The Washington Post writes, “Christie: Obama ‘kept every promise’ he made about helping NJ recover from Superstorm Sandy.” “Thoughts on the Housing Market Recovery,” prints Forbes. The Hill reports, “Rep. Grimm: Sandy recovery ‘just starting.’” “Underwater borrowers getting more time to refinance,” says the Sun Sentinel. Housingwire posts, “Lawmakers fight to save financing for manufactured [...]

Newsday reports, “Sandy, Irene, Lee damages: NY distributing $1.7B in HUD recovery funds.” “Federal refi program for underwater homeowners hits its stride,” prints the Los Angeles Times. The New York Times says, “Homeowners in Flood Zones Opt to Rebuild, Not Move.” “Nearly 300 Volunteers Join Rebuilding Together Boston to Renovate Homes and Non-Profit Facilities on [...]

Marketwatch writes, “Struggling homeowners take record share of refinancing.” “Q1 California Foreclosures Dip to Lowest Point in Seven Years,” reports National Mortgage Professionals. Housingwire says, “Influence of new immigrants evident in US housing markets.” “CalHFA Awarded Nearly $1.3 Million to Provide Counseling for Struggling Homeowners,” prints Fidelity.      

Rooflines writes, “Three Ways the President’s Budget Benefits HUD.” “Poll: Dream of Homeownership Alive and Well, Even Among Youngsters,” reports U.S. News. The Charleston Gazette prints, “First-time homebuyers program restarted.” “Ohio Counties Receive $1.4 Million in Funding for Affordable Housing Efforts,” says Loansafe.