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.

Real estate commission rates hold steady nationwide
Anywhere's business segments saw annual agent commission rate drops of 2-6 basis points.
Real estate agents working with clients in various US locations, steady commission rates.
Landlord's Right to Charge for Tenant Overstay: A 2-Month Rent Penalty Explained
Arizona landlord can charge two months' rent for five-day overstay due to state law, explained in this week's real estate column.
Landlord imposing 2-month rent penalty on tenant for unauthorized overstay in rental property.
Bryant Park Grill's fate uncertain after court ruling favors celebrity chef
Michael Weinstein vows to keep the Grill and outdoor cafes open "as long as we're in litigation."
Bryant Park Grill's uncertain future after court ruling favors celebrity chef owner.
Windermere disputes Compass allegations of market manipulation
Compass sues NWMLS, accuses board-representing brokerages of conspiracy; Windermere disputes claim.
Windermere executives dispute allegations of market manipulation in Compass lawsuit, UK.
Compass, NWMLS face off in high-stakes real estate lawsuit
Compass lawsuit against Northwest MLS sparks debate among supporters, detractors and antitrust experts.
Compass and NWMLS executives in a high-stakes real estate lawsuit courtroom.
Florida Man Charged in Cold Case Murder from Decades Past
Jeffrey Taylor, 64, arrested for 1986 murder of real estate broker Shirley Brant during attempted robbery.
Florida man arrested in decades-old cold case murder investigation, new charges filed.
Rocket's New Broker Champion Emerges
Katie Sweeney's top priority as EVP of strategy and broker advocacy is creating leverage for brokers.
Rocket's new broker champion, a person standing in front of a financial background.
Detroit property values surge, driving up rental costs
Homeowners rejoice, but renters face higher costs as property values surge.
Detroit property values rise, increasing rental costs in the city.
New York's Homebuilding and Affordability Report Card Revealed
Southern and Midwestern states top national homebuilding, affordability rankings.
New York homebuilding report card revealed, highlighting affordability concerns in major cities.
El Salvador proposes US SEC approval for tokenized real estate pilot project
El Salvador proposes SEC-approved sandbox for tokenized real estate and crowdfunding.
El Salvador proposes US SEC approval for tokenized real estate pilot project launch.
Key Omissions in Real Estate Listings Can Be Costly Mistakes
Hidden costs of homeownership: beyond mortgage rates, consider flood-zone fees and HOA dues.
Real estate agent reviewing property listing with concerned expression in office.
Higher Education Leaders Gather for Regional Real Estate Insights
Kerrville Board of Realtors hosts educational symposiums on home ownership aspects.
Higher education leaders convene for regional real estate insights conference in [location].
Zillow's revised listing policy gains industry backing
Third brokerage endorses portal's pro-MLS stance, while Zillow phases out two-tab search in non-commingling markets.
Real estate industry leaders endorse Zillow's updated home listing policy revisions nationwide.
Coastal North Carolina Wetlands: A Guide to Development and Regulation
Coastal real estate development in North Carolina undergoes seismic shift following major regulatory changes, impacting wetlands and property owners.
Coastal North Carolina wetlands, development, regulation, and conservation efforts in the region.
Developer Ethan Conrad Responds to Sexual Assault Allegations in Civil Suits
Sacramento real estate investor Ethan Conrad addresses civil lawsuits alleging sexual assault or battery.
Ethan Conrad, developer, responds to civil suits alleging sexual assault in Sacramento.
Sunrise Mall's Future Hangs in Balance Following Investor Withdrawal
Ethan Conrad scraps Sunrise Mall purchase plan after Citrus Heights city council rejects proposed amendments.
Abandoned Sunrise Mall in California faces uncertain future after investor withdrawal announcement.
Compass Realty Challenges NWMLS Antitrust Regulations
Compass alleges NWMLS policies stifle competition with pre-marketing ban.
Compass Realty executive challenges antitrust regulations at Northwest Multiple Listing Service headquarters.
Can AI-powered real estate agents close home sales?
New proptech company offers tools for self-guided home buying without agent representation.
AI-powered real estate agent in office, interacting with client at property viewing.

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