interest rate and term of any mortgage ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.rpgworld2blog.com/?p=19">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-27:/commentary/2394225 2008-06-27T00:00:00Z Find Better Value The 600+ bill is aimed at helping distressed homeowners. I am sure we all don’t have time to read the full document (housing act), so here is a great summary of what the bill is going to do provided by Votesmart. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://findbettervalue.com/2008/06/27/housing-foreclosure-prevention-act-of-2008-hr-3221/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-27:/commentary/2392521 2008-06-27T00:00:00Z Payment Daily News Digest HR 3221 Housing Bill with eBay Payment Reporting Provision Delayed: This is the bill that has a provision that would require card and alternative payment processors to report sales made by their customers to the federal government. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://paymentdailynewsdigest.blogspot.com/2008/06/headlines-1_27.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-26:/commentary/2402199 2008-06-26T00:00:00Z The Sisyphus Comments For additional information, check out the Senate bill summary for House Amendments to the Senate Amendment to HR 3221 – Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008. You can express you opinion on this bill by calling Congress and referring to ...<br /><br /><a href="http://rlsei.com/blog/?p=1712">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-26:/commentary/2390972 2008-06-26T00:00:00Z SENATUS Congressional Quarterly confirms that the Housing Bill (HR 3221) will not be returning to the Senate floor for debate until after the July 4 recess. The writing has been on the wall ever since Senator Ensign (R-NV) made it clear that he ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatus.wordpress.com/2008/06/26/housing-bill-pulled-until-after-recess/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-26:/commentary/2390953 2008-06-26T00:00:00Z SENATUS The Senate has been stalled most of the week because of objections to moving forward with the Housing Bill (HR 3221). The main source of objection came from Senator Ensign (R-NV) who continues to insist that he be given a vote on his ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatus.wordpress.com/2008/06/26/its-crunch-time-in-the-senate/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-26:/commentary/2390952 2008-06-26T00:00:00Z PUPAGANDA According to a legislative notice from the US Senate, a new Housing Bill (HR 3221) contains a provision that will require nearly every online credit card transaction to be reported directly to the Internal Revenue Service. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://pupaganda.com/2008/06/26/elites-seek-control-over-rising-cashless-society.aspx">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-26:/commentary/2392535 2008-06-26T00:00:00Z Apathy Online Bill HR 3221, once passed, will allow the government to monitor all electronic purchases. That, coupled with an upcoming cashless society means that no transaction will be hidden from the government. I can already hear people stating, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://apathyonline.net/2008/06/government-to-monitor-all-transactions/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-26:/commentary/2397793 2008-06-26T00:00:00Z Community Development Digest Senate majority leadership is blaming Republican procedural tactics for delaying the passage of long-awaited housing legislation (HR 3221), as Senate rule allowing debate on three major bills for push... Click link for complete story.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.housinganddevelopment.com/cdd/602">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/3119346 2008-06-25T15:11:00Z Daily Kos: State of the Nation Courtesy of the Majority Leader: House meets at 10 a.m. for Legislative Business 15 "one minutes" [definition] per side Last vote predicted: 6:00 p.m. H.R. 6275 - The Alternative Minimum Tax Relief Act of 2008 (Rep. Rangel – Ways and Means) (Subje<br /><br /><a href="http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2008/6/25/15757/7385">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/3119348 2008-06-25T14:42:19Z Weaverville, North Carolina Online Guide MegaVote for NC’s 11th Congressional District: June 23, 2008 Posted by AM on June 25th, 2008 MegaVote is provided by Congress.org as a means of tracking your elected officials most recent and upcoming votes. Recent Senate Votes Cloture Motion; R<br /><br /><a href="http://myweaverville.com/2008/06/25/megavote-for-nc%e2%80%99s-11th-congressional-district-june-23-2008/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2390973 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z pointoflaw Forum Countrywide&#39;s shareholders approved the company&#39;s purchase by Bank of America today, and there&#39;s a highly charged debate in the US Senate about housing finance legislation, HR 3221, which received unflattering attention in a Washington ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.pointoflaw.com/archives/2008/06/illinois-ag-files-suit-against.php">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2419996 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z truthseeker24&#39;s anti-NWO corner This bill is calld HR 3221. It has a provision that requires almost all credit card transacton to be report to the government (in the IRS). Now, (HR 3221) is nothing more than a slick bill in order to allow the government to track and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://truthseeker2473.blogspot.com/2008/06/commuication-is-fine-but-not-compromise.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2415312 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z Open Congress : Sen. Ken Salazar [D, CO] Ken Salazar [D, CO] voted &#39;Aye&#39; on the question: On the Motion (Motion to Concur in the Amdt. of the House, Striking Section 1 through Title V and Inserting Certain Language, to the Senate Amdt. to HR 3221, with an Amdt No. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.opencongress.org/roll_call/show/4832">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2402198 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z pvtfloodresponse -----Original Message-----From: Vicki Watson Sent: Wednesday, June 25, 2008 11:19 AMSubject: Amendment to Strip CDBG FundingSenator Jim DeMint (R-SC) plans to offer an amendment today to strip the$3.9 billion in CDBG from HR 3221. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://pvtfloodresponse.blogspot.com/2008/06/amendent-to-repeal-disaster-funds.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2402195 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z The Huffington Post | Full News Feed Two and a half months later, the Senate voted again Tuesday to limit debate on housing legislation, a new version this time (HR 3221). Neither McCain, R-Ariz., nor Obama, D-Ill., showed up for the 83-9 vote. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2008/06/25/mccain-most-absent-senato_n_109208.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2400141 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z truthnews.us According to a legislative notice from the US Senate, a new Housing Bill (HR 3221) contains a provision that will require nearly every online credit card transaction to be reported directly to the Internal Revenue Service. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.truthnews.us/?p=2238">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2400139 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z Appraisal Scoop HR 3221 - Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 passed with amendment S. Amdt. 4984 by Elizabeth Dole that orders the director of OFHEO to review appraiser requirements in the HVCC and that &quot;the Director shall ensure that the regulation is ...<br /><br /><a href="http://appraisalnewsonline.typepad.com/appraisal_news_for_real_e/2008/06/hr-3221-foreclo.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2391056 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z WashingtonWatch.com - S. 2544, The Emergency... agreed to wait until after the July Fourth recess to consider housing legislation (HR 3221) and an update of electronic surveillance laws (HR 6304). Instead, the chamber will vote on the two other measures....<br /><br /><a href="http://www.washingtonwatch.com/bills/show/110_SN_2544.html#38330">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2390976 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z appraisethis: The Best Real Estate and... According to Bill McKnight of Appraisal Ace: HR 3221 - Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 passed with amendment S. Amdt. 4984 by Elizabeth Dole that orders the director of OFHEO to review appraiser requirements in the HVCC and that &quot;the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://realestate.blogdig.net/archives/articles/June2008/25/Dole_Amendment_S_Amdt_4984_to_HR_3221__Foreclosure_Prevention_Act_of_2008__Passed_.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2390974 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z BISYS Retirement Services - Latest News June 25, 2008 – Nine senators have cosponsored an amendment to the pending American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (HR 3221), with the intention of prov...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bisysretirement.com/news/news.aspx?ID=717">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2390428 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z Politics on huffingtonpost.com Two and a half months later, the Senate voted again Tuesday to limit debate on housing legislation, a new version this time (HR 3221). Neither McCain, R-Ariz., nor Obama, D-Ill., showed up for the 83-9 vote. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://feeds.huffingtonpost.com/click.phdo?i=48298e1e2e3e22d9ea8ee9f5a9fc08c4">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2390376 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z Roni Deutch: The Tax Lady Blog Legislation that the Senate is considering in response to the ongoing foreclosure crisis (HR 3221) includes a provision that would allow non-itemizers to deduct property taxes up to an amount of $500 for an individual and $1000 for a ...<br /><br /><a href="http://ronideutch.blogspot.com/2008/06/cbpp-criticizes-new-legislation.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2390375 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z AMERICAN NONSENSE Resume consideration of the House Message to accompany HR3221, Housing Reform. That’s it? Well, no. Wednesday afternoon, the cloturemotion on the motion to proceed on the FISA bill can be voted on, after the expiration of the required ...<br /><br /><a href="http://americannonsense.com/?p=10600">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2390374 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z Angella&#39;s Blog FHA Modernization language included in Bill HR 3221. A major housing bill HR 3221 passed yesterday. The president has threatenened to veto it. How does this affect seniors? The reverse mortgage association NRMLA has been working on this ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/565788/HR-3221-passed-yesterday">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2390352 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z I Have Issues (A Political Blog) Two and a half months later, the Senate voted again Tuesday to limit debate on housing legislation, a new version this time (HR 3221). Neither McCain, R-Ariz., nor Obama, D-Ill., showed up for the 83-9 vote.<br /><br /><a href="http://media.herald-dispatch.com/blog/issues/2008/06/mcabsent.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2390351 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z The Revolution Will Not Be Digitized. ... their push to implement a cashless economic enslavement system. According to a legislative notice from the US Senate, a new Housing Bill (HR 3221) contains a provision that will require nearly every online credit card transaction [...]<br /><br /><a href="http://digitizedrevolution.wordpress.com/2008/06/25/lee-rogers-elites-seek-control-over-rising-cashless-society/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2390350 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z S. XTX Senators discussed matters concerning the housing bill, HR 3221, and the FISA bill, HR 6304. The Senate took two votes today: On the Motion to Concur in the Amdt. of the House, Striking Section 1 through Title V and Inserting Certain ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatextx.blogspot.com/2008/06/today-senate-floor_25.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2387892 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z We are living in a democracy of hypocrisy! HR 3221: Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 Here is the info: FreedomWorks June 19, 2008 Senate Housing Bill Requires eBay, Amazon, Google, and All Credit Card Companies to Report Transactions to the Government ...<br /><br /><a href="http://revolutionnow05.livejournal.com/194060.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2387850 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z Hope for America Coalition: Join the Freedom... Buried in the Senate Banking Committee chair’s amended 630-page Housing Bill (HR3221, the so-called “American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008″) is a provision requiring all credit card companies, including online ...<br /><br /><a href="http://hfac.wordpress.com/2008/06/25/senate-action-alert/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2387848 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z FreedomHampton.Com - Real Estate Appraisal Guide HR 3221 - Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 passed with amendment S. Amdt. 4984 by Elizabeth Dole that orders the director of OFHEO to review appraiser requirements in the HVCC and that &quot;the Director shall ensure that the regulation is ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.freedomhampton.com/2008/06/dole-amendment-s-amdt-4984-to-hr-3221-foreclosure-prevention-act-of-2008-passed/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2387847 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z SENATUS After a long few days of behind-the-scenes negotiations over amendments, the Senate has passed the Housing Bill (HR 3221) by a vote of 79 (Y) to 16 (N). At this time, it does not appear that the House will take up the bill until after ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatus.wordpress.com/2008/06/25/senate-passes-housing-bill/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2387846 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z PsyWarriorMatrix.com According to a legislative notice from the US Senate, a new Housing Bill (HR 3221) contains a provision that will require nearly every online credit card transaction to be reported directly to the Internal Revenue Service. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.psywarriormatrix.com/viewtopic.php?p=17650#17650">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2387813 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z Tax News The Senate on June 24 agreed 83-to-9 to limit debate on a housing stimulus bill (HR 3221). At press time, Senate leaders were still deciding on the timing for substituting their bill, which includes a $14-billion tax title offered by ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.centerfortaxstudies.com/blog/taxnews/2008/06/25/senate_agrees_to_limit_debate_on_housing">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2387812 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z SENATUS Updating our earlier post, it appears that Senator Ensign (R-NV) is the unnamed Senator who has been holding up further work on the Housing Bill (HR 3221). He is refusing to allow the bill to be moved forward until he is given a vote on ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatus.wordpress.com/2008/06/25/ensign-holding-up-housing-bill/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2387811 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z ARRA News Service They will resume post-cloture consideration of the motion to concur with the Dodd substitute amendment to the housing bill (House message to Senate amendments to HR 3221). Later in the day, there will be a cloture vote on the compromise ...<br /><br /><a href="http://arkansasgopwing.blogspot.com/2008/06/today-in-washington-d-c-june-25-2008.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2387810 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z Bloggers For Change Resume consideration of the House Message to accompany HR3221, Housing Reform. That&#39;s it? Well, no. Wednesday afternoon, the cloturemotion on the motion to proceed on the FISA bill can be voted on, after the expiration of the required ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bloggersforchange.com/?p=3773">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2387809 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z Infowars According to a legislative notice from the US Senate, a new Housing Bill (HR 3221) contains a provision that will require nearly every online credit card transaction to be reported directly to the Internal Revenue Service. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.infowars.com/?p=2866">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2386653 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z SENATUS A vote on passage of the Housing Bill (HR 3221) could come as early as today as Senate leaders continue to negotiate which amendments will be afforded a vote. Fox News reports that at least two amendments have been declared &quot;germane&quot; ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatus.wordpress.com/2008/06/25/final-vote-on-housing-bill-could-come-today/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2386633 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z Bloggers For Change The upper chamber still has the housing bill (HR 3221) to finish up, in addition to FISA and the Iraq supplemental/GI Bill/unemployment extension. Here&#39;s Harry Reid, on the floor earlier tonight, describing the problem and its ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bloggersforchange.com/?p=3763">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2386432 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z CovenantNews.com Lee Rogers / Rogue Government: The terrorists in the federal government are continuing their push to implement a cashless economic enslavement system. According to a legislative notice from the US Senate, a new Housing Bill (HR 3221) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.covenantnews.com/blog/archives/043479.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2386094 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z VOT3R - Unemployment NEWS Is the Senate&#39;s race to the recess catching up with them? The upper chamber still has the housing bill (HR 3221) to finish up, in addition to FISA and...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.vot3r.com/stories/541436">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2386093 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z TruthNews.us The HR 3221 provision reads as follows. Payment Card and Third Party Network Information Reporting. The proposal requires information reporting on payment card and third party network transactions. Payment settlement entities, including ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.truthnews.us/?p=2222">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2386092 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z 43rd State Blues: Democracy for Idaho The bill (HR 3221) would make more energy independent by helping businesses and investing in alternative energy. Repealing &quot;Big Oil&quot; Subsidies. The bill (HR 6) would have ended the egregious, lavish tax breaks heaped on the world&#39;s ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.43rdstateblues.com/?q=sali_votes_for_price_gouging">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2491332 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z TruthSeeker24&#39;s anti-NWO corner AddThis Social Bookmark Button. The terrorists in the federal government are continuing their push to implement a cashless economic enslavement system. According to a legislative notice from the US Senate, a new Housing Bill (HR 3221) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://truthseeker2473.blogspot.com/2008/06/elites-seek-control-over-rising.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-25:/commentary/2491331 2008-06-25T00:00:00Z conspiracy theories The terrorists in the federal government are continuing their push to implement a cashless economic enslavement system. According to a legislative notice from the US Senate, a new Housing Bill (HR 3221) contains a provision that will ...<br /><br /><a href="http://conspiracytheories.venuscommunity.com/elites-seek-control-over-rising-cashless-society.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-24:/commentary/2386096 2008-06-24T14:20:20Z Daily Kos: State of the Nation Courtesy of your friendly neighborhood House Majority Leader: House Meets At 9:00 a.m.: Morning Hour [definition]; 10:00 a.m.: Legislative Business Unlimited "One Minutes" [definition] Per Side Last Vote Predicted: 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. Suspensions [<br /><br /><a href="http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2008/6/24/03320/7236">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-24:/commentary/3203308 2008-06-24T01:28:04Z Greene County Democrats June 23, 2008 In this MegaVote for Tennessee's 1st Congressional District: Recent Congressional Votes - [ *] Senate: Cloture Motion; Renewable Energy and Job Creation Act of 2008 [ *] Senate: Overriding the Veto of the Food, Conservation, and Energy A<br /><br /><a href="http://greenecountydemocrats.blogspot.com/2008/06/votes-for-tennessees-1st-congressional.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-24:/commentary/2382971 2008-06-24T00:00:00Z AMERICAN NONSENSE Resume consideration of the House message to accompany HR3221, the Housing Reform legislation for up to one hour, equally divided and controlled. 10:30am filing deadline for amendments to Dodd-Shelby Substitute amendment #4983 with ...<br /><br /><a href="http://americannonsense.com/?p=10560">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-24:/commentary/2382949 2008-06-24T00:00:00Z Bloggers For Change Resume consideration of the House message to accompany HR3221, the Housing Reform legislation for up to one hour, equally divided and controlled. 10:30am filing deadline for amendments to Dodd-Shelby Substitute amendment #4983 with ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bloggersforchange.com/?p=3720">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-24:/commentary/3105058 2008-06-24T00:00:00Z SENATUS the crypt reports on majority leader reid’s (d-nv) comments to reporters earlier today in which he indicated that a new emergency spending bill may be crafted in the coming weeks. the idea behind the bill would be to satisfy members and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatus.wordpress.com/2008/06/24/another-emergency-spending-bill-possible-housing-bill-may-be-pushed-back/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-24:/commentary/2382972 2008-06-24T00:00:00Z Club for Growth The Club for Growth urges all Senators to vote &quot;NO&quot; on the Dodd/Shelby substitute amendment (#4983) to the Housing Bill (HR 3221). This key vote will be part of our 2008 Congressional Scorecard. This bill amounts to a massive bailout ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.clubforgrowth.org/2008/06/senate_key_vote_doddshelby_hou.php">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-24:/commentary/2386095 2008-06-24T00:00:00Z Britannia Radio - No one else was saying... ... and treats every American small business or eBay power seller like a criminal on parole by requiring an unprecedented level of reporting to the federal government,&quot; announced Freedom Works. The HR 3221 provision reads as follows. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://britanniaradio.co.uk/?q=node/14040">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-24:/commentary/2390377 2008-06-24T00:00:00Z Original Signal - Transmitting Politics The upper chamber still has the housing bill (HR 3221) to finish up, in addition to FISA and the Iraq supplemental/GI Bill/unemployment extension. Here&#39;s Harry Reid, on the floor earlier tonight, describing the problem and its ...<br /><br /><a href="http://politics.originalsignal.com/article/139914/fisa-still-up-in-the-air-in-the-senate.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-24:/commentary/2390954 2008-06-24T00:00:00Z Congress - Press Releases The amendments would have delayed, or stopped, new and costly tax reporting requirements that were inserted as a way to offset costs in the measure, the Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR 3221). Crapo, a member of both the Senate Finance ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www6.lexisnexis.com/publisher/EndUser?Action=UserDisplayFullDocument&amp;orgId=574&amp;topicId=100007410&amp;docId=l:812636604&amp;isRss=true">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-24:/commentary/2390975 2008-06-24T00:00:00Z THE LCEA INSIDER Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 - HR3221 The Senate is likely to vote on this housing-stimulus bill. --------------------------------------------------------- The Alternative Minimum Tax Relief Act of 2008 - HR6275 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://lceainsider.blogspot.com/2008/06/voting-for-iowas-5th-congressional.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-24:/commentary/2402240 2008-06-24T00:00:00Z SENATUS Politico reports that Senator Cornyn (R-TX), Ranking Member of the Senate Ethics Committee, will introduce an amendment later today to the Housing Bill (HR 3221) that would require all Senators to fully disclose the mortgage terms and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatus.wordpress.com/2008/06/24/cornyn-to-propose-mortgage-disclosure-amendment/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-24:/commentary/2385523 2008-06-24T00:00:00Z S. XTX Today on the floor members convened to talk about the House Bill, HR 3221. This morning they voted to proceed with the bill, vote detail can be found below. The final debate started today on HR 3221 with members vigorously promoting the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatextx.blogspot.com/2008/06/today-senate-floor_24.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-24:/commentary/2383004 2008-06-24T00:00:00Z DCRepublican.com T he final vote on HR 3221 was 83 yea’s, 9 nay’s, and then there were 8 member of the Senate who were either running for President, recovering from surgery, or simply didn’t want to show the American people that they had a pair and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://dcrepublican.com/2008/06/24/cloture-vote-on-housing-bill-passes-9-republicans-step-up-to-the-plate/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-23:/commentary/2375436 2008-06-23T00:00:00Z Monarch and Ranking Member Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) announced on June 17, 2008, that they intend to offer tax measures as part of a larger amendment to a housing bill, HR 3221 Monarch bluegrass/folk. I&#39;m very sorry I&#39;m late! ...<br /><br /><a href="http://monarch4.blogspot.com/2008/06/monarch_23.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-23:/commentary/2375777 2008-06-23T00:00:00Z Truth Of A Nation In an effort to “fixâ€* the sub-prime housing debacle, some of the provisions and recently approved amendments to the “Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008â€* (HR 3221) have raised issues of personal privacy. One amendment would create a ...<br /><br /><a href="http://truthofanation.com/2008/06/23/the-mortgage-crisis-is-no-excuse-to-invade-privacy.aspx">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-23:/commentary/2381894 2008-06-23T00:00:00Z Blogging For Michigan - Front Page Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 - HR3221 - The Senate is likely to vote on this housing-stimulus bill. The Alternative Minimum Tax Relief Act of 2008 - HR6275 - The House is scheduled to vote on this bill intended to provide ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bloggingformichigan.com/showDiary.do?diaryId=2227">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-23:/commentary/2374154 2008-06-23T00:00:00Z AuctionBytes NewsFlash eBay responded to amendments to proposed legislation (HR 3221) that would require electronic payment systems to report the annual gross amount of reportable transactions to the IRS and to the participating payee. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.auctionbytes.com/cab/cab/abn/y08/m06/i23/s03">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-23:/commentary/2377299 2008-06-23T00:00:00Z A And E A And E eBay responded to amendments to proposed legislation (HR 3221) that would require electronic payment systems to report the annual gross amount of reportable transactions to the IRS and to the participating payee A reader of ...<br /><br /><a href="http://a-and-e2.blogspot.com/2008/06/and-e_23.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-23:/commentary/2375776 2008-06-23T00:00:00Z AMERICAN NONSENSE Work continues on HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, last punted back to the Senate in mid-May. No floor action is scheduled yet on the supplemental or on FISA, but it’s expected early this week ...<br /><br /><a href="http://americannonsense.com/?p=10531">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-23:/commentary/2387849 2008-06-23T00:00:00Z Real Estate Feeds This week the Senate began reconsideration of HR 3221, the &quot;Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008&quot;. This version of the bill includes a number of provisions to stabilize mortgage markets and reduce foreclosures. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://realestatefeeds.blogspot.com/2008/06/washington-report-june-23-2008.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-23:/commentary/3105059 2008-06-23T00:00:00Z SENATUS This week has the potential to be a busy one in the Senate with work on three major pieces of legislation likely. Housing: Work on the Housing Bill (Housing and Economic Recovery Act - HR 3221) is expected to be completed during the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatus.wordpress.com/2008/06/23/potentially-busy-week-in-the-senate/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-23:/commentary/2377298 2008-06-23T00:00:00Z Technology Liberation Front Chris Dodd (D-CN)’s sprawling mortgage industry bailout bill (HR 3221) –the required fingerprinting of mortgage loan “originatorsâ€*–Sen. Dodd and his Republican colleague Richard Shelby (R-AL) last week introduced an even more distu<br /><br /><a href="http://techliberation.com/2008/06/23/senate-housing-bill-to-require-collecting-of-online-payment-information/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-23:/commentary/2377297 2008-06-23T00:00:00Z Daily Kos Work continues on HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, last punted back to the Senate in mid-May. No floor action is scheduled yet on the supplemental or on FISA, but it&#39;s expected early this week ...<br /><br /><a href="http://feeds.dailykos.com/~r/dailykos/index/~3/318212778/485">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-22:/commentary/2382996 2008-06-22T00:00:00Z Monarch Housing&#39;s Blog! and Ranking Member Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) announced on June 17, 2008, that they intend to offer tax measures as part of a larger amendment to a housing bill, HR 3221. We reported on the House passage of the HR 3221 on May 11, 2008. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://monarchhousing.org/blog/2008/06/22/senators-propose-tax-credit-changes/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-22:/commentary/2369298 2008-06-22T00:00:00Z Monarch Housing&#39;s Blog! and Ranking Member Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) announced on June 17, 2008, that they intend to offer tax measures as part of a larger amendment to a housing bill, HR 3221. We reported on the House passage of the HR 3221 on May 11, 2008. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://feeds.monarchhousing.org/~r/monarchblog/~3/317453338/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-20:/commentary/2363099 2008-06-20T00:00:00Z ARRA News Service On The Floor: The Senate resumed consideration of the housing bill (House message to accompany HR 3221). Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid filed cloture on the bill this morning. Yesterday, the Senate voted against two amendments to the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://arkansasgopwing.blogspot.com/2008/06/today-in-washington-d-c-june-20-2008.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-20:/commentary/2363100 2008-06-20T00:00:00Z Oregon Housing Blog Finding the current version of HR 3221 now being considered by the Senate is a challenge. (The nearly year long history of Congressional consideration is HERE) I believe I have found the amendment that substitutes for the prior language ...<br /><br /><a href="http://oregonhousing.blogspot.com/2008/06/senate-housing-bill-substitute.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-20:/commentary/2363101 2008-06-20T00:00:00Z PATRICE&#39;s Blog It is anticipated that the Senate will debate and vote on the Dole Amendment number 4984 to the Federal Housing Finance Regulatory Reform Act of 2008 (HR 3221) on Tuesday, June 24. Please contact your senators now by clicking the &quot;Take ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/558967/Contact-Your-Senators-to">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-20:/commentary/2368647 2008-06-20T00:00:00Z Nonbovine Ruminations 4983 to HR 3221; see pages S5902 et seq of the Congressional Record) actually requires:. Each payment settlement entity shall make a return for each calendar year setting forth-- (1) the name, address, and TIN of each participating ...<br /><br /><a href="http://nonbovine-ruminations.blogspot.com/2008/06/ebay-sellers-use-fud-to-fight-against.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-20:/commentary/2368994 2008-06-20T00:00:00Z FreedomHampton.Com - Real Estate Appraisal Guide It is anticipated that the Senate will debate and vote on the Dole Amendment number 4984 to the Federal Housing Finance Regulatory Reform Act of 2008 (HR 3221) on Tuesday, June 24. Elizabeth_dole_2 Please contact your senators now by ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.freedomhampton.com/2008/06/urge-your-senators-to-protect-independent-appraisers-support-the-dole-amendment-to-hr-3221/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-20:/commentary/2371917 2008-06-20T00:00:00Z appraisethis: The Best Real Estate and... We have another opportunity to advance our position in Congress to fix the HVCC. Congress may take action on housing issues before the July 4 recess. A la mode has provided a simple site that will generate an editable letter AND target ...<br /><br /><a href="http://realestate.blogdig.net/archives/articles/June2008/20/Urge_Your_Senators_to_Protect_Independent_Appraisers___Support_the_Dole_Amendment_to_HR_3221.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-20:/commentary/2368648 2008-06-20T00:00:00Z S. XTX Members of the Senate met today to discuss matters concerning HR 3221.<br /><br /><a href="http://senatextx.blogspot.com/2008/06/today-senate-floor_20.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-20:/commentary/2392680 2008-06-20T00:00:00Z SENATUS A motion, offered by Senator Bunning (R-KY), to refer the Housing Bill (HR 3221) back to the Senate Banking Committee was defeated yesterday by a vote of 11 (Y) to 70 (N) with 5 members (Boxer, Cornyn, Isakson, Pryor and Salazar) voting ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatus.wordpress.com/2008/06/20/housing-bill-bunning-motion-to-refer-fails/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-20:/commentary/2381895 2008-06-20T00:00:00Z Appraisal Scoop At this point calls/emails to both US Senators is needful in support of the DOLE AMENDMENT number 4984 to the Federal Housing Finance Regulatory Reform Act of 2008 (HR 3221) on Tuesday, June 24 Thanks, Scott A Austin ...<br /><br /><a href="http://appraisalnewsonline.typepad.com/appraisal_news_for_real_e/2008/06/urge-your-senat.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-19:/commentary/3203309 2008-06-19T22:45:36Z Extremely Lame — Getting angry at the world so you don’t have to! This article was syndicated from: Extremely Lame The government wants to monitor your credit card transactions I just finished reading Little ... page substitute to the House amendment to the Senate Amendment of the original House bill, <strong class="<br /><br /><a href="http://extremelylame.com/the-government-wants-to-monitor-your-credit-card-transactions/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-19:/commentary/2350666 2008-06-19T00:00:00Z North Shore Association of Realtors® Blog (The Senate version of HR 3221 allows the credit only for the purchase of foreclosed property.) In addition, he recommended that Congress raise the income limits the House imposes, particularly for those who file single returns. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://northshorerealtors.blogspot.com/2008/06/nar-testifies-in-support-of-homebuyer.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-19:/commentary/2375434 2008-06-19T00:00:00Z HBA Industry Advocacy &amp; Issues The Senate housing package is moving forward as an amendment to the House bill and is best recognized in the Senate as the Senate Substitute to HR 3221. TAKE ACTION - HERE&#39;S HOW... Please take a moment to call your senators and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://hbaadvocacy.blogspot.com/2008/06/call-congress-free-of-charge-to.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-19:/commentary/2350665 2008-06-19T00:00:00Z Politics HR 3221 has a neat little provision that (apparently Sen. Chris Dodd put in) to help the government find new money to spend. They are gonig to require any payment facilitator in the US to provide reporting to the federal government that ...<br /><br /><a href="http://politics.golod.com/articles/32.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-19:/commentary/2397791 2008-06-19T00:00:00Z Open Congress : Sen. Thomas Coburn [R, OK] Sen. Thomas Coburn [R, OK] voted &#39;Aye&#39; on the question: On the Amendment (Bond Amdt. No. 4986 As Modified ) regarding HR3221 New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.opencongress.org/roll_call/show/4786">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-19:/commentary/2375437 2008-06-19T00:00:00Z FFF News blog As a result of a battered market, NAHB Chief Executive Jerry Howard urged Congress to pass HR 3221, a bill that includes a temporary home buyer tax credit of up to $7500 for first-time home buyers or haven’t purchased a home in three ...<br /><br /><a href="http://myfinnotes.com/builders-confidence-matches-record-low/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-18:/commentary/3203310 2008-06-18T21:37:03Z Mikenoxaura's Weblog It has become a deep concern of mine that certain Christian Ministers are treating Barrack Obama almost like a second coming of Jesus Christ. Personally, while i am not Christian (I am a satanist), i was raised in a Baptist environment and still deeply res<br /><br /><a href="http://mikenoxaura.wordpress.com/2008/06/18/a-deeper-concern/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-18:/commentary/2375435 2008-06-18T00:00:00Z Community Development Digest Senate Banking Committee leadership sends a massive 537-page housing bill (HR 3221) to the floor, complete with $4 billion in Community Development Block Grant funding cities can use to buy foreclosed... Click link for complete story.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.housinganddevelopment.com/cdd/587">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-18:/commentary/2350664 2008-06-18T00:00:00Z Docstoc feed for: legal 2 0 5 0 3 February 26, 2008 (Senate)STATEMENT OF ADMINISTRATION POLICY HR 3221 - Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Tax Act of 2007 (Rep. Pelosi (D) California and 18 cosponsors) As amended by S. 2636 - Foreclosure Pre.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.docstoc.com/docs/797777/HR-3221---Renewable-Energy-and-Energy-Conservation-Tax-Act-of-2007">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-18:/commentary/2346801 2008-06-18T00:00:00Z SENATUS Majority Leader Reid (D-NV) just announced that the Senate will move to the housing bill (Housing and Economic Recovery Act - HR 3221) beginning tomorrow. Agreements were reached between the Majority Leader, Minority Leader McConnell ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatus.wordpress.com/2008/06/18/housing-bill-debate-set-to-begin-tomorrow/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-18:/commentary/2348025 2008-06-18T00:00:00Z Amy&#39;s Blog CNN Money.com reported that Howard has urged Congress to pass HR 3221, a bill that includes a temporary home-buyer tax credit of up to $7500 for first-time home buyers and those who haven&#39;t purchased a home in three years. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/555778/Builder-Confidence-Continues-to">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-18:/commentary/2375433 2008-06-18T00:00:00Z Opening Doors - Homescape Blog CNN Money.com reported that Howard has urged Congress to pass HR 3221, a bill that includes a temporary home-buyer tax credit of up to $7500 for first-time home buyers and those who haven’t purchased a home in three years. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.homescape.com/content/Blog:Builder_Confidence_Continues_to_Slide">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-18:/commentary/2340527 2008-06-18T00:00:00Z SENATUS It currently appears that the legislation Housing and Economic Recovery Act, will likely be offered as a substitute amendment to the bill recently passed by the House (HR 3221). The Crypt provides some brief highlights of the bill: ...<br /><br /><a href="http://senatus.wordpress.com/2008/06/18/deal-on-housing-bill-reached-prospects-remain-uncertain/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-13:/commentary/2348027 2008-06-13T02:31:47Z Minnesota Central MN-02 : Lonely Kline Votes Against Gas Price Relief Why does John Kline stand alone against the Gas Price Relief for Consumers Act of 2008 ? ... and Energy Conservation Tax Act of 2008 and <strong class="keyword">H.R.3221</strong>: New Direction for En<br /><br /><a href="http://minnesotacentral.blogspot.com/2008/06/mn-02-lonely-kline-votes-against-gas.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-13:/commentary/3203311 2008-06-13T01:09:07Z Blackwood666's Weblog Another Visit to Mr. Obama “Question His Leadership?” By Grand Magister Blackwood www.templesofsatan.com As voters, this year one has to ask themselves some important questions regarding leadership. Why elect a Liberal who’s voting record is w<br /><br /><a href="http://blackwood666.wordpress.com/2008/06/13/obamas-voting-record-scary-by-grand-magister-blackwood/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-12:/commentary/3203312 2008-06-12T19:48:42Z Senate by Cboldt June 10: The first cloture motion to limit debate on the motion to proceed to H.R.6049 - Renewable Energy and Job Creation Act of 2008, was REJECTED on a 50-44 vote. GOP Aye votes: Corker, Smith and Snowe June 16 14:10: The redo cloture vote is sc<br /><br /><a href="http://cboldt.blogspot.com/2008/06/groundhog-month-again-then-recess-again.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-12:/commentary/2340528 2008-06-12T00:00:00Z buildingonline eupdate &quot;NAHB believes that the home buyer credit model in HR 3221 would help address many elements of the current housing crisis,&quot; said Robson. &quot;The tax credit would increase home sales, which would cause inventories to fall and stabilize home ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.buildingonline.com/news/viewnews.pl?id=7184&amp;subcategory=13">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-12:/commentary/2317916 2008-06-12T00:00:00Z Untitled Then there&#39;s HR 3221. It&#39;s the House version of the Dodd bill, but it hasn&#39;t always been like that--there are about 5 versions of this bill going around. It started out as an energy conservation/independence bill. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://prettymusic.livejournal.com/119928.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-09:/commentary/2340529 2008-06-09T00:00:00Z Real Estate Feeds (The Senate version of HR 3221 allows the credit only for the purchase of foreclosed property.) In addition, he recommended that Congress raise the income limits the House imposes, particularly for those who file single returns. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://realestatefeeds.blogspot.com/2008/06/washington-report-june-9-2008.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-08:/commentary/2402196 2008-06-08T00:00:00Z REVERSE IT NOW The first bill, HR 3221, has as its centerpiece, an authorization of $300 billion in FHA refinancing to help homeowners facing trouble meeting their mortgage payments. New FHA-insured loans would become available, under this special ...<br /><br /><a href="http://reverseitnow.blogspot.com/2008/06/one-step-closer-to-improved-more.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-06:/commentary/2295269 2008-06-06T00:00:00Z John&#39;s Blog The House of Representatives passed HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act, on May 8, 2008. This bill included a number of provisions affecting the housing market including the FHA Modernization Act of 2008. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/540098/Housing-Rescue-and-Foreclosure">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-06:/commentary/2295268 2008-06-06T00:00:00Z Butler County Bugle 4, 2007: the House voted down an amendment to HR 3221 that would have included provisions for more oil and gas from Alaska , the OCS and oil shale; removed bureaucratic obstacles to allow construction of more refineries; and promoted ...<br /><br /><a href="http://butlercountybugle.blogspot.com/2008/06/boehner-column-we-can-increase-american.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-06:/commentary/2295267 2008-06-06T00:00:00Z Austin Texas Realtor Blog HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, contains a provision that would provide a temporary, first-time home buyer tax credit of $7500 for the purchase of any home used as a principal residence and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://jasonljoseph.com/blog/?p=59">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-06:/commentary/2340530 2008-06-06T00:00:00Z Va Benefits Akaka (D-HI), Chairman of the Veterans’ Affairs Committee applauded Senate passage of HR 3221, with the Dodd-Shelby Housing provisions, and noted that the bill incorporated provisions from Akaka’s bill to boost limit on veterans’ home . ...<br /><br /><a href="http://va-benefits.blogspot.com/2008/06/va-benefits_06.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-03:/commentary/2265857 2008-06-03T00:00:00Z Pittsburgh Real Estate Blog The Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (HR 3221, S.2636) was passed April 10, 2008. The bill provides for a $7000 tax credit for buyers who purchase a foreclosed property. The credit is divided equally during the first two years the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.pittsburghhomesrus.com/blog/index.php/2008/06/foreclosure-tax-credit/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-02:/commentary/2307246 2008-06-02T00:00:00Z marketticker Forums My letter: Dear Senator Kyl, As your constituent and a REALTOR, I urge you, as a Member of the Senate, to NOT making permanent the FHA, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loan limits in the bipartis.....<br /><br /><a href="http://www.tickerforum.org/cgi-ticker/akcs-www?singlepost=500124">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-02:/commentary/2261927 2008-06-02T00:00:00Z MarketTicker Forums I&#39;d rather hit them with a brick[devil-3]<br /><br /><a href="http://www.tickerforum.org/cgi-ticker/akcs-www?singlepost=500159">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-01:/commentary/2260284 2008-06-01T00:00:00Z MHVMBA The side-by-side compares the GSE bill approved by the Senate Banking Committee, as part of “The Federal Housing Finance Regulatory Reform Act of 2008,â€* and HR 3221, which included GSE reform and passed the House on May 8, 2008. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mhvmba.com/wordpress/?p=94">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-30:/commentary/2371916 2008-05-30T00:00:00Z Alejandro&#39;s Blog There has been much talk by the Bush Administration and the Fed on ideas of how to alleviate the problems most people of this nation are facing due to a severly deflated housing market and illiquidity in the mortgage market because of ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/529953/What-is-the-government">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-30:/commentary/2307250 2008-05-30T00:00:00Z Mortgage The House this week will consider the American Housing Rescue and Floreclosure Prevention Act. This bill will amend the Senate-passed HR 3221 (As amended by the Senate).<br /><br /><a href="http://www.headlinegenie.com/mortgages/american-housing-rescue-and-foreclosure-prevention-act/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-29:/commentary/2249435 2008-05-29T00:00:00Z Just to the Right of You ... for submissionâ€* to the FBI and other government agencies. To track the legislation Visit GovTrack.us and watch bill HR 3221: Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008. Still think we need more government regulation in our life? Me neither.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.tsudohnimh.com/blog/2008/05/fingerprint-registry-in-housing-bill_29.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-29:/commentary/2257178 2008-05-29T00:00:00Z downwithtyranny! My opponent also voted no on HR 3221, which was titled: An Act moving the United States toward greater energy independence and security, developing innovative new technologies, reducing carbon emissions, creating green jobs, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://downwithtyranny.blogspot.com/2008/05/guest-blog-by-barry-welsh-d-in-why-out.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-26:/commentary/2247267 2008-05-26T00:00:00Z Reverse Mortgage Guide Under HR 3221, reverse mortgage origination fees will be significantly reduced and a maximum fee will be imposed. That’s great. But the bill doesn’t say anything about reducing HECM insurance premiums. Is it the intent of Congress that ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bestreversemortgage.com/reverse-mortgage/should-reverse-mortgage-insurance-premiums-be-a-cash-cow-for-uncle-sam/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-25:/commentary/2340532 2008-05-25T00:00:00Z Al Green Al Green Lets Stay Together Lyrics Today the House passed HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act. This comprehensive response to the current mortgage crisis includes measures aimed at helping families stay ...<br /><br /><a href="http://al-green.blogspot.com/2008/05/al-green.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-24:/commentary/2235954 2008-05-24T00:00:00Z Coastal Real Estate News Tax credits - HR 5720 and HR 3221 have passed but the full House needs to vote approval. HR 5720 provides a temporary tax credit for those who purchase a principle residence. HR 3221-The Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008-gives tax ...<br /><br /><a href="http://sonomacoastliving.com/blog/?p=6">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-23:/commentary/2228534 2008-05-23T00:00:00Z NDN Blog - NDN Blog Housing - Earlier this month, the House passed the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Act (HR 3221). Per the Financial Services Committee&#39;s press release, this legislation &quot;combines a number of bipartisan bills including measures ...<br /><br /><a href="http://ndnblog.org/node/2338">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-22:/commentary/2307247 2008-05-22T00:00:00Z Home Builders Bulletin The House finally wrapped up votes on HR 3221, the broad housing stimulus package. The House considered only three amendments, and, according to House procedure, there was no vote on final passage. Now that the amendments are adopted, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.swmhba.com/2008/05/22/home-builders-bulletin-51608.aspx">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-21:/commentary/2340533 2008-05-21T00:00:00Z Vacation &amp; Fun Barney Frank’s housing bailout legislation, HR 3221, which allows banks to cherry-pick the worst performing loans in their portfolio and shift them 100 percent to US taxpayers. Read. Sen. Edward Kennedy, an elder statesman of US liberal ...<br /><br /><a href="http://vacation.funtravellogs.info/?p=858">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-21:/commentary/2223013 2008-05-21T00:00:00Z Fha Loans ... American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act, Barney Frank, FHA, FHA Housing Stabilization and Homeownership Retention A, FHA Loans, FHA Secure, HR 3221, HR 5830, US House of Representatives The American Housing Rescue . ...<br /><br /><a href="http://fha-loans2.blogspot.com/2008/05/fha-loans.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-21:/commentary/2228740 2008-05-21T00:00:00Z New York Real Estate ... losing their homes and help improve home values in distressed communities. “The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008â€* (HR 3221) and “The Neighborhood Stabilization Act of 2008â€* (HR 5818) were approved by [.<br /><br /><a href="http://newyork.realestaterama.com/1-in-32-new-york-homeowners-stand-to-lose-homes-to-foreclosure/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-21:/commentary/2219610 2008-05-21T00:00:00Z Truckingboards Truck Drivers Forum The Congressional Budget Office has estimated the cost of insuring the new loans under a similar House-passed proposal (HR 3221) would reach about $1.7 billion over five years. Shelby has long pushed for stronger oversight of Fannie and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.truckingboards.com/trucking/upload/politics/36879-senate-panel-leaders-strike-deal-housing-package.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-20:/commentary/2226998 2008-05-20T18:42:15Z PHX-EAST-VALLEY-CITIES From NewsGeni.us an article from CNNMoney.com: Fannie Mae Removes High Downpayment Provisions This will improve the sale of mortgages by many ... our congress: House Bill <strong class="keyword">H.R.3221</strong> Why should I worry, the Government<br /><br /><a href="http://phx-east-valley-cities.blogspot.com/2008/05/fannie-mae-removes-high-downpayment.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-20:/commentary/2217634 2008-05-20T00:00:00Z SCHotline Press Releases Ø On August 4, 2007, the House passed a bill (HR 3221) that includes a prohibition on surface occupancy for oil or gas exploration or development purposes in each lease for certain federal lands on the Roan Plateau in Colorado. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://schotlinepress.wordpress.com/2008/05/20/the-democrat-assault-on-american-energy/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-18:/commentary/2210838 2008-05-18T00:00:00Z The President&#39;s Corner Frank’s optimism about prospects for his bill, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR 3221), stems in part from his ongoing conversations with key Senate lawmakers and US Department of Treasury Secretary Henry ...<br /><br /><a href="http://odbr.blogspot.com/2008/05/veto-of-foreclosure-bill-not-certainty.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-18:/commentary/2214468 2008-05-18T00:00:00Z 2008 Presidential Election At this time, we have posted the voting record for the first House concurrence amendment to HR 3221 so you can see how the office holder representing you has voted on this piece of legislation. We will have a detailed summary available ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.electionstew.com/president/politics/housing-foreclosure-assistance-programs-amendment-adopted">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-17:/commentary/2348026 2008-05-17T00:00:00Z Foreclosure foreclosure loss mitigation specialist Foreclosure prevention efforts are growing as fast as foreclosures. Here&#39;s a rundown on some of the programs you may know about and others that haven&#39;t gotten as much publicity. Either way, one of them could save your day. by Broderick ...<br /><br /><a href="http://merchantsautomation.com/Viralgenerator/foreclosure-foreclosure-loss-mitigation-specialist/8507/foreclosure-prevention-efforts-grow/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-17:/commentary/2210593 2008-05-17T00:00:00Z Foreclosure Articles To get more about HR3221, please surf: financialservices.edifice.gov. The following whole myth will summarize the various bills, amendments and measures:. Summary of HR 1427) (Government angeled Enterprises) ...<br /><br /><a href="http://foreclosurearticles60737.blogspot.com/2008/05/house-passes-comprehensive-housing.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-17:/commentary/2209469 2008-05-17T00:00:00Z Beach to Bay - Delaware Real Estate Information... The National Association of Realtors® congratulated House Committee on Financial Services Chairman Barney Frank, D-Mass. on his leadership and the US House of Representatives for voting to pass HR 3221, The Foreclosure Prevention Act. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.beachtobayrec.com/blog/?p=1168">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-16:/commentary/2206257 2008-05-16T00:00:00Z SE Texas Real Estate Talk President Bush may veto the HR 3221 bill as known as the Foreclosure Prevention Act. NAR press release about the bill. HR 3221 Bill full details. Governmental change is usually prompted because of a crisis. Right now, our Nation has a ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.setexasrealestatetalk.com/2008/05/three-proposed.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-16:/commentary/2208293 2008-05-16T00:00:00Z Insurance ... refinance hundreds of thousands of at-risk home loans in return for Federal Housing Administration backing of those loans and other benefits. Now before the Senate, the bill (HR 3221) is designed to rescue up to 500000 mortgages, total.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.tvojklik.com/insurance/where-the-rubber-meets-the-road-51608/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-15:/commentary/2208294 2008-05-15T00:00:00Z Foreclosure The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR 3221) is aimed at the current crisis facing middle class Americans while providing the means to prevent another occurrence of these problems. The legislation combines a … ...<br /><br /><a href="http://foreclosure.jt6blog.info/?p=6564">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-15:/commentary/2202739 2008-05-15T00:00:00Z The Florida Upfront Mortgage Broker The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR 3221) is aimed at the current crisis facing middle class Americans while providing the means to prevent another occurrence of these problems. The legislation combines a ...<br /><br /><a href="http://theupfrontmortgagebroker.com/15/foreclosure-prevention-act-hr-3221/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-15:/commentary/2204674 2008-05-15T00:00:00Z Extra Realty The House-passed bill, HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Act, includes FHA Modernization that will simplify and make FHA-backed mortgages more available. Other important components of the bill ...<br /><br /><a href="http://extrarealty.blogspot.com/2008/05/congressman-frank-notes-realtorsr.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-15:/commentary/2209470 2008-05-15T00:00:00Z Richard&#39;s Blog What does everyone think about the recent legislation in the House: HR 5830 FHA Housing and Homeowner Retention Act, HR 5818, the Neighborhood Stabilization Act , and HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention? ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/512085/House-bills-and-stability">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-14:/commentary/2220826 2008-05-14T00:00:00Z Shamun &#39;s Blog It is estimated that the House-passed bill (HR 3221) could refinance up to 500000 borrowers with &quot;underwater&quot; mortgages into FHA-insured loans. But the bill provides little incentive for investors/servicers to participate, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/510590/Weekly-Commercial-Finance-Update">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-14:/commentary/2199824 2008-05-14T00:00:00Z 2008 Presidential Election At this time, we have posted the voting record for the second House concurrence amendment to HR 3221 so you can see how the office holder representing you has voted on this piece of legislation. We will have a detailed summary available ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.electionstew.com/president/politics/housing-related-tax-provision-amendments-amendment-adopted">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-14:/commentary/2209472 2008-05-14T00:00:00Z mynewplace Blog A related measure, HR 3221 is currently in conference, where legislative leaders from the House and Senate will attempt to reconcile the discrepancies between their respective versions. According to Multi-Housing News, the bill includes ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mynewplace.com/blog/2008/05/14/apartment-rental-news-weekly-roundup-may-14-2008/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-14:/commentary/2201497 2008-05-14T00:00:00Z Reverse Mortgage Guide Now the House, under HR 3221, is moving to substantially lower origination costs. The legislation as passed by the House last week limits the origination fee to 2 percent of the first $200000 of the claim amount plus 1 percent of any ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bestreversemortgage.com/reverse-mortgage/will-reverse-mortgage-costs-fall/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-13:/commentary/2196788 2008-05-13T00:00:00Z National Wind Watch: Alerts [i] Joint Committee on Taxation analysis of HR 3221 as passed the Senate on April 10, 2008. http://www.house.gov/jct/x-33-08.pdf [ii] Chris Baltimore, Billionaire Texas oil man makes big bets on wind. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.wind-watch.org/alerts/2008/05/13/pickens-profits-show-why-ptc-should-not-be-extended/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-13:/commentary/2307248 2008-05-13T00:00:00Z welcome to realtor progress and sucess It is estimated that the House-passed bill (HR 3221) could refinance up to 500000 borrowers with &quot;underwater&quot; mortgages into FHA-insured loans. But the bill provides little incentive for investors/servicers to participate, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://all-realtor-800buyidea.blogspot.com/2008/05/weekly-commercial-finance-update_13.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-13:/commentary/2195588 2008-05-13T00:00:00Z Rock Netroots Commentary Voting 322 for and 94 against, the House on May 8 adopted an amendment to HR 3221 that authorizes $7500 tax credits for first-time home purchases and allows taxpayers who do not itemize deductions to treat up to $700 of their 2008 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://rocknetroots.blogspot.com/2008/05/wrong-way-ryan-votes-do-nothing.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-13:/commentary/2196673 2008-05-13T00:00:00Z The Hill Blog The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR 3221) responds directly to the crisis currently faced by middle-class Americans and provides financial authorities and the federal government the tools to prevent such [...]<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.thehill.com/2008/05/13/housing-package-will-help-families-rep-hank-johnson/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-13:/commentary/2198503 2008-05-13T00:00:00Z Hank Johnson&#39;s Blog The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR 3221) responds directly to the crisis currently faced by middle-class Americans and provides financial authorities and the federal government the tools to prevent such a ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.house.gov/htbin/blog_inc?BLOG,ga04_johnson,blog,999,All,Item%20not%20found,ID=080513_1960,TEMPLATE=postingdetail.shtml">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-12:/commentary/2209471 2008-05-12T00:00:00Z Mortgage New Jerseys Rodney Frelinghuysen, the so called stealth neo liberal, er ah I mean Neo Con, republican incumbent from NJ-11 was one republican who had no heart for mortgage relief, and continued to march lock step with the Neanderthal . ...<br /><br /><a href="http://infoblogs.hotspotsocial.com/infoblogs/mortgage/111525/tom-wyka-vs-rodney/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-12:/commentary/2194011 2008-05-12T00:00:00Z HARblog.com The House has passed a major housing and tax bill, HR 3221. The housing and tax sections of the bill were voted on separately; the tax section passed on a vote of 322 - 94. The bipartisan vote was not unexpected, as this tax package ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.harblog.com/?p=343">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-12:/commentary/2194012 2008-05-12T00:00:00Z REVERSE IT NOW! End Mortgage Payments! ... 2008 Yesterday, the US House of Representatives passed a comprehensive housing package comprised of two separate bills. The first bill, HR 3221, has as its centerpiece, an authorization of $300 billion in FHA refinancing [...]<br /><br /><a href="http://reverseitnow.wordpress.com/2008/05/12/fha-modernization-including-hecm-amendments-in-foreclosure-help-bill-passed-by-the-house/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-12:/commentary/2194055 2008-05-12T00:00:00Z Big Sky Cairn Or how according to the Congressional Budget Office HR 3221 will increase direct spending by $4.8 billion over a 10 year period and decrease revenues by $21.5 billion during the same time frame. Let’s talk about the effect this crisis ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bigskycairn.com/2008/05/12/stop-shoveling-you-buried-the-lede/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-12:/commentary/2194211 2008-05-12T00:00:00Z Daily Kos The House recently voted to pass HR 3221: Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008. The bill moves in the direction of stabilizing home mortgages that might otherwise be at risk. ...the measure was approved by a 266-154 vote, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2008/5/12/20543/8393">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-12:/commentary/2196629 2008-05-12T00:00:00Z mauledagain Along comes news that the House has passed HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008. To see the text, one must go to the Library of Congress legislation web site and enter HR 3221 as the search term. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://mauledagain.blogspot.com/2008_05_01_archive.html#7136062649196431100">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-12:/commentary/2217440 2008-05-12T00:00:00Z ksage Mortgages OK, so this is news from a couple days ago, but it’s important nonetheless: The US House of Representatives passed two important bills on Thursday: The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR 3221) and The ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.ksagemortgages.com/2008/05/12/house-passes-comprehensive-housing-package/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-11:/commentary/2188665 2008-05-11T00:00:00Z Reverse Your Mortgage The first bill, HR 3221 the second is . Several other pending bills, including FHA Modernization language were included into HR 3221. HECM amendments in the FHA Modernization section of HR 3221 include: ...<br /><br /><a href="http://reverse-your-mortgage.typepad.com/reverse_your_mortgage/2008/05/fha-modernizati.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-11:/commentary/2194213 2008-05-11T00:00:00Z Green Mortgage Group The FHA bill (HR 3221) would refinance an estimated 500000 borrowers with “underwaterâ€* mortgages into FHA-insured loans. It is a voluntary program that offers investors/servicers the option to refinance the loan if they agree to write ...<br /><br /><a href="http://greenmortgagegroup.com/?p=275">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-11:/commentary/2191050 2008-05-11T00:00:00Z Reverse Mortgage Daily Last Thursday the House approved HR 3221 by a vote of 266 to 154, more than a dozen “yesâ€* votes short of the two-thirds needed to override a veto. This is important because President Bush threatened to veto the bill last week when he ...<br /><br /><a href="http://reversemortgagedaily.com/2008/05/11/reverse-mortgage-fha-modernization-update/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-11:/commentary/2195589 2008-05-11T00:00:00Z Green Mortgage Group The FHA bill (HR 3221) would refinance an estimated 500000 borrowers with &quot;underwater&quot; mortgages into FHA-insured loans. It is a voluntary program that offers investors/servicers the option to refinance the loan if they agree to write ...<br /><br /><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/506192/Whats-New-With-FHA">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-10:/commentary/2185234 2008-05-10T00:00:00Z Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Success HR 3221, sponsored by House Financial Services Chairman Barney Frank (D-Mass.), aims to unfreeze mortgage markets by expanding the Federal Housing Administration’s reach and strengthening mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.chapter7success.com/blog/?p=332">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-10:/commentary/2188666 2008-05-10T00:00:00Z The Provocateur The bill, HR 3221, proposed by the Financial Services Committee Chairman Barney Frank, actually pays individuals to stay in their homes giving every homeowner who is in trouble a 10 percent equity stake in their home. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://theeprovocateur.blogspot.com/2008/05/sensible-pols-mortgage-perspective.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-10:/commentary/2188667 2008-05-10T00:00:00Z Mortgage Broker Forums at Broker Outpost I just received a post stating FHA HR 3221 passed in the House of Rep. From what I read, this will allow people who are upside down to refinance and gives investors who buy foreclosed properties a 7k tax credit. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://forum.brokeroutpost.com/loans/forum/2/221082.htm#939336">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-10:/commentary/2188668 2008-05-10T00:00:00Z Loss Mitigation This bill will amend the Senate-passed HR 3221 (As amended by the Senate). Click here to view the legislation Everyone—homeowners, lenders, neighborhoods, indeed our entire economy is worse off when a foreclosure occurs and when ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.apply2save.com/2008/05/sauturday-summary.htm">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-09:/commentary/2177455 2008-05-09T00:00:00Z Conservatives for Corker I voted against the housing stimulus bill, HR 3221, passed by the Senate in April. I had hoped to be able to support the bill, but as it evolved and new provisions were added, it became clear that the package doesn’t address the real ...<br /><br /><a href="http://conservativesforcorker.blogspot.com/2008/05/corker-newsletter-may-2008.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-09:/commentary/2181297 2008-05-09T00:00:00Z 98201 - No. Everett Real Estate&lt;br&gt; The centerpiece of HR 3221 is the creation of a new program that will allow the FHA to refinance mortgages for homeowners facing foreclosure. Under the terms of the program, homeowners can refinance their mortgage with the FHA if their ...<br /><br /><a href="http://98201-everett.blogspot.com/2008/05/american-housing-rescue-foreclosure.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-09:/commentary/2181294 2008-05-09T00:00:00Z Keith Jones Blog HR3221 is one more reason why we need a change in the way bills are written and approved in Congress. This bill started out as the “New Direction for Energy Independence , National Security, and Consumer Protection Actâ€* and now it is ...<br /><br /><a href="http://keithjonz.blogspot.com/2008/05/be-irresponsible-after-all-your-elected.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-09:/commentary/2177658 2008-05-09T00:00:00Z Mortgage Forums for Mortgage Brokers HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act, was approved by the House today, according to a congressional announcement. The legislation combines a number of bills designed to provide relief to the ailing US ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mortgagebrokerland.com/forums/f6/mortgage-legislation-passes-house-5993/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-09:/commentary/2204675 2008-05-09T00:00:00Z Congress - Press Releases The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR 3221) responds directly to the current crisis facing middle class Americans while providing the tools to prevent a repeat of these problems. The legislation combines a ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www6.lexisnexis.com/publisher/EndUser?Action=UserDisplayFullDocument&amp;orgId=574&amp;topicId=100007410&amp;docId=l:788905982&amp;isRss=true">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-09:/commentary/2340531 2008-05-09T00:00:00Z Baton Rouge Homes Realtor Details The Senate’s bill was, in turn, an amendment to a bill originally put forward in the House, HR 3221. Differences in the House and Senate legislation must eventually be worked out in a conference committee, with President Bush’s ...<br /><br /><a href="http://batonrougehomesrealtor.com/baton-rouge-real-estate-news/greater-baton-rouge-home-appraisers-report-on-housing-finance-news/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-09:/commentary/2179302 2008-05-09T00:00:00Z Loan Modification &amp; Home Loan News The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR 3221) responds directly to the current crisis facing middle class Americans while providing the tools to prevent a repeat of these problems. The legislation combines a [...]<br /><br /><a href="http://loanworkout.org/2008/05/09/house-passes-comprehensive-housing-package/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-09:/commentary/2181296 2008-05-09T00:00:00Z Real Estate Fraud | Mortgage Fraud | Flipping... The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR 3221) appears to respond directly to the current crisis facing middle class Americans while providing many of the tools necessary to prevent a [...]<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flippingfrenzy.com/2008/05/09/president-bush-vows-to-veto-comprehensive-housing-package/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-09:/commentary/2185235 2008-05-09T00:00:00Z Mortgage Broker Forums at Broker Outpost I just received a post stating FHA HR 3221 passed in the House of Rep. From what I read, this will allow people who are upside down to refinance and gives investors who buy foreclosed properties a 7k tax credit. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://forum.brokeroutpost.com/loans/forum/2/221082.htm#939069">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-09:/commentary/2177657 2008-05-09T00:00:00Z DaytonOS HR 3221: (Sec. 112) Amends the National Housing Act (NHA) to revise mortgage insurance eligibility requirements. Alters the respective formulas to increase the percentages of the maximum principal [...]<br /><br /><a href="http://daytonos.com/?p=2585">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-09:/commentary/2177656 2008-05-09T00:00:00Z HBA Plus WASHINGTON, May 8 - The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) today applauded House passage of HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act. The bill would help struggling borrowers and boost the ailing ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.clevelandhba.com/hbaplus/?p=48">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-09:/commentary/2188669 2008-05-09T00:00:00Z Comments for Lansner on Real Estate Yesterday, the House passed HR 3221 aka the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 on May 8, 2008. This piece of homedebtor rescue legislation spends billions helping those folks in trouble keep their homes, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://lansner.freedomblogging.com/2008/05/09/homecondo-rentals-not-hurting-apartment-rentals/#comment-67152">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-09:/commentary/2185236 2008-05-09T00:00:00Z housingfinance The US House of Representatives passed the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR 3221) on Thursday. The legislation combines a number of bills, including measures to modernize the Federal Housing Administration and ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.housingfinance.com/blog/2008/05/house-passes-key-housing-legislation.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-09:/commentary/2182947 2008-05-09T00:00:00Z Tax Law - Justia BlawgSearch.com The House yesterday approved The Housing Assistance Tax Act (HR 5720), as an amendment to the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR 3221), .by a 322-94 vote, setting up a conflict with the Senate (which passed an ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blawgsearch.justia.com/visit.aspx?id=1247921&amp;type=post">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-09:/commentary/2181298 2008-05-09T00:00:00Z Preview Properties Dear Beryl:Earlier today, Congress passed comprehensive legislation that will strengthen our housing market and help American families avoid foreclosure.I strongly support this legislation, and I am writing to update you on my work to ...<br /><br /><a href="http://preview-property.blogspot.com/2008/05/american-housing-rescue-foreclosure.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-09:/commentary/2179908 2008-05-09T00:00:00Z The Full Feed from HuffingtonPost.com On April 10, 2008, the Democrat-led US Senate voted 84 - 12 for HR 3221, the Foreclosure Prevention Act, or better titled, &quot;The Homeownership Prevention Act.&quot; This measure would not only make law THE VERY REGULATION that the federal ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/rev-al-sharpton/killing-the-dream_b_101042.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-09:/commentary/2185237 2008-05-09T00:00:00Z California Real Estate Headline Roundup &quot;The National Association of Realtors congratulated House Committee on Financial Services Chairman Barney Frank, D-Mass. on his leadership and the US House of Representatives for voting to pass HR 3221, The Foreclosure Prevention Act. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://thenorrisgroup.blogspot.com/2008/05/nar-nar-says-stimulus-bill-will-help.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-09:/commentary/2185238 2008-05-09T00:00:00Z The News Now Network The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act (HR 3221) will help hard working American families in danger of losing their homes refinance into more affordable, government-insured mortgages. This bill [...]<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mygtv.net/?p=3747">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-09:/commentary/2181295 2008-05-09T00:00:00Z OC Prudent Bears Yesterday, the House passed HR 3221 aka the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 on May 8, 2008. This piece of homedebtor rescue legislation spends billions helping those folks in trouble keep their homes, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://ocpredicts.blogspot.com/2008/05/feds-set-to-screw-ocs-middle-class.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-08:/commentary/2171031 2008-05-08T00:00:00Z CanadaNews&#39; Reporter Notes ... a resolve in this poorly regulated housing industry. The non-profit sent the letter to Chairman Barney Frank that outlined HR 3221. If you would like to learn more about the organisation, check out there website: http://nafcu.org ...<br /><br /><a href="http://canadanewsdc.com/2008/05/08/first-time-home-buyer-tax-credit/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-08:/commentary/2175011 2008-05-08T00:00:00Z The Swine Line The House passed legislation today, an amendment to HR 3221, the Foreclosure Prevention Act, by a vote of 266 to 154, that will bail out irresponsible lenders, speculators, and people that committed fraud for home purchases and are now ...<br /><br /><a href="http://swineline.org/2008/05/08/rep-tom-feeney-r-fla-and-the-forgotten-man/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-08:/commentary/2172429 2008-05-08T00:00:00Z Club for Growth The Club for Growth urges all House members to vote &quot;NO&quot; on the Frank amendment to the New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security and Consumer Protection Act (HR 3221). This key vote will be part of our 2008 Congressional ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.clubforgrowth.org/2008/05/house_key_vote_alert_housing_a.php">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-08:/commentary/2170584 2008-05-08T00:00:00Z Untitled This bill will amend the Senate-passed HR 3221 (As amended by the Senate). Click here to view the legislation . TOKYO (AFP) — Animal rights activists on Wednesday urged Japan to reject visiting Chinese President Hu Jintao&#39;s offer of two ...<br /><br /><a href="http://loan6.blogspot.com/2008/05/loan.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-08:/commentary/2175043 2008-05-08T00:00:00Z New York Supreme Court Criminal Term Library Statement of Administration Policy for House Rules Committee Consideration of the House Amendments to Senate Amendment to the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, HR 3221 (PDF 54.4 KB) SAP Prepared by the Office of Management and Budget ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bloglines.com/blog/PLL?id=9138">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-08:/commentary/2176999 2008-05-08T00:00:00Z Open Congress : Recent Votes Type: On Agreeing to the Senate Amendment with Amendment No. 3 Question: On Agreeing to the Senate Amendment with Amendment No. 3: HR 3221 Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 Ayes: 255 Nays: 159 Result: Passed Roll Call Details.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.opencongress.org/roll_call/show/4623">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-08:/commentary/2194212 2008-05-08T00:00:00Z Open Congress : Recent Votes Type: On Agreeing to the Senate Amendment with Amendment No. 2 Question: On Agreeing to the Senate Amendment with Amendment No. 2: HR 3221 Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 Ayes: 321 Nays: 93 Result: Passed Roll Call Details.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.opencongress.org/roll_call/show/4628">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-08:/commentary/2179303 2008-05-08T00:00:00Z Business Wire Public Policy/Government News WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) today applauded House passage of HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act. The bill.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20080508006502/en">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-08:/commentary/2175012 2008-05-08T00:00:00Z The Hill Blog Today the House passed HR 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act. This comprehensive response to the current mortgage crisis includes measures aimed at helping families stay in their homes and stabilizing our ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.thehill.com/2008/05/08/house-responds-to-foreclosure-crisis-rep-al-green/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-08:/commentary/2175013 2008-05-08T00:00:00Z Housing Prices - Housing Bubble The provision — proposed just earlier this week — was included in HR 3221, the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, which passed the House on a 266 to 154 margin. “Right now, borrowers and lenders don’t know what to expect,â€* said Re<br /><br /><a href="http://www.housepricesfall.com/2008/05/house-passes-permanent-increase-to-conforming-loan-limits/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-07:/commentary/3203313 2008-05-07T12:33:00Z Oregon Housing Blog Presidents signal their positions on key Congressional bills in what are called "Statements of Administration Policy"(SAP) ... 3221 SAP suggests that the prior H.R. 5830 has been or may be incorporated into <strong class="keyword">H.R.3221</strong>. A Pol<br /><br /><a href="http://oregonhousing.blogspot.com/2008/05/administration-opposition-to-housing.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-07:/commentary/2168407 2008-05-07T00:00:00Z Desert Beacon Home Sweet Home: The House Committee on Financial Services has information on the “American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Actâ€* (HR 3221 as amended by the Senate) and its current amendments. [FS/House] One item of interest to ...<br /><br /><a href="http://desertbeacon.blogspot.com/2008/05/bush-continues-support-for-vote.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-07:/commentary/2170563 2008-05-07T00:00:00Z White House Race 2008 - AubreyJ.org Today, during consideration of two housing measures (HR 3221 and HR 5818), House Republicans will once again give Democrats the chance to address our nation’s soaring gas prices. Do Democrats honestly believe American families want them ...<br /><br /><a href="http://aubreyj830.blogspot.com/2008/05/aubreyjs-energy-update-report-wednesday.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-07:/commentary/2172430 2008-05-07T00:00:00Z Open Congress : Recent Votes Date: May 07, 2008 Chamber: House Type: Table Motion to Reconsider Question: Table Motion to Reconsider: H RES 1175 Providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to HR 3221. Ayes: 226 Nays: 195 Result: Passed Roll Call Details.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.opencongress.org/roll_call/show/4609">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-07:/commentary/2168405 2008-05-07T00:00:00Z Oregon Housing Blog HERE are the House amendments to the Housing bill HR3221 being considered by the House this week. A summary of the bill and the amendments can be found on the House Financial Services Committee website HERE. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://oregonhousing.blogspot.com/2008/05/hr-3221-amended-text-prevents.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-07:/commentary/2168406 2008-05-07T00:00:00Z Loan Modification &amp; Home Loan News This bill will amend the Senate-passed HR 3221 (As amended by the Senate). Click here to view the legislation Everyone—homeowners, lenders, neighborhoods, indeed our entire economy is worse off when a foreclosure occurs and when ...<br /><br /><a href="http://loanworkout.org/2008/05/07/american-housing-rescue-and-foreclosure-prevention-act/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-06:/commentary/2165554 2008-05-06T00:00:00Z Fortitudine Vincimus The House of Representatives Financial Services Committee released HR 3221 to be voted on. It was amended by the Senate earlier. In essence it allows the government to insure up to $300 billion of new home loans being refinanced by the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://fortitudine.blogspot.com/2008/05/no-bailout-contact-your-legislator.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-06:/commentary/2165556 2008-05-06T00:00:00Z NuWire Investor: Latest News The Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 (HR 3221) was passed April 10 by the US Senate with a vote of 84 in favor, 12 opposed and four present/not voting. The bill includes a $7000 tax credit for buyers of foreclosed properties, ...<br /><br /><a href="http://feeds.nuwireinvestor.com/~r/nuwireinvestor/latestnews/~3/284604706/the-foreclosure-tax-credit-blessing-or-curse-51553.aspx">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-05:/commentary/3203315 2008-05-05T20:19:47Z Reality Satanism by MikeNoxaura Obamas Voting Record" My fellow Americans, as a Satanist, I'm confronted with clearing up certain issues. One, Satanism, by its very nature, is conservative. Note I didn't say republican, partly as many of us are Libertarian and Constitution Party members,<br /><br /><a href="http://realitystanism.blogstream.com/v1/pid/310728.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-05:/commentary/2165555 2008-05-05T00:00:00Z Special Rules Reported from the House Committee... H. Res. 1175 – Providing for consideration of the Senate amendments the bill (HR 3221) to provide needed housing reform and for other purposes.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.rules.house.gov/SpecialRules_details.aspx?NewsID=3326">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-02:/commentary/2147324 2008-05-02T00:00:00Z CBO&#39;s Latest 10 Documents Cost estimate for the bill as passed by the Senate on April 10, 2008.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.cbo.gov/ftpdoc.cfm?index=9189&amp;type=1">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-01:/commentary/3438117 2008-05-01T10:28:00Z Senate by Cboldt Pending: H.R.2881 - FAA Reauthorization Act of 2007. Until yesterday, the base bill was substitute amendment #4585. Yesterday, that was withdrawn, replaced by substitute amendment #4627, and further amending was put under the throttled condition pro<br /><br /><a href="http://cboldt.blogspot.com/2008/05/senate-hay-in-may.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-05-01:/commentary/2161842 2008-05-01T00:00:00Z Amendment Process Announcements released... H. Res. ___ – Providing for consideration of the Senate amendments the bill (HR 3221) to provide needed housing reform and for other purposes. Meeting Time: 3:00pm Tuesday 5/6; Text of Senate Amendment.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.rules.house.gov/announcement_details.aspx?NewsID=3323">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-30:/commentary/2223012 2008-04-30T00:00:00Z Policy In Action HR 3221, was originally titled &quot;New Direction For Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act&quot; and passed the House last summer. The Senate didn&#39;t consider this bill at the time, but did pass, along with the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.policyinaction.com/2008/04/downsizer-dispatch_30.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-30:/commentary/2175044 2008-04-30T00:00:00Z Mortgagers Finance In an effort to soothe a struggling housing market, Congress has taken yet another step to help homeowners and businesses weather the tough times they may be facing. Read full entry.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mortgagerefinancenews.com/2008/04/30/hr-3221-foreclosure-prevention-act-aids-buyers/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-30:/commentary/2132881 2008-04-30T00:00:00Z RMI Atlantic In an effort to soothe a struggling housing market, Congress has taken yet another step to help homeowners and businesses weather the tough times they may be facing.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.rmi-atlantic.com/2008/04/30/hr-3221-foreclosure-prevention-act-aids-home-buyers/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-30:/commentary/2150641 2008-04-30T00:00:00Z Mortgage In an effort to soothe a struggling housing market, Congress has taken yet another step to help homeowners and businesses weather the tough times they may be facing....<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.befreeofdebtnow.com/blogs/mortgage/9064/hr-3221-foreclosure-prevention/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-30:/commentary/2175045 2008-04-30T00:00:00Z Mortgage Lending News / Published Mortgage News In an effort to soothe a struggling housing market, Congress has taken yet another step to help homeowners and businesses weather the tough times they may be facing. 3 Vote(s)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mortgage-lending-news.com/Mortgages/HR_3221_-_Foreclosure_Prevention_Act_aids_home_buyers/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-29:/commentary/2128645 2008-04-29T00:00:00Z Untitled In an effort to soothe a struggling housing market, Congress has taken yet another step to help homeowners and businesses weather the tough times they may be facing. Original post by Carol Williams Wenatchee Real Estate ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.propertyhype.com/hr-3221-foreclosure-prevention-act-aids-buyers/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-29:/commentary/2504297 2008-04-29T00:00:00Z Refinance, Mortgage Loans, Home Equity In an effort to soothe a struggling housing market, Congress has taken yet another step to help homeowners and businesses weather the tough times they may be facing.<br /><br /><a href="http://mortgage-loans.000webhost.info/allgemein/hr-3221-foreclosure-prevention-act-aids-buyers">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-29:/commentary/2185239 2008-04-29T00:00:00Z Mortgage Lending News / Published Mortgage News In an effort to soothe a struggling housing market, Congress has taken yet another step to help homeowners and businesses weather the tough times they may be facing. 2 Vote(s)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mortgage-lending-news.com/Mortgages/HR_3221_-_Foreclosure_Prevention_Act_aids_buyers/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-29:/commentary/2182948 2008-04-29T00:00:00Z Home Improvement Loans HR 3221 - Foreclosure Prevention Act aids buyers April 29th, 2008 | Category: Mortgage News In an effort to soothe a struggling housing market, Congress has taken yet another step to help homeowners and businesses weather the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.home-improvement-uk-loans.co.uk/hr-3221-foreclosure-prevention-act-aids-buyers/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-29:/commentary/2132520 2008-04-29T00:00:00Z Household Finances HR 3221 - Foreclosure Prevention Act aids buyers April 29th, 2008 | Category: Mortgage News In an effort to soothe a struggling housing market, Congress has taken yet another step to help homeowners and businesses weather the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://householdfinances.itfinances.net/2008/04/29/hr-3221-foreclosure-prevention-act-aids-buyers/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-29:/commentary/2128075 2008-04-29T00:00:00Z Mortgage News | Quicken Loans In an effort to soothe a struggling housing market, Congress has taken yet another step to help homeowners and businesses weather the tough times they may be facing.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.quickenloans.com/mortgage-news/article/753.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-28:/commentary/2123966 2008-04-28T00:00:00Z garnesmortgage.com The Senate bill (HR 3221) has four tax provisions. It includes a one-time special property tax deduction of $500 for individuals who do not itemize their deductions. A second provision directed to homebuilders provides them with ...<br /><br /><a href="http://garnesmortgage.com/blog/?p=19">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-25:/commentary/2107073 2008-04-25T00:00:00Z MarketTicker Forums Senate bill hr 3221 will allow lenders and builders to carry back their losses. If this bill gets signed into law, I see this as the event that will begin the reset. The transparency we&#39;ve be.....<br /><br /><a href="http://www.tickerforum.org/cgi-ticker/akcs-www?singlepost=440305">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-24:/commentary/2105038 2008-04-24T00:00:00Z John Fenzel&#39;s Space As a testament to YOUR efforts, the US Senate has just this week passed HR 3221, which incorporated provisions to boost the limit on veterans&#39; home loans. The Economic Stimulus Act of 2008 signed into law in February 2008 did not ...<br /><br /><a href="http://johnfenzel.spaces.live.com/blog/cns!D2003254DD9850F6!276.entry">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-24:/commentary/2112084 2008-04-24T00:00:00Z John Fenzel&#39;s Yahoo Blog As a testament to YOUR efforts, the US Senate has just this week passed HR 3221, which incorporated provisions to boost the limit on veterans&#39; home loans. The Economic Stimulus Act of 2008 signed into law in February 2008 did not ...<br /><br /><a href="http://blog.360.yahoo.com/blog-0HGvClM7dK76I0kR1d_PbAVe?p=254">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-23:/commentary/2090142 2008-04-23T00:00:00Z MarketTicker Forums There are several HR3221 bills, but this is the one approved by the Senate: HR3221.EAS Section 601 is where the tax carry-back is. Search in Thomas.gov for &quot;Foreclosure Prevention&quot; .....<br /><br /><a href="http://www.tickerforum.org/cgi-ticker/akcs-www?singlepost=436261">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-22:/commentary/2089964 2008-04-22T00:00:00Z ClevelandDesignCity ... technologies by an impressive 88-8 vote, American Solar Energy Society reports. The incentives were passed as an amendment to the Housing Bill (HR 3221) from Senators Maria Cantwell (D-WA) and John Ensign (R-NV)…â€* (go to article) [...]<br /><br /><a href="http://clevelanddesigncity.com/2008/04/22/greencitybluelake-celebrate-earth-day/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-22:/commentary/2102101 2008-04-22T00:00:00Z Maryland Home Values “The NOL carryback in Senate bill HR 3221 simply allows businesses to accelerate their claim of NOL deductions that under present law would be claimed in the future,â€* said Mitchell. “The need for these deductions today is critical.â€* ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.marylandhomereport.com/nahb-credit-crunch-hurts-new-construction.htm">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-22:/commentary/2090144 2008-04-22T00:00:00Z GreenCityBlueLake - Advancing sustainability... The incentives were passed as an amendment to the Housing Bill (HR 3221) from Senators Maria Cantwell (D-WA) and John Ensign (R-NV). Global Green Technologies and Solutions, a geothermal energy company, plans to locate its national ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.gcbl.org/blog/gcbl-staff/celebrate-earth-day">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-22:/commentary/2088607 2008-04-22T00:00:00Z solarnation Cantwell and Ensign became an amendment to the Senate’s comprehensive housing bill (HR 3221), and passed the Senate by 88 votes to 8* on April 10. Included in the bill were $6.6 billion in tax credits for renewables, and a lifting of ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.solar-nation.org/2008/04/22/solar-tax-credits-redux-so-much-for-that-idea/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-22:/commentary/2088606 2008-04-22T00:00:00Z schotline Press Releases 4, 2007, the House PASSED (220-190) the Udall amendment to HR 3221. The amendment required retail electricity providers to provide 2.75 percent of their electricity from renewable sources starting in 2010, increasing annually to 15 ...<br /><br /><a href="http://schotlinepress.wordpress.com/2008/04/22/earth-day-2008-henry-brown-environmental-hazard/">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-20:/commentary/2080862 2008-04-20T00:00:00Z Rational Review » RRND Commentary After it was passed on April 10, it took the Government Printing Office seven days to put the new HR 3221 on-line. At the time of this writing, the Library of Congress still hasn’t posted a summary of the new version. ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.rationalreview.com/content/45448">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-20:/commentary/2081873 2008-04-20T00:00:00Z ecopolitology [Originally published at CleanTechnica on 4.11.08]By a rather impressive tally of 88-8, the US Senate approved The Clean Energy Tax Stimulus Act (S.2821) as an amendment to HR.3221, which aims to mitigate the economic impact of the ...<br /><br /><a href="http://ecopolitology.blogspot.com/2008/04/will-renewable-energy-tax-package-get.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-20:/commentary/2081180 2008-04-20T00:00:00Z Inbox Robot: Legislation News Weyrich April 20, 2008 Last week the Senate passed HR 3221, its version of a ... and the mortgage crisis. The $25 billion legislation passed the Senate by a vote of ... will meet to reconcile the two separate bills and agree to a ...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.inboxrobot.com/news.php?fid=165664723">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-18:/commentary/2071976 2008-04-18T00:00:00Z REO SALES By a vote of 84-12, the Senate last week passed a bill (HR 3221) that includes both FHA and tax measures and authorizes new spending to address the housing crisis. The bill includes a $7000 tax credit for homeowners who purchase homes ...<br /><br /><a href="http://reofirm.blogspot.com/2008/04/senate-passes-second-housing-stimulus.html">Go to article</a> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-18:/commentary/2077877 2008-04-18T00:00:00Z Shekinah Mer