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Children’s Publisher Scholastic Corporation Sells Real Estate Assets
Newmark Group Inc. served as exclusive advisor to Scholastic Corporation on both sale-leaseback transactions Continue Reading Children’s Publisher Scholastic Corporation Sells Real Estate Assets
Children’s Publisher Scholastic Corporation Sells Real Estate Assets
Newmark Group Inc. served as exclusive advisor to Scholastic Corporation on both sale-leaseback transactions Continue Reading Children’s Publisher Scholastic Corporation Sells Real Estate Assets
Report: 72% More Condo Sellers Than Buyers
A new data report by the Rocket Companies (NYSE: RKT) division Redfin has determined there were an estimated 72.3% more condo sellers than buyers (108,945 more) nationwide during August. This marked the fifth straight month in which there have been at least 70% more...
Massachusetts Real Estate Broker Indicted on Embezzlement Charges
The owner of a defunct Massachusetts real estate brokerage has been indicted for embezzlement. Boston 25 News reports Stephen D. Webster, broker and principal with Success! Real Estate in Marshfield, was accused of detouring more than $11.6 million in client escrow...
Getty Realty Corp. Acquires $100 Million Houston Convenience Store Portfolio
Getty Realty Corp. (NYSE: GTY), a New York City-headquartered REIT focused on convenience and automotive retail real estate, announced its acquisition of 12 convenience stores for $100 million along with a long-term, unitary net lease with a subsidiary of Now &...
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Senate Democrats Debut Bill to Assist Faith-Based Groups in Creating Affordable Housing
The legislation creates $50 million per year in grants for communities that adopt policies removing barriers to affordable housing on property owned by faith-based organizations or colleges. Continue Reading Senate Democrats Debut Bill to Assist Faith-Based Groups in Creating Affordable Housing
Report: Bill Pulte’s Father and Stepmother Claimed Primary Residence on 2 Different Homes
Tax officials in Bloomfield Township, Michigan, said the Pultes’ exemption was being immediately revoked. Continue Reading Report: Bill Pulte’s Father and Stepmother Claimed Primary Residence on 2 Different Homes
California Construction Firm CEO Arrested on Loan Fraud Charges
If convicted, Joey Wayne Mackey faces a maximum statutory penalty of 30 years in prison and a $1 million fine. Continue Reading California Construction Firm CEO Arrested on Loan Fraud Charges
National Average for Apartment Rents Down Slightly in August
This marks the second consecutive month of flat or negative monthly rent change. Continue Reading National Average for Apartment Rents Down Slightly in August
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SmartStop Self Storage REIT Announces Underwritten Public Offering
SmartStop has been approved to list its common stock on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “SMA.,” Continue Reading SmartStop Self Storage REIT Announces Underwritten Public Offering
CFPB Seeks to Vacate Redlining Settlement with Townstone Financial
The CFPB is seeking to return the $105,000 settlement funds to the company. Continue Reading CFPB Seeks to Vacate Redlining Settlement with Townstone Financial
Residency Requirements Changed on FHA-Insured Mortgages to Shut Out Illegal Immigrants
“There will be no more illegal aliens getting HUD-backed home loans,” said Secretary Turner. Continue Reading Residency Requirements Changed on FHA-Insured Mortgages to Shut Out Illegal Immigrants
Homeownership Expenses Consume One-Third of National Average Wage
Nationwide, the typical $2,021 cost of mortgage payments, homeowner insurance, mortgage insurance and property taxes is down 0.7% quarterly. Continue Reading Homeownership Expenses Consume One-Third of National Average Wage
Weichert Opens First International Office in Portugal
The Portuguese brokerage will operate under the new name HomeLovers – Weichert. Continue Reading Weichert Opens First International Office in Portugal
Idaho’s Gov. Little Signs $100 Million Property Tax Cut into Law
The bill passed unanimously in both houses of the legislature. Continue Reading Idaho’s Gov. Little Signs $100 Million Property Tax Cut into Law
Minnesota in Settlement with MV Realty Over Dubious ‘Homeowner Benefit Agreements’
MV Realty is permanently banned from doing business in Minnesota. Continue Reading Minnesota in Settlement with MV Realty Over Dubious ‘Homeowner Benefit Agreements’
Maine Home Sales up 6.51%
A total of 753 home sales were closed in Maine last month, a 6.51% increase from the 707 sales transacted in February 2024. According to data from the Main Association of Realtors, the statewide median sales price for those sales was $381,500, a 9% jump from the...
Andrew Cuomo’s NYC Mayoral Bid Attracts Wealthy Real Estate Donors
Cuomo resigned as New York governor in 2020 amid sexual harassment allegations. Continue Reading Andrew Cuomo’s NYC Mayoral Bid Attracts Wealthy Real Estate Donors
Stephen M. Green, EVP/CIO at NHP Foundation, Dies at 70
He served as director of capital programs for the District of Columbia Housing Authority. Continue Reading Stephen M. Green, EVP/CIO at NHP Foundation, Dies at 70
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