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TikTok Account Impersonates Atlanta Realtors to Defraud Renters
The fake account promotes access to sublease units with “keys in hand” and “no credit check” while demanding a $100 upfront fee. Continue Reading TikTok Account Impersonates Atlanta Realtors to Defraud Renters
Ground Broken on New Affordable Housing Development in Columbus, Ohio
Construction on Landmark on Scioto is underway, and the community is expected to begin leasing this summer. Continue Reading Ground Broken on New Affordable Housing Development in Columbus, Ohio
Ares Management Acquires Whitestone REIT for $1.7 Billion
Whitestone’s portfolio includes 56 convenience-focused retail properties totaling approximately 4.9 million square feet in Sun Belt markets. Continue Reading Ares Management Acquires Whitestone REIT for $1.7 Billion
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The Granola Bar, NYC-Area Restaurant Group, Taps Bialow Real Estate for Nationwide Expansion
Bialow, which represents more than 75 brands nationally, will lead the site selection and real estate development as the brand scales into major markets. Continue Reading The Granola Bar, NYC-Area Restaurant Group, Taps Bialow Real Estate for Nationwide Expansion
Ex-Massachusetts Real Estate Executive Sentenced for Tax Fraud and Obstruction of Justice
Stephen L. Hochberg was charged in December and pleaded guilty to conspiracy to defraud the US and to obstruction of justice in January. Continue Reading Ex-Massachusetts Real Estate Executive Sentenced for Tax Fraud and Obstruction of Justice
Over Half of Canadian Homeowners Prepare to Cut Spending Ahead of Mortgage Renewals
Canadian homeowners facing mortgage renewals are preparing to cut their budgets to manage higher payments, while prospective buyers are preparing to make a move later this year. According to a new survey from TD Bank, more than half (56%) of Canadian homeowners said...
Remodeling Firm West Shore Home Expands into New England
The company will use its new office to extend its presence throughout most of Massachusetts and into parts of New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Connecticut. Continue Reading Remodeling Firm West Shore Home Expands into New England
Builders Remain Pessimistic on Single-Family Home Market
“Housing affordability remains an ongoing challenge at the start of 2026,” said NAHB Chief Economist Robert Dietz. Continue Reading Builders Remain Pessimistic on Single-Family Home Market
Illinois Lawmakers Make New Push to Keep the Chicago Bears from Leaving the State
Sources close to the team claim the Bears will announce their future plans in the coming weeks. Continue Reading Illinois Lawmakers Make New Push to Keep the Chicago Bears from Leaving the State
Report: Rental Housing Market Now Considered ‘Renter-Friendly’
A handful of coastal metros remain the exception to the renter-friendly trend. Continue Reading Report: Rental Housing Market Now Considered ‘Renter-Friendly’
Delaware Homebuyer Loses $2.2 Million in Real Estate Closing Scam
A Delaware homebuyer has filed a lawsuit in federal court after losing $2.2 million in a real estate closing scam. WBOC reports Johanna Berkowitz was buying a luxury property in Dewey Beach, Delaware, with a closing scheduled for Nov. 21, 2025. Two days before the...
Kentucky Considers Freeze on Property Tax Increases for Seniors
The proposal passed Kentucky’s Senate and is now being considered by the General Assembly. Continue Reading Kentucky Considers Freeze on Property Tax Increases for Seniors
Report: Hawaii Offers Lowest Real Estate Tax Rate, New Jersey Burdened with the Highest Rate
WalletHub noted the average household pays $3,119 in real estate property taxes. Continue Reading Report: Hawaii Offers Lowest Real Estate Tax Rate, New Jersey Burdened with the Highest Rate
Report: Fewer Homebuyers Making All-Cash Purchases, Using FHA Loans
One in seven homebuyers (14.4%) used FHA loans in December, down from 15.1% one year earlier. Continue Reading Report: Fewer Homebuyers Making All-Cash Purchases, Using FHA Loans
Chinese Company Forced to Divest Land Near Utah Military Bases
A Chinese company with ties to the Chinese Communist Party was forced to sell land it owned near two military installations in Utah. The Epoch Times reports Mitime Utah Investment LLC received a letter from the state last November ordering it divest the property, a...
Canadian Housing Starts Down by 15%
Vancouver recorded a 37% increase in actual starts due to higher multi-unit and single-detached starts. Continue Reading Canadian Housing Starts Down by 15%
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