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Judge rejects Zillow's bid to bar Compass agent testimony
Agent accused of violating Zillow's private listing ban to testify Nov.; new claim in eXp case, Batton damages revised.
Judge denies Zillow’s request to exclude Compass agent testimony in court.
NAR Backing Housing Providers in California Rent‑Control Dispute
NAR leads coalition backing housing providers who claim LA Rent Stabilization Ordinance is overreaching.
NAR supports California housing providers in rent‑control dispute.
ASU program trains real estate pros on Arizona water issues
Water supply concerns shape Arizona property buyers’ confidence, especially in rural areas.
ASU training program for real estate professionals on Arizona water issues.
Bay Area developer says downtown San Jose needs the “it” factor
Erik Hayden, a top downtown San Jose developer, discusses the city’s urban core and real estate trends.
Developer highlights downtown San Jose’s need for the “it” factor.
Brush Comes Back to Leeds Real Estate
Leeds Real Estate welcomes Audra Brush back to the team—bringing determination, professionalism, and communication.
Brush returns to Leeds real estate office, signing new property deals.
CalOptima Probe Reveals $460K Lost in Failed Real Estate Deal
Investigation launched after former board chair pleaded guilty to bribery rerouting contracts as county supervisor.
CalOptima probe uncovers $460K loss in failed California real estate deal.
Developer sues Caldwell mayoral hopeful for defamation
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Developer files defamation lawsuit against Caldwell mayoral hopeful.
Private Real Estate Industry Made Many Mistakes
Last week at Yale Real Estate, panelist blames lack of due diligence for fundraising woes.
Private real estate firms analyze costly mistakes in boardroom.
What Truly Spooks Home Buyers (Not Ghosts!)
Over half of Americans say they'd buy a haunted house, but these are the real deal‑breakers.
Eerie suburban home with for sale sign spooks buyers, not ghosts.
FBI raids California real estate firm tied to bad bank loans
FBI searched California real estate firm Continuum Analytics offices, linked to bad loans.
FBI agents raid California real estate firm linked to bad bank loans.
Schools, safety, real estate: Must‑know tips for owners
Neighbors who treat each other kindly and teach those values to kids help keep and lift the community's reputation.
Homeowner reviewing real estate safety tips near a school.
Baby Boomers Want to Drop Property Taxes; Millennials & Gen Z Will Pay
Boomers seek to eliminate property taxes on their valuable homes, potentially hurting millennials and Gen Z buyers.
Baby Boomers seek property tax cuts; Millennials and Gen Z accept increases.
Future Scapes brings Salisb. students to Charlotte’s urban renewal estate.
Future Scapes, addressing urban and real estate equity through historically conscious education, concluded the 'Charlotte...'
Future Scapes students visit Charlotte urban renewal estate.
Matthew Gardner Q3 2025 Real Estate Insights – Chicago Agent Magazine
Economist Matthew Gardner answers real‑estate questions in Q3 2025 Update with Agent Publishing co‑founder Anne Hartnett.
Matthew Gardner discusses Q3 2025 real estate insights in Chicago Agent Magazine.
Select Board reviews police use of real estate license plate data
Flock Safety license plate readers installed by Chestnut Hill Realty in South Brookline may not give police real‑time data.
Select Board meeting reviewing police use of real estate license plate data.
Wall Street Drops Cash, Real Estate Holds the Umbrella
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Wall Street stock chart drops, real estate building holds umbrella.
NYC Residents Urge Real Estate Board to Unblock Affordability Plan
Local groups staged a peaceful rally outside REBNY, condemning billionaire landlords who lock New Yorkers out of homes.
NYC residents protest, urging Real Estate Board to approve affordability plan.
Newsom's redistricting plan could reshape California real estate.
On Nov. 4, Californians vote in a special election to decide if Proposition 50, a temporary redistricting plan, passes.
California governor Newsom unveils redistricting plan reshaping state real estate.

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