REAL ESTATE NEWS - Real Estate Laws and Regulations

Stay informed on real estate laws and regulations impacting the market, including legal updates, policy changes, and their effects on buyers and investors.

Canada's Competition Bureau Investigates Rental Software Practices
Landlords allegedly use software to track competitors' rent prices and adjust their own accordingly.
Canada's Competition Bureau investigates rental software practices in a Canadian city.
Real estate agent, landlord accused of price gouging wildfire evacuees
Southern California real estate agent and landlord charged with price gouging victim of Eaton Fire.
Real estate agent and landlord accused of price gouging wildfire evacuees in California.
NexPoint REIT Declares Quarterly Distribution Payment
NexPoint Diversified Real Estate Trust Declares Quarterly Distribution
NexPoint REIT logo, quarterly distribution payment announcement, real estate investment trust.
Misleading social media posts link DC area homes to federal firings
Social media claims thousands of D.C.-area homes are being listed for sale due to federal employee firings, but real estate agents dispute this.
Social media posts falsely link DC area homes to federal employee firings.
Zillow Confronts 5 Key Rental Market Challenges
Our mission: bring innovation, transparency, and ease to the renting experience.
Zillow executive addresses rental market challenges in Seattle, Washington conference.
Sellers Paying Over $1B in MLS Fees, Research Reveals
Zillow analysis finds private listings come at seller expense, a "double dip" by some brokerages.
Real estate agents and sellers pay over $1 billion in MLS fees annually.
States with lowest property tax burdens revealed on new map
People often overlook property taxes when moving, prioritizing jobs, family, and lifestyle instead.
Interactive map reveals states with lowest property tax burdens in the US.
Navigating the Road to First-Time Homebuying
Agents prove their value in customers' first purchase experiences.
First-time homebuyers navigating real estate market, considering mortgage options and local housing.
Court Victory Secures IC Status Protections
New Jersey court upholds broker flexibility in key decision.
Judge delivers landmark court victory, securing IC status protections in US federal court.
Trump's Re-election Implications for Real Estate and Tax Policy
Donald Trump's presidency may bring significant changes for real estate investors through tax cuts and deregulation.
Donald Trump re-election implications for US real estate and tax policy landscape.
Victim Exposes Real Estate Identity Theft Scheme Linked to Global Organized Crime
Louisiana woman DaNita Batiste battles to reclaim family property after centuries of ownership.
Victim confronts real estate identity theft scheme linked to global organized crime networks.
Lundy, RentSpree Expand Presence in Real Estate Market
Navigator chatbot expands with new partners, while RentSpree surpasses 3 million users after Realtor.com syndication deal.
Lundy and RentSpree executives expand real estate presence in the market.
Real Estate News Update: February 17 Edition
NAIOP Southern Nevada's Community Service Committee had a banner year in 2024, spearheading successful initiatives for local families and those in need.
Real estate news update, February 17 edition, industry trends and market analysis.
US Homebuying Landscape Shifts: Experts Weigh in on New Real Estate Regulations
National Association of Realtors' rule changes threaten to upend US home buying and selling.
US real estate experts discuss new regulations in homebuying landscape nationwide.
Philadelphia Homeowners: Eligibility and Application Process for Low-Income Tax Freeze
Philadelphia homeowners have until Feb. 28 to apply for the city's Low Income Real Estate Tax Freeze program.
Philadelphia homeowners eligible for low-income tax freeze, application process explained.
Private Equity Enters Residential Real Estate Market
High rents and constrained supply, driven by overregulation, attract institutional investors.
Private equity firms invest in residential real estate market globally.

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