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Trump announces imminent aggressive housing reform
President hints at 2026 reform; lawmakers unveil bipartisan housing package; Fed reappoints bank presidents; etc.
Trump announces aggressive housing reform at White House.
2025: AI‑powered wire fraud reshapes real‑estate security
Fraudsters blend AI, patience, timing, and realism to deceive real‑estate deals more convincingly.
AI‑driven wire fraud reshapes 2025 real‑estate security landscape.
Former Eastside Agent Convicted in Fraud Scheme
Former Eastside real estate broker convicted of a $2M+ investment fraud scheme targeting Washington victims.
Former Eastside Agent convicted in fraud scheme.
House Moves Forward with Bill to Broaden Association Health Plans
AHPs enable REALTOR® associations to provide affordable, high‑quality health insurance for members and families.
House passes bill expanding association health plans in Washington D.C.
CE Shop Offers 96‑Hour Nebraska Real Estate Course, 5‑Day Free Trial
Kickstart a career: Denver, CO – Access Newswire, Dec 17, 2025 – 96‑hour Nebraska Salesperson Course for real estate pros.
CE Shop offers 96‑hour Nebraska real estate course with free trial.
Essex County Tax Foreclosure Auction on Jan. 21
Ticonderoga, Essex to hold its Tax Foreclosure Auction on Jan 21, 2026, featuring 140+ properties for highest bidders.
Essex County tax foreclosure auction scheduled January 21.
Local Realtor Vanishes Following Boating Accident
Realtor missing after boating incident off Georgia coast, RGA says Thursday.
Local realtor missing after boating accident on river.
Homeowners insurance realities solidify post recent floods
Washington floods revealed that standard insurance doesn’t cover flood damage, a problem for homeowners nationwide.
Homeowners insurance policies strengthen after recent flood damage.
House Committee Moves Forward on Bipartisan 21st‑Century Housing Act
NAR strongly backs bill to modernize housing programs, cut red tape, and boost local flexibility.
House Committee advances bipartisan 21st‑Century Housing Act in Washington.
Arlington Faces $13M Deficit from Weak Consumer Spending & Real Estate
Arlington County's tax revenue fell short by millions early FY, prompting spending cuts; real estate and sales taxes key.
Arlington faces $13M budget deficit due to weak consumer spending, real estate.
The Ten: As Resistance Rises, NAR Emphasizes Value & Trust
In 2025, members pushed back, asserting independence; NAR sought feedback and pledged reforms.
NAR emphasizes value, trust amid rising real estate resistance.
Private market revenues near $432.2B; rush into PE & real estate
92% of financial advisors use alternative investments, and 91% plan to boost allocations in the next two years.
Private equity and real estate surge, revenues near $432.2B, market rush.
Mortgage rates likely unchanged after mixed jobs data
US lost 105k jobs in Oct, added 64k in Nov; unemployment tops 4‑year high, BLS.
US mortgage rates remain steady amid mixed jobs data.
UConn Real Estate Students Win Boston Coll. Future Housing Competition
Competition proved my work delivers tangible, achievable solutions for residents and citizens needing safe, affordable living.
UConn real estate students win Boston College Future Housing Competition.
Will cutting capital gains taxes lower soaring housing prices?
DC lawmakers consider reforming federal exclusion on primary‑home sales.
Capital gains tax cuts could lower soaring housing prices.
New plans unveiled for Michael Jordan's ex-Chicago home
New owner of Jordan's former Highland Park mansion proposes a community‑benefiting project for the property.
Michael Jordan's former Chicago home slated for redevelopment plans.
Owner of ex‑Michael Jordan home proposes Highland Park estate spot
Highland Park City Council continued Monday night debate on Michael Jordan's former home, keeping reservations.
Owner of former Michael Jordan home proposes Highland Park estate.
Playmakers: CEO says NAR membership ROI is astronomical.
Watch NAR CEO Nykia Wright outline Realtor top benefits and the challenge of enforcing professionalism.
CEO discusses astronomical ROI of NAR membership at industry event.
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