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Simplifying Form Wins Top Real Estate Awards
Form Simplicity, a trusted real estate transaction management solution owned by Florida Realtors.
Real estate professionals receive top awards for innovative form simplification strategy nationwide.
Transferring Real Estate Holdings in Self-Directed IRAs to Heirs
Transferring Senior Homes to Heirs: Navigating IRS Rules and 10-Year Distribution Deadline.
Real estate investor transfers IRA holdings to heirs in a secure transaction.
New York Real Estate Update: Projects, Lawsuits, and Rehabs
Two Rockland County Projects Advance Toward Approval Amid ETPA Vacancy Study Challenge
New York City real estate scene with construction, lawsuits, and renovation projects.
Luxury Market Reality Check: Unrealistic Price Expectations Exposed
The Hamptons luxury real estate market navigates shifting economic and consumer trends.
High-end real estate market exposed, unrealistic price expectations revealed globally.
Homebuyers opt for longer commutes in pursuit of affordability
First-time homebuyers made up a historic low of 24% of the real estate market last year.
Homebuyers opt for longer commutes in pursuit of affordable housing options nationwide.
Reforming Property Taxes: A Double-Edged Reform Proposal
Florida's economic future should be guided by smart, deliberate reform.
Politician presents property tax reform proposal in city council meeting, sparking debate.
Berks County Property Sales and Transfers for May 18
Some transactions lack transfer prices due to non-monetary exchanges; all deeds are recorded in the Berks County recorder's office.
Berks County property sales and transfers, May 18, real estate transactions listed.
Navigating the Role of Your Real Estate Agent as a Home Seller
Home sellers trust real estate agents, citing concerns about training and services.
Real estate agent guiding home seller through property sale process in office.
Handling Surprise 2025 Mid-Year Real Estate Tax Bills
Richmond residents shocked by unexpected 2025 second-half real estate tax bills.
Homeowners receiving unexpected 2025 mid-year real estate tax bills in various locations nationwide.
Richmond Councilor Warns Against Double-Paying Real Estate Taxes
Councilmember Andrew Breton cautions against double-paying bills, as mortgage companies typically handle them directly.
Richmond Councilor speaks against double-paying real estate taxes in local community.
Navigating the complexities of private listings in real estate
Brokerages clash with portals, but here's what matters when advising clients.
Real estate agent navigating private listings in a city office building.
Hotel and Hospitality Recap: Industry Insights and Trends
Catch up on key developments by state from Law360 Real Estate Authority, including attorney insights and industry reactions.
Hotel industry professionals gathered for conference, discussing trends and insights globally.
Florida Lawmaker Defends Condo Termination Bills at Industry Event
Florida state rep defends condo law revision, says changes needed to protect existing owners.
Florida state representative defends condo termination bills at industry conference in Miami.
Houston Real Estate Agent Murder Suspect Released on Bond
Man accused of killing Houston area real estate agent released on bond in Dallas.
Houston real estate agent murder suspect released on bond, awaiting trial.
Federal Study Finds No Commission Reduction from Buyer Agreements
Research spanning three decades indicates rising home prices as a more likely factor in post-settlement compensation.
Federal study concludes no commission reduction in buyer agreements nationwide.
Hall Booth Smith Hires Georgia Real Estate Expert from Investment Firm
Hall Booth Smith PC adds Ryan Scates as of counsel in Brunswick, Georgia office.
Law firm Hall Booth Smith hires Georgia real estate expert from investment firm.
Chesapeake Approves $1.7 Billion Budget with No Real Estate Tax Increase
Chesapeake City Council unanimously adopts $1.7 billion budget, spanning July 2025 to June 2026 with added $17 million amendments.
Chesapeake City Council approves $1.7 billion budget with no tax hike.
Anywhere Real Estate partners with Vectara to revamp title processing
Anywhere leaders cite AI infrastructure consolidation for better control, security and cost predictability.
Anywhere Real Estate and Vectara collaborate on title processing system revamp.
Anywhere Real Estate Chooses Vectara to Streamline Title Creation with AI
Vectara, a leader in Enterprise Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and AI-powered solutions, announces key development.
Anywhere Real Estate adopts Vectara AI for streamlined title creation process nationwide.

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