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Boston Mayor Says Residential Property Taxes Rising 13% in 2026
More than 70% of Boston’s $4.6 billion budget comes from property taxes, primarily from commercial real estate. Continue Reading Boston Mayor Says Residential Property Taxes Rising 13% in 2026
Boston Mayor Says Residential Property Taxes Rising 13% in 2026
More than 70% of Boston’s $4.6 billion budget comes from property taxes, primarily from commercial real estate. Continue Reading Boston Mayor Says Residential Property Taxes Rising 13% in 2026
Report: 15% of Home Purchase Agreements Canceled in August
Roughly 56,000 home purchase agreements were canceled in August, equal to 15.1% of homes that went under contract that month, according to a new data report from Redfin. This is up from 14.3% one year earlier and marked the highest August rate in records dating back...
Miami Activist Sues to Block Transfer of Land for Future Trump Presidential Library
A Miami activist has filed a lawsuit claiming city officials violated Florida’s open government law in gifting a downtown parcel to the state, which was then transferred to the foundation behind Donald Trump’s future presidential library. The Associated Press reports...
Placemakr Expands into Arizona Market with Pop-Up Phoenix Property
Placemakr, a flexible-use hospitality and multifamily platform, has expanded into the Arizona market with a new pop-up hotel in downtown Phoenix. Placemakr's pop-up properties are tailored to meet the needs of the "bleisure" traveler, guests who are in town for...
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Judge Temporarily Blocks Trump from Removing Lisa Cook from the Fed
“Removal was not meant to be based on the President’s assumptions about the official’s future performance as extrapolated from unproven conduct dating from before they assumed the office,” said Judge Cobb, Continue Reading Judge Temporarily Blocks Trump from Removing Lisa Cook from the Fed
Zillow Rolls Out AI-Powered Virtual Staging Feature
Virtual Staging is the first major integration of technology from Virtual Staging AI, which was first introduced through Zillow’s October 2024 acquisition of that company. Continue Reading Zillow Rolls Out AI-Powered Virtual Staging Feature
Compass Taps Ethan Glass as Chief Legal Officer
Glass most recently served as head of the global antitrust and competition practice at Cooley LLP. Continue Reading Compass Taps Ethan Glass as Chief Legal Officer
Florida Lawmakers Will Not Pursue DeSantis Agenda on Property Tax Reform
Last month, DeSantis pledged to put forth a “concrete proposal” that will either end or severely slash his state’s property taxes. Continue Reading Florida Lawmakers Will Not Pursue DeSantis Agenda on Property Tax Reform
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Real Estate Developer Academy to Open in Jackson, Mississippi
The new academy will offer hands-on training in all key aspects of real estate development. Continue Reading Real Estate Developer Academy to Open in Jackson, Mississippi
Real Estate Developer Decides Not to Run for Mayor of Boston
Thomas O’Brien declined to run challenge incumbent Mayor Michelle Wu. Continue Reading Real Estate Developer Decides Not to Run for Mayor of Boston
Ward Morrison to Retire as Chief Executive at Motto Mortgage and Wemlo
Adam Sartin, vice president of franchise growth and development, will lead the brands on an interim basis. Continue Reading Ward Morrison to Retire as Chief Executive at Motto Mortgage and Wemlo
Kanye West’s Former Malibu Residence Resells Less Than a Week After Being Listed
The property spans 4,201 square feet and is constructed of approximately 1,200 tons of concrete, 200 tons of steel reinforcement, and 12 massive pylons driven more than 60 feet into the sand. Continue Reading Kanye West’s Former Malibu Residence Resells Less Than a Week After Being Listed
Real Estate Scammer Sentenced in $3 Million Loan Fraud
David Izsak was convicted on ten counts of financial institution fraud. Continue Reading Real Estate Scammer Sentenced in $3 Million Loan Fraud
Agent Removed from Las Vegas Realtors’ Board of Directors
No reason was given for Zarbod Zanganeh’s removal. Continue Reading Agent Removed from Las Vegas Realtors’ Board of Directors
Tiny Nebraska City Offers $50,000 Down Payment Aid to Attract Residents
Pawnee City received 115 applications between March 14-27, when its offer was made available. Continue Reading Tiny Nebraska City Offers $50,000 Down Payment Aid to Attract Residents
The Appraisal Institute Faces Whistleblower Lawsuit Over Alleged Fraud in Exam Results
Alissa Akins is seeking back pay, punitive damages and attorney’s fees. Continue Reading The Appraisal Institute Faces Whistleblower Lawsuit Over Alleged Fraud in Exam Results
Tech Helpline Adds 6 Realtor Organizations to Client List
The service is owned and operated by Florida Realtors. Continue Reading Tech Helpline Adds 6 Realtor Organizations to Client List
Foot Locker Moves HQ from NYC to St. Petersburg, Florida
Foot Locker Inc. (NYSE: FL), the footwear and apparel retailer, is relocating is global headquarters from New York City to a 110,998-square-foot office in St. Petersburg, Florida. The company, which first announced its relocation plans last summer, has signed a lease...
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