REAL ESTATE NEWS - Real Estate Laws and Regulations

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Hollywood City Council faces lawsuit over Live Local project rejection
Developer alleges Hollywood Beach city illegally denied Live Local Act application in lawsuit.
Hollywood City Council members reject Live Local project, sparking lawsuit in California.
Velocis resumes work in Bee Cave following court decision
Construction resumes on West Austin Business Park after court ruling favors Velocis.
Bee Cave construction site resumes activity after court ruling, Velocis development continues.
Broker shares emotional toll of LA wildfires
Amalfi Estates founder Anthony Marguleas' Pacific Palisades home destroyed in fire, brokerage office damaged.
Financial broker shares emotional struggles amidst devastating Los Angeles wildfires.
Massachusetts State Auditor Diana DiZoglio to Headline Outstanding Women in Real Estate Awards Gala
Massachusetts State Auditor Diana DiZoglio to keynote Outstanding Women of Commercial Real Estate 2025 Awards gala on March 12.
Diana DiZoglio, Massachusetts State Auditor, attends Outstanding Women in Real Estate Awards Gala.
California Wildfires Fuel Concerns of Rising Building Costs
Bay Area contractors face labor shortages and rising costs, exacerbated by recent wildfires.
California wildfires devastate homes and businesses, fueling concerns of rising building costs nationwide.
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City Council's proposed Fair Share Act could "decimate" affordable housing with prevailing wage bill for subsidized projects.
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Florida Real Estate Broker Pleads Guilty to Money Laundering Charges
Miami real estate broker pleads guilty to money laundering and sanctions evasion conspiracy.
Florida real estate broker pleads guilty to money laundering charges in court.
Mark Diamond Sentenced to 17 Years for Reverse Mortgage Fraud
Chicago real estate scammer sentenced to 17+ years for defrauding over 100 elderly property owners in reverse mortgage and home repair scheme.
Mark Diamond sentenced to 17 years in prison for mortgage fraud scheme.
Chicago Housing Authority liable for $24M in lead paint damages
Chicago Housing Authority ordered to pay $24 million over lead paint hazards in public housing.
Chicago Housing Authority building with lead paint damage, lawsuit settlement in Chicago.
Industry Executives on the Move: NAR, RE/MAX, Zillow Updates
Industry leaders make key hires: NAR, RE/MAX, Zillow, RealScout, and LPT announce new executive appointments.
Industry executives from NAR, RE/MAX, and Zillow make significant career updates nationwide.
California Wildfire Victims Face Ongoing Mortgage and Tax Burdens
Los Angeles homeowners offered mortgage relief from major lenders amid wildfire concerns.
California wildfire survivors struggling with mortgage and tax debt amidst devastation.
Not all agents guilty of price gouging, industry insiders argue
Los Angeles Landlords Illegally Hike Rents Amid Wildfires, 'Selling Sunset' Star Warns.
Real estate agents debate price gouging allegations in local market.
NAR Seeks Dismissal of Mandatory Membership Lawsuit in Michigan
Defendants argue MLS access tied to association membership isn't anticompetitive, citing plaintiffs' alleged contradictions.
National Association of Realtors (NAR) logo, Michigan courthouse, real estate lawsuit.
Estimating the Price Tag of LA's Post-Wildfire Rebuilding Efforts
Los Angeles County wildfire devastation is vast, with a massive rebuilding task ahead.
Los Angeles wildfire rebuilding efforts underway, with estimated costs and damage assessments.
Los Angeles Real Estate to Feel Devastating Effects of Wildfires, Experts Warn
Los Angeles Real Estate Agents Share Insights on Fire's Impact and Market Predictions.
Los Angeles real estate threatened by devastating wildfires, experts issue warning.
Hamptons Estate Sells for Less, but Luxury Luster Fades
Hamptons luxury buyers: Harry Macklowe's East Hampton estate price drops $5.5M, still not habitable.
Hamptons luxury estate sells for lower price, losing its high-end appeal.
Maryland sues tech firm, landlords over alleged rent inflation on 100,000 apartments
Maryland sues real estate tech company and six major landlords for allegedly colluding to raise rent prices.
Maryland sues tech firm and landlords over rent inflation on 100,000 apartments statewide.

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