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.

California Governor Bans Predatory Real Estate Deals in Burn Areas
Los Angeles County bars unsolicited land purchase offers in select ZIP codes for three months.
California Governor signs law banning predatory real estate deals in wildfire burn areas.
Real Estate Deals in Monroe County for December 30 to January 3
View all real estate transactions by entering the parcel number on the Monroe County GIS Parcel Viewer website.
Real estate transactions in Monroe County from Dec 30 to Jan 3.
8th Circuit Upholds Ruling Favoring Realtors in Copyright Dispute
Eighth Circuit Upholds Ruling That Real Estate Agents' Use of Home Designer's Floor Plans Was Fair Use.
US 8th Circuit Court upholds ruling favoring realtors in copyright dispute.
LA Mayor Issues Executive Order to Simplify Rebuilding Efforts
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass issues Executive Order 1, requiring 30-day project reviews for rebuilding after wildfires.
Los Angeles Mayor signs executive order simplifying rebuilding efforts in city.
NAR Lawsuit Dismissed Again in Top Agent Network Case
Top Agent Network's lawsuit against NAR dismissed without prejudice, according to Inman report.
NAR lawsuit dismissed again in high-profile top agent network case settlement.
Tides' execs face copycat lawsuits from creditors over Kia and Andrade deals
Tides Equities' principals face 4th lawsuit over alleged damages, with Electra Capital suing Sean Kia and Ryan Andrade.
Tides executives sued by creditors in connection with Kia and Andrade investments.
David Werner Acquires 675 Third Avenue Building for $100 Million
David Werner buys 675 Third Avenue from Durst Org for over $100M in potential residential conversion.
David Werner purchases 675 Third Avenue building in Manhattan for $100 million.
Clear Cooperation Lawsuit Dismissed for Second Time
TAN drops lawsuit against NAR after nearly five years of litigation.
Judge dismisses Clear Cooperation lawsuit for second time in New York court.
New York Governor Proposes Housing Fund Without Mandating New Development
Two years after scrapping a statewide housing mandate, Gov. Kathy Hochul promotes new incentives for development.
New York Governor proposes housing fund without requiring new development projects.
Texas Legislative Proposals Impacting Real Estate Market
Texas Lawmakers Seek Further Property Tax Relief After Last Year's $18 Billion Deal
Texas lawmakers propose legislative changes affecting real estate market in Austin.
FTC Charges Greystar with Deceptive Business Tactics and Concealed Fees
FTC targets US's largest apartment landlord over alleged hidden fees in potential lawsuit.
FTC charges Greystar with deceptive business practices in US real estate industry.
Boston Mayor's Tax Relief Bill Wins Over Seniors, Sparks Real Estate Backlash
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu's new attempt at residential tax relief offers hope for seniors facing steep property tax increases.
Boston Mayor's tax relief bill passes, benefiting seniors, sparking real estate controversy.
Maine Real Estate Update: Regulatory Changes Increase Administrative Burden
Maine's new real estate commission rules increase paperwork and stress for buyers and sellers, without lowering home prices.
Maine real estate agents navigate regulatory changes amidst increased administrative burden.
LA Eviction Crisis: Rent Hikes Leave Homeless Residents Vulnerable to Price Gouging
Wildfires spark surge in housing demand, prompting some landlords to hike rents above emergency limits.
Los Angeles eviction crisis: rent hikes leave homeless residents vulnerable to price gouging.
REBNY Opposes Broker Fee Regulations Implementation
The Real Estate Board of New York seeks preliminary injunction to block FARE Act.
Real Estate Board of New York opposes broker fee regulations implementation in NYC.

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