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.

Assist Agents in Creating Sustainable Businesses, Not Just Numbers
Volume alone won’t sustain a real estate career; brokers must steer agents toward financial literacy and lasting profit.
Agents planning sustainable business strategies, moving beyond numbers.
Nantucketers Call on Lawmakers to Approve Housing Bank Bill
Nantucket Current: the island’s top online news source, delivering unbiased, unfiltered news, stories, and people.
Nantucketers urge lawmakers to approve housing bank bill.
She spent $50 to buy a house
Philly agent and mortgage broker secure a deal, while city pioneers an automated death‑record check to curb deed theft.
Woman signs contract to buy house for $50.
Appeals Court Dismisses Fresh Evidence in Sitzer/Burnett Case
NAR & others must resubmit briefs by Sept. 15. Law prof Tanya Monestier calls ruling a “critical” win.
U.S. appeals court dismisses new evidence in Sitzer‑Burnett case.
Can Wealthy Taxes Solve Cape Cod's Affordable Housing Crisis?
Cape Cod, MA: Affluent getaway facing housing crisis, eyeing real‑estate taxes on the wealthy.
Wealthy taxes proposed to address Cape Cod affordable housing crisis.
Playmakers: eXp CEO’s Rise After Losing It All
Watch Leo Pareja explain how to be a brilliant leader and share strategies for young agents to fast‑track their careers.
eXp CEO rises after losing everything, showcasing a dramatic comeback.
Harmonizing Openness and Adaptability in Evolving Real Estate
RISMedia CEO & Leadership Exchange panelists weigh pros and cons of the Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP).
Open‑plan office in city skyline, illustrating adaptable real estate trends.
Trump pledges to boost homeownership amid record low affordability
After hinting at emergency housing measures, Trump vows to make homeownership affordable for those priced out.
Trump promises to increase homeownership during record low affordability.
Ensuring Vacation Towns Thrive by Holding the Wealthy Accountable
RI lawmakers added a surcharge on second homes over $1M in the spring budget.
Vacation towns thrive as wealthy residents face accountability measures.
Taxing the Rich Fairly Helps Protect Vacation Homes
RI lawmakers add surcharge on second homes over $1M in spring budget.
Taxing wealthy homeowners safeguards vacation homes.
Why Landmark Real Estate Commission Deal Didn't Cut Homebuyer Costs
2024 NAR deal promised commission transparency, but a year later fees stay flat. Why slow shift on buyers, sellers.
Landmark Real Estate Commission Deal fails to reduce homebuyer costs.
Missouri law could freeze property taxes, costing districts, residents
New state law could boost your pocketbook, but may weaken local schools and fire services.
Missouri law freezes property taxes, impacting school districts and residents.
Former NAR antitrust lawyer becomes Compass's chief legal officer
Ethan Glass, lead counsel in commission cases, highlights Compass’s steadfast commitment to seller choice, says CEO Reffkin.
Former NAR antitrust lawyer appointed Compass chief legal officer.
Rental investors: spots for high ROI and minimal red tape
Top investor cities: Florida & Texas, with lower home prices, high demand, landlord‑friendly regulations.
Rental investors find high ROI spots with minimal red tape.
Top Real Estate Investing Apps
Before investing in real estate, know exactly what you’re buying and the risks involved.
Smartphone screen shows top real estate investing apps over city skyline.
Poll: Mamdani Holds Strong Lead in NYC Mayor Race
Four-way race: Mamdani 46% of likely voters, Cuomo 24%, Sliwa 15%, Adams 9%.
Mamdani leads NYC mayor race in poll.
Gunster Law Firm Rehires Leading Real Estate Attorney Jessica Shapiro
Shapiro returns to boost the firm’s Real Estate practice, representing high‑net‑worth clients, developers, and investors.
Jessica Shapiro rejoining Gunster Law Firm as leading real‑estate attorney.
Anna Maria Islander: Island Property Deals – 09/10/2025
Island Real Estate Transactions – 09/10/2025 – Read this week’s Anna Maria Island, FL real estate news.
Anna Maria Island property listings showcased on local news website.

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