REAL ESTATE NEWS - Real Estate Laws and Regulations

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Mid-term rentals touted as lucrative alternative to long-term leases and Airbnb restrictions
Mid-term rentals offer a less stressful alternative to short-term rentals, according to one investor.
Real estate investors explore mid-term rentals as alternative to long-term leases and Airbnb restrictions nationwide.
Real Estate's Future Leaders: Key Traits for Success
Erica Dhawan: Success hinges on being a "super connector" who balances AI with human connection.
Real estate professionals with leadership skills and industry knowledge in a conference setting.
NAR Board Approves Budget, Refines Code of Ethics Guidelines
REALTORS Legislative Meetings wrap up with membership value plan, anti-harassment commitment, and fundraising success.
NAR Board members approve budget and refine Code of Ethics guidelines.
Florida Real Estate Market Slumps Amid Rising Climate Concerns
Rising ocean temperatures fuel more intense storms, coinciding with a decline in the FL real estate market.
Florida real estate market decline amidst growing climate change concerns nationwide.
Sereno and Christie's Agents Receive National Recognition in 2025 RealTrends Verified Rankings
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno Honors Agents on 2025 RealTrends Verified List, Top 1.5% of US Realtors.
Real estate agents Sereno and Christie's receive national recognition in 2025 rankings.
Chicago's Brokerage Battle: Owner-Driven Firms to Emerge Victorious
Stephen Baird of Baird & Warner reflects on industry's cyclical nature, warning of potential disruption.
Chicago financial district, brokerage firms, owner-driven companies emerge victorious in market battle.
Local Officials Urge State to Permit Real Estate Transfer Fee
Brookline to seek state approval for real estate transfer fee after Town Meeting vote.
Local officials gather at state capitol to discuss real estate transfer fee proposal.
Tech Trends: Compass, Prudent AI and Emerging Innovators
New weekly series explores tech trends and innovations in mortgage and real estate.
Tech industry leaders, Compass, Prudent AI, and innovators gather in a conference setting.
Rethinking the role of home inspections in real estate negotiations.
New state law restricts real estate agents from discussing certain contingencies with buyers and sellers.
Real estate professionals examine home inspection process in property negotiations and sales.
Real Estate Professionals Shape Capitol Hill Policy Decisions
Real estate industry advocates connect with Congress to discuss tax reform and promote interests.
Real estate professionals meeting with lawmakers on Capitol Hill in Washington D.C.
NAR Updates: Listings, Dues, and More from Washington
National Association of Realtors wraps up week in Washington, updating rules and meeting with President Trump.
National Association of Realtors (NAR) officials in Washington discuss updates and policies.
NAR revises hate speech policy, softening stance
Board of directors' vote clarifies anti-harassment standards, making them more legally defensible.
National Association of Realtors revises hate speech policy, softening stance nationwide.
Compass CEO Critiques MLSs and NAR in Blistering Address
CEO Robert Reffkin calls "choice and control" debate a pivotal moment in real estate history.
Compass CEO criticizes MLSs and NAR in scathing industry address nationwide.
Rising Real Estate Insurance Premiums: Finding Effective Solutions
NAR Roundtable: Education and Mitigation Strategies for Addressing Insurance Costs and Boosting Client Confidence
Real estate professionals discuss rising insurance premiums in urban areas nationwide.
NAR Adopts Code of Ethics Clarifications
NAR Board Approves Language to Clarify Fair Enforcement of Article 10.
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NAR Membership Continues to Exceed Projections
NAR reports membership ahead of 2025 forecast by nearly 4% as of May 31.
NAR membership growth exceeds projections, with increasing numbers across the US.

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