REAL ESTATE NEWS - Real Estate Laws and Regulations

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Judge OKs $700M Settlement Between Realtors, Home Services Firm
DOJ's late filing and few objections fail to halt Sitzer/Burnett settlements after five years of litigation.
Judge approves $700 million settlement between realtors, home services company in court.
Simi Valley Real Estate Scandal: Suspect Sought in Ongoing Investigation
Simi Valley Woman Accused of Taking Deposits for Non-Owned Home, Gunpoint Robbery Reported in Newbury Park.
Simi Valley real estate suspect sought in ongoing investigation by authorities.
Council Grove Mayor Threatens to Revoke Homeowner Leases
Council Grove lake homeowners face $25,000 buyout demands and annexation threats after lease termination amid city council Open Meetings Act allegations.
Mayor in Council Grove threatens to revoke homeowner leases in dispute.
Texas Broker Challenges Mandatory Membership Requirements
New complaint alleges MLS access restrictions are monopolistic, echoing concerns in Michigan and Pennsylvania.
Texas broker challenges mandatory membership requirements in state insurance industry regulations.
NAR's long-awaited settlement agreement reaches final stages
National Association of Realtors' Antitrust Settlement Hearing Postponed
National Association of Realtors (NAR) executives finalize settlement agreement in Washington D.C.
City Council Maintains Control Over Landmarked Air Rights
City Council retains control over land use decisions despite proposed housing opportunity text amendment.
City council members vote to retain control over historic air rights in downtown area.
City's $5B Housing Plan Includes 200 Staffers, Four Potential Rezonings
Adams Administration to Add 200 Staffers to Housing Agencies, Explore Rezonings in Four Areas.
City officials unveil $5 billion housing plan with 200 staff members in attendance.
Charles Village development clears hurdle after court ruling favors developer
Judge rules in favor of Charles Village mixed-use project in dispute with local homeowner.
Baltimore's Charles Village neighborhood development project advances following favorable court decision.
Poughkeepsie Rent Control Measure Put on Hold
New York State Judge Overturns Poughkeepsie's Rent Stabilization Law in Favor of Local Landlords.
Poughkeepsie rent control measure delayed in New York state legislative proceedings.
South Philly Development Plans Depend on Zoning Changes
South Philly Sportsbook Site May Be Rezoned for Large Development Project
South Philadelphia development plans hinge on proposed zoning changes in city council.
Justice Department's last-minute comments spark controversy over NAR agreement
Industry experts respond to NAR's settlement filing, questioning its protection against future antitrust claims.
Justice Department officials comment on National Association of Realtors (NAR) agreement controversy.
North Austin's rapid expansion collides with resource constraints
Williamson County weighs changes to development code amid growth vs resource constraints.
North Austin growth outpaces infrastructure, straining local resources and services.
DOJ Tells Realtors Settlement Doesn't Protect Future Conduct
National Association of Realtors' Sitzer/Burnett deal faces scrutiny from the Department of Justice.
US Department of Justice officials address realtors about settlement implications nationwide.
Broker-fee ban argument crumbles under closer examination
Columnist Ross Barkan's courage in opposing broker fees deserves recognition despite dismantling his arguments on the City Council's recent bill.
Real estate broker fees debated amidst controversy over proposed regulatory changes nationwide.

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