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City Officials Push for More Inclusive "Yes" Attitude
City Council to Consider Zoning Reform as Part of Housing Plan Next Week
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Houston City Council considers tax hikes amidst budget pressures.
Houston can temporarily raise its property tax rate up to 8% for disaster relief or credit rating issues, but city leaders have not yet implemented this option.
Houston City Council members discuss potential tax increases amidst budget constraints.
Texas Market Trends: Data Sharing & New Buyer Agreement Tool
Three major Texas MLSs - Unlock, HAR, and SABOR - collaborate on data sharing; REcore launches compliance tool and expands globally.
Texas real estate market trends with data sharing and new buyer agreement tool.
Howard Hanna Real Estate Group Removed from PA Commission Case
Judge dismisses West Penn MLS case due to lack of evidence on rate-fixing conspiracy.
Real estate company Howard Hanna removed from Pennsylvania commission case investigation.
Blueprint Hospitality's Hotel Conversion Sinks Under Financial Burden
Former CPS Energy HQ faces foreclosure after hotel conversion plans collapse with developer Blueprint Hospitality.
Abandoned hotel conversion project in financial distress, Blueprint Hospitality's failed venture.
The Value of Clear Communication in Teamwork
NextHome CEO James Dwiggins on NAR's Policy History and Potential Consequences
Team members collaborating around a table with diverse backgrounds and open discussion.
Charles Cohen Ordered to Pay $187M Guaranty to Fortress
Fortress Credit Corporation closes in on Charles Cohen over $187M personal guaranty.
Charles Cohen ordered to pay $187 million guaranty in court settlement with Fortress.
My Dream Home Became a Toxic Nightmare
Warning for new homebuyers: A homeowner shares her frustrating experience.
Resident stands in front of severely damaged home with hazardous materials exposed.
Nantucket Waterfront Mansion Faces Demolition After Recent Sale
Nantucket mansion sold for $19.2M may face demolition under new ownership.
Nantucket waterfront mansion faces demolition after recent sale on island property.
Hotel Industry Pushback Against New Licensing Legislation
Hotel Operators Reach Agreement on Licensing Bill, But Not All Council Members Are On Board
Hotel industry representatives protest new licensing legislation in city council meeting.
Expert realtor coach shares modern negotiation strategies for commission deals
Debbie De Grote shares strategic negotiation tips on the RealTrending podcast for modern real estate professionals.
Realtor expert shares modern negotiation techniques in commission deal settings nationwide.
NYC COVID-19 Guarantee Law Survives 2nd Circuit Challenge
Second Circuit Judges Rule Landlord Lacks Standing to Challenge NYC Pandemic-Era Tenant Protections.
New York City officials celebrate COVID-19 guarantee law victory in federal court.
City Introduces Guidelines for Office-to-Residential Tax Incentives Scheme
New Property Tax Breaks for Multifamily Housing and Conversions: Application Guidance Released by HPD
City officials introduce guidelines for office-to-residential tax incentives scheme in downtown area.
Residential brokers charged with racketeering, accused of investor scams
Chicagoland Brokers Sued Over Alleged Real Estate Investment Scam in Southern Suburbs.
Two residential brokers arrested in New York City for alleged investment scheme.
Isaac Lustgarten Departs Alexanders, Joins Corcoran Gallery Team
Isaac Lustgarten Exits Official for Corcoran Group Amid Ongoing Allegations
Isaac Lustgarten exits Alexanders, joins Corcoran Gallery team in Washington D.C.

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