REAL ESTATE NEWS - Real Estate Laws and Regulations

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Private listings expose agents to 'huge risk' of costly lawsuits
Windermere leader explains why he took a stand and potential legal consequences for brokerages.
Real estate agents face costly lawsuits from private property listings disputes.
Compass Real Estate faces trial in dispute with NWMLS
Brokerage giant and Washington state MLS at odds over pre-marketing rules, headed to jury trial.
Compass Real Estate executives on trial in NWMLS dispute in Seattle.
Federal Reserve official advocates for interest rate reduction in July.
Federal officials weigh in on housing market, with differing views on interest rates and land use.
Federal Reserve official speaks at podium, advocating for interest rate reduction in July.
New York City Broker Fee Law Ignored by Real Estate Agents
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New York City real estate agents ignore broker fee law regulations.
Tampa Bay Business & Wealth: Shumaker Welcomes New Real Estate Partner
Shumaker Expands Commercial Real Estate Roster with New Partner Andrew F. Ford in St. Petersburg
Tampa Bay business attorney Shumaker welcomes new real estate partner in Florida.
Court Upholds Landlords' Right to Recover Rent
Federal Circuit ruling supports property owners' right to pursue compensation for CDC eviction moratorium claims.
Judge upholds landlords' right to recover rent in court ruling nationwide.
Real Estate Alert: Trespassers Not Shielded by Bite Laws
Longtime readers seeking help with issue in older Suisun subdivision involving 5-year-old German shepherd named Pal.
Trespassers on private property not protected by 'baiting' laws nationwide.
Latvia restricts foreign property ownership for Russian, Belarusian nationals
Bill establishes new restrictions under national security pretext, exempting EU residents and certain refugees.
Latvia restricts foreign property ownership for Russian and Belarusian nationals in Riga.
Upcoming laws to reshape local property market landscape
2025 Maryland General Assembly Recap: Real Estate Legislation Summary
Government officials announce new property laws in major urban development initiative nationwide.
Columbus bookkeeper sentenced to years in prison for embezzlement scheme
Former Columbus, Ga. real estate worker sentenced to years in jail for stealing thousands from employer.
Columbus bookkeeper sentenced to prison for embezzlement scheme in Ohio court.
Understanding the Role of Escrow in Real Estate Transactions
Navigating the Hot Summer Real Estate Market: Understanding Key Industry Terms
Real estate agent and client reviewing escrow documents in a office setting.
Medical professionals reveal tax strategy for 7 years of zero income taxes
Investors Letizia Alto and Kenji Asakura qualify for Real Estate Professional Status, offering tax benefits.
Medical professionals share tax strategy for 7 years of zero income taxes in US.
Palisades Fire: Real Estate Agent Accused of Price Gouging
California company faces charges for allegedly exceeding 10% price cap during state of emergency.
Palisades Fire: Real estate agent accused of price gouging in California.
Rhode Island House passes $13.9 billion budget with real estate tax overhaul
Rhode Island imposes additional surcharge tax on second homes valued over $1 million.
Rhode Island House passes $13.9 billion budget with real estate tax overhaul in Providence.
Columbus Real Estate Agent's Former Employee Sentenced for Embezzlement
Former real estate employee sentenced to over two years in prison for embezzlement.
Columbus real estate agent's former employee sentenced for embezzlement in Ohio court.
Can Discount Brokers Help Home Sellers Save Money?
Low-cost brokers offer similar value to home sellers as traditional agents, research finds.
Discount brokers assist home sellers in saving money through reduced fees nationwide.
Arizona Real Estate Commission Fees in 2025: A Market Overview
Arizona's average real estate commission matches national average at 5.44%.
Arizona real estate commission fees and market trends in 2025 overview.

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