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Law Firm Challenges Constitutionality of Rhode Island’s ‘Taylor Swift Tax’ on Luxury Second Homes

Law Firm Challenges Constitutionality of Rhode Island’s ‘Taylor Swift Tax’ on Luxury Second Homes

by Phil Hall | Aug 21, 2026 | Uncategorized

The law firm of Hinckley Allen has filed a Complaint in Newport Superior Court on behalf of more than 40 Rhode Island homeowners that challenges the constitutionality of the state’s so-called “Taylor Swift Tax” on luxury second homes. The tax, which was named...
Escrow Abuse in the Spotlight: What the McKenna Case Means for Real Estate Professionals

Escrow Abuse in the Spotlight: What the McKenna Case Means for Real Estate Professionals

by Nathan Pierce | Mar 26, 2026 | News/Current Events, Real Estate News, Uncategorized

The recent sentencing of New York real estate attorney Bryan McKenna is more than just another fraud headline—it’s a cautionary story that hits directly at the core of the real estate industry: trust in escrow and fiduciary responsibility. The Case, Simplified...
Real Estate Agent Faces Disciplinary Hearing for Moving Families into Condemned Property

Real Estate Agent Faces Disciplinary Hearing for Moving Families into Condemned Property

by Phil Hall | Dec 5, 2025 | Uncategorized

A real estate agent in Winnipeg will face a disciplinary hearing next month for allegedly moving two families into a condemned home. The Winnipeg Free Press reports Rahim Mirza was charged with deceptive dealing and providing third-party property management services...
Foreign Interest in US Real Estate Cooled Slightly in Q3

Foreign Interest in US Real Estate Cooled Slightly in Q3

by Phil Hall | Nov 4, 2025 | Uncategorized

International buyers accounted for 1.5% of US online home search traffic during the third quarter, according to data from Realtor.com. This is down slightly from 1.6% one year ago but also above the 1.2% share in pre-pandemic 2019. Canada remained the primary source...
When Apple Fails, It Fixes; When Regulators Fail, Families Pay

When Apple Fails, It Fixes; When Regulators Fail, Families Pay

by John G. Stevens | Sep 16, 2025 | News/Current Events, Real Estate News, Uncategorized, WRE News Exclusive

Apple just rolled out iOS 26. As usual, some people are thrilled with the new features, others complain about the bugs, and plenty debate whether the company made the right calls. That’s the rhythm of innovation. But here’s the difference — when Apple gets it wrong,...
Report: National Median Home Price at $389,000, Up 2.4%

Report: National Median Home Price at $389,000, Up 2.4%

by Phil Hall | Sep 10, 2025 | Uncategorized

The national median home price inched up by 2.4% year-over-year in August to $389,000, according to a data report from the Costar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) brand Homes.com. This marked an increase of $9,000 from last August. Year-to-date, home prices have grown only 3.5%,...
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