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Alexandria Developer Files Bankruptcy, Faces Federal Property Seizure
Sale of two Alexandria properties could clear millions owed by Peter Labovitz, Connection Newspapers CEO.
Alexandria developer files bankruptcy, faces federal property seizure.
Before Trump, Presidents Revamped the White House—Discover the Changes
Trump's 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. overhaul isn’t the first major facelift; the landmark has a long renovation history.
Presidents revamping White House interiors before Trump era.
Texas Water Planning: Future Drought Prep – TRE Center
Explore Texas water planning & infrastructure investment to secure future supply amid drought, growth, rising demand.
Texas water planners at TRE Center discuss future drought preparation.
Local housing developer lists several properties for sale
ITHACA, N.Y. — Visum Development Group could earn a big payday if the right buyer picks up its Collegetown trio.
Local developer lists multiple homes for sale in community.
Real estate credit steadies as markets adjust
Aaron Krawitz discusses private credit funding for US multifamily and healthcare projects amid lender retreat.
Real estate credit chart steadies amid market adjustments, city skyline backdrop.
McCarty pushes Sacramento real‑estate tax increase for housing projects
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McCarty advocates Sacramento real‑estate tax hike to fund housing projects.
Sacramento mayor backs higher real estate transfer tax for housing aid
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Sacramento mayor supports increased real estate transfer tax for housing aid.
Experts fear: Billionaires Row may drop stone on NYC cracks remain
Building stressed beyond design; no sidewalk shed, risking concrete chunks falling from 1,400‑ft tower.
Stone hovering over cracked Billionaires Row, NYC skyline backdrop.
Shutdown Tests California Housing Market and Luck
Florida falters, California housing stays calm under shutdown—experts warn stability may be brief.
California housing market hit by shutdown, impacting home sales and investor confidence.
Zillow removes Matterport tours, cites CoStar as cause
Portal claims CoStar, which bought the 3D tech in April, didn't renew Zillow’s Matterport deal—CoStar disputes this.
Zillow removes Matterport tours, blames CoStar for removal from real estate listings
NAR Wins: SCOTUS Rejects Hearing on Repealed No‑Commingling Rule
Supreme Court declines appeal to overturn ruling favoring NAR; NAR won antitrust case twice in lower courts.
Supreme Court rejects hearing on repealed no‑commingling rule, Washington DC.
Three Weeks into the Shutdown: Current Status Update
In its third week the shutdown may affect hundreds of buyers, sellers, renters facing woes as Congress deadlocked on funding.
Washington D.C. officials discuss shutdown status after three weeks.
Supreme Court Rejects REX‑Zillow Case, Ending Long Dispute
Lower courts ruled Zillow and NAR didn’t conspire to hide non‑MLS listings; those rulings now stand.
Supreme Court dismisses REX‑Zillow lawsuit, ending prolonged legal battle.
Wilder Idaho News: Rapid Real Estate Boom Attracts Investors
Wilder, Idaho real estate boom: rising land values, rural market growth, investment opportunities, legal insights
Wilder Idaho real estate boom attracts investors.
Marquis Who's Who Honors Dominic Scoccola for Real Estate & Title
Oct 20, 2025 – Dominic L. Scoccola, renowned for research and database expertise in commercial properties.
Dominic Scoccola receives Marquis Who's Who real estate title honor.
Texas Real Estate Commissions: Avg 5.85%
In Texas, rising home values are matched by increasing real‑estate agent commissions.
Texas real estate commission rates average 5.85% shown on chart.

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