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Rocket Mortgage disputes allegations of appraisal bias in lawsuit
Rocket Mortgage sues HUD after being sued by Justice Department over alleged appraisal bias.
Rocket Mortgage logo on computer screen, denying appraisal bias in lawsuit.
Fullerton faces deadline to adopt state-mandated affordable housing strategy
Fullerton risks losing up to $2M in state funds over delayed housing plan certification.
Fullerton city council discusses state-mandated affordable housing strategy before deadline.
Manhattan Council Challenger Gains Momentum with City of Yes Vote
City Council hopeful Jess Coleman centers campaign around City of Yes housing plan.
Manhattan Council challenger gains momentum with City of Yes vote rally.
Excelsior Springs Seniors Discover Real Estate Tax Breaks at Local Forum
Over 90 seniors gather at Excelsior Springs Community Center for information on Clay County's new Senior Real Estate Property Tax Relief program.
Excelsior Springs seniors learn about real estate tax breaks at forum.
eXp Realty's Leo Pareja Leads by Example in Top Agent Ranks
New CEO Pareja tackles industry turmoil head-on since taking office in April.
eXp Realty's Leo Pareja at top agent ranks, leading by example.
Navigating Real Estate Agency Options: A Consumer's Guide
A real estate professional assists buyers and sellers with various tasks requiring disclosure and agreement.
Real estate agency comparison chart with various options for consumers.
Carpenters' Union Seeks Autonomy in Governance Reforms
New York's carpenters' union poised for independence after 30-year court supervision.
Carpenters' Union members protest for autonomy in governance reforms.
DIY Home Buyers Share Their Agent-Free Experiences
Non-traditional homebuyers prioritize speed and convenience over cost savings.
DIY home buyers discuss agent-free experiences in real estate market.
Tidal Entrepreneurs Sean Kia and Ryan Andrade on Brink of Bankruptcy
Tides Equities' Co-Founders Face Lawsuits Over Debt, Not Foreclosure Anymore.
Sean Kia and Ryan Andrade, Tidal entrepreneurs, facing bankruptcy, financial crisis.
Aging workforce threatens mortgage industry stability
Aging workforce due to lack of investment in training or recruitment poses existential crisis for the industry: where are tomorrow's loan officers?
Image: Group of older workers in mortgage office, discussing financial documents.
Connecticut Real Estate Executive Sentenced for Federal Flipping Scheme Conviction
Officials say defendants manipulated sale prices and concealed identities in real estate flips.
Connecticut real estate executive sentenced for federal flipping scheme conviction.
Uncovering Hidden Debt: Challenges in Tracking Rent-Stabilized Bankruptcies
Bankruptcy Sales Surge: Rent-Stabilized Properties Drive Business Growth for Greg Corbin's Firm
Image: Piles of financial documents related to rent-stabilized bankruptcies, tracking challenges.
Southwest Side Alderman Faces $35 Million Loan Crisis
Chicago commercial landlord Ruben Espinoza faces potential financial woes in 2024 over a $35M loan on the Chicago Business Center.
Southwest Side Alderman in crisis over $35 million loan issue.
Moshe Silber's Real Estate License Revoked
Moshe Silber pleads guilty to commercial mortgage fraud, duping Fannie Mae with Cincinnati rental complex scheme.
Moshe Silber's real estate license revoked, office sign with revoked stamp.
Connecticut Real Estate Executive Sentenced to Prison for Fraud Scheme
Connecticut Real Estate Agent Sentenced to Prison for Multi-Year Short Sale Scheme.
Connecticut real estate executive sentenced to prison for fraud scheme.
Family's 19th-century Apex landholdings on verge of sale without consent
A chance encounter with a considerate neighbor saved the property from being sold hastily.
19th-century Apex family landholdings at risk of unauthorized sale.

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