REAL ESTATE NEWS - Real Estate Laws and Regulations

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NAR President Kevin Brown Upholds Family Tradition of Hard Work
Brown brings leadership to Association of REALTORS®, focusing on breaking barriers to homeownership, helping members.
Kevin Brown, NAR President, upholds family tradition of hard work.
Real estate expert urges federal local unity to solve housing crisis
Fox News contributor Katrina Campins discusses housing crisis and Trump's mortgage cuts on Fox Report.
Real estate expert advocates federal‑local unity to address housing crisis.
NAR Unveils Strategy to Enhance Member Value & Modernize
The 3‑year plan, shaped by member and industry input, highlights the initiatives most valued by NAR members.
NAR announces new strategy to boost member value and modernize industry.
NAR Exec Committee Unanimously Approves Strategic Plan
With input from 150,000+ members, the 2026–2028 plan is NAR’s playbook to transform member experience.
NAR Exec Committee unanimously approves strategic plan at headquarters.
Real Estate Experts Can Join State and Local Budget Planning
Local governments facing fiscal challenges turn to NAR members as experts to influence housing policy protect consumers.
Real estate experts join state and local budget planning sessions.
Editorial: PPS owes Black students more than a hurried property deal
PPS set to buy building for Center for Black Student Excellence, but can’t explain academic impact or district costs.
PPS owes Black students more than a rushed property deal.
How Tax Regulations Shape the Real Estate Market
Experts at NAR NXT examined how current tax policy affects real estate buyers, sellers, and agents, and what's ahead.
City skyline with tax regulation documents, illustrating real estate market impact.
Golden Visa reforms speed up applications, curb real‑estate buying
Greece revamps Golden Visa: simpler applications, unified docs, and investment directed to housing and social projects.
Golden Visa reforms accelerate applications, curb real‑estate buying.
Chicago Homeowners Protest Property Tax Hikes at Lawndale Church
Chicago homeowners face hefty tax bills from the latest increase, and wonder where the money goes.
Chicago homeowners protest property tax hikes outside Lawndale Church.
Trump Eyes Portable Mortgages: How They Operate
FHFA Director Bill Pulte says agency is evaluating portable mortgages, allowing loan transfers when homeowners move.
Trump explains portable mortgage concept during Washington briefing.
MLS Leader Strongly Defends Private Listings
Zillow's listing rule enforcement paused in Chicago; MRED CEO champions PLN for compassion and options.
MLS Leader defends private listings at industry conference.
America's Most Affordable City Wins Crown
Median home price: $250k, over $150k below national median, reported last month.
Trophy presented to America's most affordable city, celebrating crowning victory.
Key insights on listing fraud and real estate risks
Realtors urged to proactively manage risks like fraud and tech compliance as E&O claims rise.
Real estate agent reviewing documents, highlighting listing fraud risks.
Boston, Northeastern Announce PILOT Deal, Housing & Arena 10-Year Plan
BOSTON— Boston & Northeastern finalize 5-year PILOT and 10-year IMP, covering major housing projects.
Boston and Northeastern sign 10‑year pilot housing arena plan.
Effingham Treasurer Announces Second 2024 Real Estate Tax Distribution
Effingham, IL – Effingham Radio: 2nd 2024 real estate tax distribution held Nov. 13.
Effingham Treasurer announces second 2024 real estate tax distribution.
Closing Heights Hospital Operator Seeks Real‑Estate Bailout
By Saturday, Heights University Hospital will discharge its last five patients and cease being an acute care facility.
Hospital operator in Heights seeks real‑estate bailout.
State Issues Alert on AI‑Driven Real Estate Fraud
NY Department of State warns buyers to watch for AI‑generated photos in real estate listings.
State government issues alert on AI‑driven real estate fraud.
Real Estate Recap: Public RMBS Resurgence?
Catch this week's updates from Law360 Real Estate Authority, featuring an SEC veteran on the first return of public RMBS.
US public RMBS resurgence shown on market chart.
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