REAL ESTATE NEWS - Real Estate Laws and Regulations

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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.
Brooklyn Jury Finds Real Estate Mogul Guilty of $2.4 Million Mortgage Scam
Local Business Owner Convicted of Defrauding Taxpayer-Funded Mortgage Lenders in Multi-Million Dollar Scheme
Brooklyn jury delivers guilty verdict in high-profile mortgage scam case against mogul.
Nudo barred from disposing of business partner's share in project
Chicago real estate investor Gerald Nudo allegedly tried to secretly sell partner's stake, foiled at last minute.
Businessman Nudo restricted from selling partner's stake in joint project overseas.
DOJ's Late Filing Sparks Concerns Over NAR Agreement
Agency expresses concerns about buyer agent agreements in settlement approval.
US Department of Justice official documents with National Association of Realtors logo.
Vacant Philly Site Could Become Large Mixed-Use Development Complex
Council President Kenyatta Johnson introduces zoning bill for proposed development.
Abandoned Philadelphia site could become large mixed-use development complex with new buildings.
NAR and HomeServices Settle Litigation, Ending Long-Running Dispute
Two major settlements worth nearly $700 million are expected to be finalized within a few days.
NAR and HomeServices settle litigation in real estate dispute resolution.
Real Estate Advertisements Face Challenges in a Declining Print Landscape
New Jersey's largest newspaper to end print editions, impacting local real estate development.
Real estate agents struggle with print ad decline amidst shifting market trends.
Allegations of Deceptive Practices in Membership Scheme Emerge
Real estate agents sue NAR, claiming membership offers no benefits; 8 defendants dismissed in Georgia commission case.
Business executives accused of deceptive membership scheme practices in a major city.
Lincoln Park Builders Forum Hears Optimism and Concerns about Local Market
Chicago Apartment Rent Growth Should Slow Down, Says Multifamily Landlord Frank Campise
Lincoln Park builders forum attendees discuss market optimism and concerns in Chicago.
Fullerton stalls on meeting state's affordable housing requirements
Fullerton City Council faces January 31 deadline on rezoning plan amidst state housing mandate controversy.
City of Fullerton officials pause on implementing California's affordable housing regulations.

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