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.

Can Home Sellers Restrict Buyers to U.S. Citizens?
Can U.S. citizens-only home sales be enforced? This week's real estate law column explores the issue.
U.S. home sellers consider restricting buyers to American citizens only.
New Homeowner's Top 5 Must-Haves Revealed by Seasoned Real Estate Agent
TikTok real estate agent shares 4 non-negotiables to change after moving into a new home.
Seasoned real estate agent shares top 5 must-haves for new homeowners nationwide.
Real Estate Scammer Evades Justice: 3-Year Conviction Delay
Bert Whalen and Clayton Morris accused of running real estate Ponzi scheme.
Real estate scammer avoids conviction after 3-year delay in justice proceedings.
Legislators Target COVID-19 Era Tenant Protections
Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Repeal COVID-19 Eviction Notice Provision
US legislators consider repealing COVID-19 era tenant protections nationwide.
Reality TV Show "Nine" Cancels Series Amid Allegations of Staged Real Estate Scenes
Channel Nine reality show pulled off air after producers caught staging scenes for cameras.
Reality TV show 'Nine' cancels series amidst real estate staging allegations.
Impact of Tariffs on Housing Affordability
Building material prices may rise by 4-6% in the next year, or 10% overall.
Housing market impact: Tariffs affect affordability in US cities nationwide.
DC Housing Agencies' Closure Sparks Wave of Litigation and Regulatory Revisions
Union files suits on behalf of CFPB employees forced to stay home after system access; HUD halts programs tied to "gender identity".
Washington D.C. housing agencies closure sparks litigation and regulatory revisions nationwide.
California Realtors Combat Wildfire Scams, Support Victims
California Association of REALTORS warns displaced homeowners about price gouging and fraud risks.
California realtors gather to combat wildfire scams and support affected residents.
Body Found Near NY Highway in Apparent Real Estate Agent Homicide
Emmanuel Moncoeur's family and friends reported him missing in early January, despite a formal report not being filed until later.
Body discovered near New York highway in apparent real estate agent murder.
Mass Real Estate Broker Commission Class Action Settlement Reaches $730 Million
Homeowners can claim part of $730M settlement for inflated real estate commission fees by May 9, 2025.
Real estate brokers settle class action lawsuit for $730 million nationwide.
Aspen's 1979 Real Estate Transfer Tax: A Historical Perspective
Beyond the realm of conventional wisdom, there are unseen forces at play in real estate transactions.
Vintage photograph of Aspen, Colorado's 1979 real estate transfer tax documents and officials.
Argentina's Real Estate Market Revives After Milei Ends Rent Control
Immediate and beneficial effects were seen by all," says former vice president of Argentina's central bank.
Argentina's real estate market revives after President Milei ends rent control measures.
Gibson Realty Sues eXp, Weichert for Poaching Agents
Plaintiffs claim brokerages shopped around for cheap settlements in reverse auction allegations.
Gibson Realty sues eXp and Weichert for alleged agent poaching in real estate.
Federal policy changes impact local real estate landscape
D.C.-area real estate market faces uncertainty due to federal policies, prompting families to reassess buying and selling decisions.
Government officials announce policy changes affecting local real estate market nationwide.

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