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Life sentence handed to man convicted of killing Minneapolis realtor.
Lyndon Wiggins, convicted of plotting to kidnap and kill an agent mother New Year’s Eve 2019, got life without parole.
Man receives life sentence for killing Minneapolis realtor.
Convicted killer of real estate agent to be sentenced Monday
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Convicted killer of real estate agent to be sentenced Monday in court.
Real Estate Tax Issues in New Hampshire
NH real estate deals always have tax impacts. Smart tax planning protects value for owners, investors, and advisors.
New Hampshire homeowner reviewing real estate tax notice beside state map.
Real Estate Employees Rank Highest in Holiday Time Off
New study finds UK industries with shortest avg. work week, indicating longer Christmas breaks.
Real estate agents celebrate record holiday time off.
Midtown’s Hot Spot Turns Fun: Top Places to Explore
Surging commercial energy and this year's rezoning, allowing previously banned apartment conversions, accelerated changes.
Bustling Midtown NYC street with cafés, rooftop bars, and street performers.
McHenry County Seniors Can Join Tax Deferral Program Jan. 1
McHenry County seniors can enroll in the Real Estate Tax Deferral program starting Jan. 1.
McHenry County seniors enrolling in tax deferral program starting January 1.
CEO Redefining the Real Estate Landscape
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CEO presenting new real estate strategy in modern office with city skyline.
Israel alleges Hamas holds key property hostage
Israeli PM office claims Hamas holds estate hostage; war will continue until all property beachfront views are released.
Israel accuses Hamas of holding property hostage in Gaza.
Homebuyers Face New Problem: AI-Generated Listing Photos Mislead
Proper AI edits save sellers time and money, but hidden changes can trigger buyer “housefishing” complaints.
AI-generated listing photo misleads homebuyers, shows unrealistic interior.
Colorado investor sues Adams County over higher property values
Colorado investor, Park Centre Commons owner, sues Adams County over valuations, citing excessive vacancies and risks.
Investor sues Adams County over inflated property values.
Lawsuit Accuses Real Estate Broker of Exploiting Disabled Man
Man sues family broker for exploiting his intellectual disability in Canada & India deals, losing hundreds of thousands.
Disabled man suing real estate broker for exploitation.
Westport Dec 1‑5 Real Estate Sales
Dec. 1‑5: 7 homes sold for $26M total; highest $6.8M, median $3.5M. Discover Westport RE.
Westport real estate sales Dec 1‑5: transaction volume chart.
Real Estate 101: Steps You Must Take
Busy times ahead—deciding what matters most in real estate can be tough. Take this guide.
Real estate guide: person reviewing home buying steps on checklist.
DOJ Responds to New Commission Lawsuit
Antitrust Division files Statement of Interest in Davis et al. v. Hanna Holdings Inc., homebuyers' lawsuit last year.
DOJ officials in Washington, D.C., responding to new commission lawsuit.
Buyer Tired of Listings: Wide‑Angle, Twilight Filters Catfish Buyers
After months of scrolling listings and being let down, a subreddit buyer urges agents: stop this photo nonsense!
Tired buyer fakes listings with wide‑angle twilight filters.
Trump announces imminent aggressive housing reform
President hints at 2026 reform; lawmakers unveil bipartisan housing package; Fed reappoints bank presidents; etc.
Trump announces aggressive housing reform at White House.
2025: AI‑powered wire fraud reshapes real‑estate security
Fraudsters blend AI, patience, timing, and realism to deceive real‑estate deals more convincingly.
AI‑driven wire fraud reshapes 2025 real‑estate security landscape.
Former Eastside Agent Convicted in Fraud Scheme
Former Eastside real estate broker convicted of a $2M+ investment fraud scheme targeting Washington victims.
Former Eastside Agent convicted in fraud scheme.
House Moves Forward with Bill to Broaden Association Health Plans
AHPs enable REALTOR® associations to provide affordable, high‑quality health insurance for members and families.
House passes bill expanding association health plans in Washington D.C.
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