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RealPage Sues to Block New York State Law Banning Algorithmic Rent-Setting Software
The company argues the new law (S7882/A1417) represents a challenge to free speech and repeats false claims regarding its revenue management software. Continue Reading RealPage Sues to Block New York State Law Banning Algorithmic Rent-Setting Software
RealPage Sues to Block New York State Law Banning Algorithmic Rent-Setting Software
The company argues the new law (S7882/A1417) represents a challenge to free speech and repeats false claims regarding its revenue management software. Continue Reading RealPage Sues to Block New York State Law Banning Algorithmic Rent-Setting Software
Connecticut Town Considers Cannabis Complex Featuring 50 Affordable Housing Units
A real estate development planned for central Connecticut would include a 50-unit affordable housing complex with a cannabis growing operation and a dispensary. The New Haven Register reports the former Himmel Brothers Co. metal fabrication site in Hamden, a town...
HUD Secretary Turner: ‘The Radical Left Are Going to Shut Down the Government’
HUD Secretary Scott Turner has warned that extremists in the Democratic Party are pushing to shut down the federal government and imperil the operations within his department’s programs. In a posting on X, Turner wrote, “The Radical Left are going to shut down the...
Starter Home Sales and Prices Outpace Other Housing Sectors
The typical starter home sold for a record $260,508 in August, a 2.2% year-over-year increase, according to new data from Redfin. In comparison, mid- and high-price home prices grew 1.4% and 2.7% over the same period, respectively, to near-record highs of $370,000 and...
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Trump Considering a Housing Emergency Declaration
Treasury Secretary Bessent stated the declaration could occur as early as this fall. Continue Reading Trump Considering a Housing Emergency Declaration
HUD Cracks Down on Illegal Immigrants in Public Housing
“HUD will leverage all available enforcement actions against entities who do not comply with the request for citizenship information,” said Secretary Scott Turner. Continue Reading HUD Cracks Down on Illegal Immigrants in Public Housing
UAE Developer RAK Properties to Accept Crypto Payments on Property Purchases
Clients can now buy property in the Ras Al Khaimah real estate market using major digital assets like USDT, BTC, ETH, and more. Continue Reading UAE Developer RAK Properties to Accept Crypto Payments on Property Purchases
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Aug. 25-29
A fight over the Fed, an upcoming exodus of Canadians returning going home, and a growing wave of property tax reform efforts. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Aug. 25-29
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A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Save the CDFI Fund from Trump’s Chopping Block
This federal entity has no history of fraud or waste. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Save the CDFI Fund from Trump’s Chopping Block
Single-Family Housing Starts Up 11.4%
Single-family housing completions were at a rate of 1.06 million, a 7.1% uptick from the revised January rate of 995,000. Continue Reading Single-Family Housing Starts Up 11.4%
Canadian Housing Starts Declined in February
In the rural markets, housing starts had a monthly SAAR estimate of 19,246 units. Continue Reading Canadian Housing Starts Declined in February
New Rental Home Community Opening in Phoenix
Rents start at $2,710 per month. Continue Reading New Rental Home Community Opening in Phoenix
Wyoming Legislature Session Ends Without Passing Housing-Related Bills
Sen. Stacy Jones, a former real estate broker, said, “We ran out of time.” Continue Reading Wyoming Legislature Session Ends Without Passing Housing-Related Bills
Radian Issues $1 Million Credit Line to Fund Affordable Housing in Philadelphia
“Philadelphia is facing a housing shortage that has eroded affordability,” said Radian CEO Rick Thornberry. Continue Reading Radian Issues $1 Million Credit Line to Fund Affordable Housing in Philadelphia
Survey: 1 in 4 Americans Want to Move Abroad Because of Trump
Among those considering relocation, Canada and the UK are the most sought-after destinations Continue Reading Survey: 1 in 4 Americans Want to Move Abroad Because of Trump
Sharp Drop in Canadian Home Sales Blamed on Tariff Concerns
The national average sale price of $668,097 was down 3.3% from $690,903 in February 2024. Continue Reading Sharp Drop in Canadian Home Sales Blamed on Tariff Concerns
KV Debuts New Fund Focused on Western Canadian Real Estate Market
Eligible and accredited investors can subscribe to the KV Building Products Access Fund LP through their investment advisors. Continue Reading KV Debuts New Fund Focused on Western Canadian Real Estate Market
Retailer Forever 21 Files for Bankruptcy
The Forever 21 trademark and intellectual property are owned by Authentic Brands, which licenses them to F21 OpCo. Continue Reading Retailer Forever 21 Files for Bankruptcy
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