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.

Indiana Borough Council proposes 1-mill property tax hike
Indiana Borough Council approves proposal to increase real estate tax by one mill through an advertised ordinance.
Indiana Borough Council members discuss proposed 1-mill property tax increase in Pennsylvania.
Arkansas Land Commissioner Candidate Emerges in Little Rock Real Estate Market
Christian Olson announces bid for Arkansas Commissioner of State Lands in 2026 Republican primary.
Arkansas land commissioner candidate speaks at Little Rock real estate market event.
NAHREP's Support for Clear Cooperation Explained
National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals supports policy ensuring equal access to available properties for all buyers.
NAHREP representatives discuss cooperation with government officials in Washington D.C.
Courtroom disputes over settlement objections, mandatory membership, and a church's internal dynamics
Judge maintains strict rules for objecting to NAR settlement; brokers dispute its legitimacy and membership requirements.
Lawyers argue in courtroom over church settlement, membership requirements, and internal conflicts.
Phoenix-based group provides MLS access for non-Realtors
NAR Rolls Out Lower-Cost Program with Access to Legal Forms and Training Amid Scrutiny of Three-Way Agreement.
Phoenix-based organization offers MLS access to non-real estate professionals nationwide.
Seattle landlord sues city over rent regulations harming business
Goodman Real Estate sues Seattle over alleged forced inclusion of undesirables in affordable housing project.
Seattle businessman sues city government over rent regulation impact on local businesses.
FICO's Mortgage Fee Hike Sparks Industry Backlash
Credit-scoring firm's dominance allows it to dictate mortgage pricing with little oversight.
FICO logo with mortgage fee hike protest signs in financial district.
Edina Realty Settles Home Warranty Claims for $3.5 Million
Minnesota AG alleges Edina broker partnered with Home Security of America for compensation in promoting home warranties.
Edina Realty settles home warranty claims for $3.5 million in Minnesota.
Suburban Denver site readies for redevelopment of former 92-acre hospital property
Voters pass Measure 2C, allowing redevelopment of 92-acre former hospital campus in Denver suburb.
Former 92-acre hospital property in suburban Denver prepares for redevelopment.
Miami Investor Secures $8.9M Judgment in Foreclosure Case Against Office Building Owner
Miami Beach investor secures $8.7M foreclosure judgment on 12-story Coconut Grove office building.
Miami investor wins $8.9 million judgment against office building owner in foreclosure case.
Chicago Investor Sued for Alleged $34 Million Mismanagement
Shangxuan Tan's debts grow as lawsuits pile up, threatening his real estate empire.
Chicago businessman sued for alleged mismanagement of $34 million investment funds.
Homebuilders' Confidence Boosted by Post-Election Market Outlook
Construction industry hopes for regulatory relief under new administration to drive sales growth.
Homebuilders' confidence increases following US election with improved market outlook nationwide.
Cook County failed to verify senior property tax exemptions
Cook County seniors face scrutiny over eligibility in tax relief program.
Cook County officials fail to verify senior property tax exemptions in Illinois.

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