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NAR in $52.2 Million Settlement of Tuccori Commissions Lawsuit
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) announced it has reached a settlement resolving claims brought by homebuyers in the class-action antitrust lawsuit Tuccori v. At World Properties related to buyer-agent commissions. Under the terms of the settlement, which is...
NAR in $52.2 Million Settlement of Tuccori Commissions Lawsuit
NAR will seek a stay in the ongoing Batton lawsuit, with the organization claiming the settlement in Tuccori is intended to release the claims in the Batton case. Continue Reading NAR in $52.2 Million Settlement of Tuccori Commissions Lawsuit
Portrait Bank, Central Florida’s First De Novo Bank in Nearly 10 Years, Receives Conditional Approval
The first de novo community bank serving Central Florida in nearly a decade has received conditional approval from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC) and the state’s Office of Financial Regulation. Portrait Bank of Winter Park, within the Orlando MSA, is one...
Illinois Realtor Brandon Holtz Lives Out a Golfer’s Dream at the Masters
Among the golfers participating in this year’s Masters Tournament in Augusta, Georgia, Brandon Holtz stands out – and not just because of his 6-foot-3, 250-pound frame, but because he is the only realtor among the players going for the green jacket. The 39-year-old...
Philadelphia Real Estate Agent Sentenced for Loan Fraud Scheme
A Philadelphia real estate agent was sentenced to 37 months’ imprisonment and two years of in connection with a scheme in which he raised millions of dollars from individuals and businesses, supposedly for short-term real estate financing opportunities, when no such...
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Do Clients Want Private Listings? Agents with The Real Brokerage Aren’t So Sure
“Agents are ultimately focused on what drives the best outcome for their clients,” said Jason Cassity, chief growth officer of Real. Continue Reading Do Clients Want Private Listings? Agents with The Real Brokerage Aren’t So Sure
Q1 Vacancy Rates Drop for Canadian Office and Industrial Real Estate
National office vacancy declined by 100 basis points year-over-year to 13.6%. Continue Reading Q1 Vacancy Rates Drop for Canadian Office and Industrial Real Estate
Kansas City Mayor Pitches $1.9 Billion Plan for New Royals Stadium
The mayor proposed an ordinance allowing the city to commit up to $600 million through bonds to finance the development. Continue Reading Kansas City Mayor Pitches $1.9 Billion Plan for New Royals Stadium
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Senate Confirmation Hearing for Fed Chairman Nominee Kevin Warsh is Delayed
The Senate Banking Committee has yet to receive requested paperwork from Warsh including financial disclosures. Continue Reading Senate Confirmation Hearing for Fed Chairman Nominee Kevin Warsh is Delayed
Mortgage Credit Availability Improved in March
“Credit availability increased modestly in March to its highest level since August 2022,” said MBA’s Joel Kan. Continue Reading Mortgage Credit Availability Improved in March
Mortgage Rates Inch Down
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.37% as of April 9, down from last week when it averaged 6.46%. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Inch Down
White House Claims Powell ‘Signaled’ He Will Leave the Fed When New Chairman Arrives
This is not the first time that the White House offered claims about Powell’s departure. Continue Reading White House Claims Powell ‘Signaled’ He Will Leave the Fed When New Chairman Arrives
Report: A Record 34% of February Home Sellers Reduced Their Listing Prices
Texas and Florida sellers were most likely to cut prices. Continue Reading Report: A Record 34% of February Home Sellers Reduced Their Listing Prices
Property Tax on Average Single-Family Home Increased 3% in 2025
Last year, $396.8 billion in property taxes were levied on more than 89.6 million single-family homes. Continue Reading Property Tax on Average Single-Family Home Increased 3% in 2025
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