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Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Dec. 1-5
A residential property tax hike in Boston, an investigation into Bill Pulte, and a surprise squatter in a California homeowner’s residence. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Dec. 1-5
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Dec. 1-5
A residential property tax hike in Boston, an investigation into Bill Pulte, and a surprise squatter in a California homeowner’s residence. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Dec. 1-5
Las Vegas Realtors Removes Incoming Director for Cheering Charlie Kirk’s Murder
Las Vegas Realtors has removed an incoming member of its board of directors for comments made on his social media page regarding the assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk. Fox5Vegas.com reports Mark Sivek, a Realty One Group broker who was an incoming...
Private Equity Fund CEO Charged with Real Estate Investing Fraud
The founder and CEO of an Orange County, California-based private equity fund has been charged with defrauding hundreds of investors out of approximately $62.5 million via a promissory note scam involving real estate, Broadway shows, and cryptocurrency. According to...
5-Unit, 125-Year-Old Connecticut Multifamily Property Sells for $1.7 Million
A five-unit multifamily property in Norwalk, Connecticut, that was constructed in 1900 has been sold for $1.7 million, or $342,000 per unit. The three-story property at 2 Park Street encompasses four oversized one-bedroom units and one oversized loft studio totaling...
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Lennar Begins Home Sales at New Florida Community
The community includes a 55+ active adult section. Continue Reading Lennar Begins Home Sales at New Florida Community
Newsom Issues Executive Order Curbing Housing Density in Fire-Impacted Areas
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass issued a similar executive order. Continue Reading Newsom Issues Executive Order Curbing Housing Density in Fire-Impacted Areas
Trump Calls on Fed Board of Governors to Overthrow Powell
There is no precedent for the Fed’s Board of Governors to force its chairman out of the leadership role. Continue Reading Trump Calls on Fed Board of Governors to Overthrow Powell
Wells Fargo CEO Charles Scharf to Become Chairman of the Board
When Scharf becomes chairman, the Wells Fargo board intends to appoint a lead independent director. Continue Reading Wells Fargo CEO Charles Scharf to Become Chairman of the Board
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Staying Top of Mind in an Age of Information Overload: A Strategic Guide for Real Estate Professionals
Success in this industry isn’t about closing deals—it’s about building trust, fostering connections, and consistently showing up. Continue Reading Staying Top of Mind in an Age of Information Overload: A Strategic Guide for Real Estate Professionals
Consumer Confidence in Housing Market is on the Rise
A new record-high share of consumers indicated that they expect mortgage rates to decline over the next 12 months. Continue Reading Consumer Confidence in Housing Market is on the Rise
NY Times Publishes Probe on Political Donations by NAR Nonprofit Affiliate
NAR said the Times was writing a “false claim” that it was “a partisan organization with a right-leaning agenda.” Continue Reading NY Times Publishes Probe on Political Donations by NAR Nonprofit Affiliate
Hudson Valley Property Group Acquires 22-Property Portfolio
The acquired properties are subject to low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) rent restrictions. Continue Reading Hudson Valley Property Group Acquires 22-Property Portfolio
RealPage Says DOJ Dropped Antitrust Investigation
The DOJ offered no public comment on its actions. Continue Reading RealPage Says DOJ Dropped Antitrust Investigation
Sotheby’s International Realty Opens First South Dakota Affiliated Office
The new office is owned and operated by the siblings Dana Fisher and Danielle Konechne. Continue Reading Sotheby’s International Realty Opens First South Dakota Affiliated Office
Gindi Equities Acquires Second Multifamily Community in Fargo
The 252-unit property was acquired from Property Resources Group, which will continue to manage and service the asset. Continue Reading Gindi Equities Acquires Second Multifamily Community in Fargo
EasyKnock Shuts Down Amid Complaints Over Its Residential Sale-Leaseback Programs
“After many years of serving consumers, EasyKnock has closed its doors,” said the New York City-based company. Continue Reading EasyKnock Shuts Down Amid Complaints Over Its Residential Sale-Leaseback Programs
Former Ginnie Mae Chief Takes Role at Freddie Mac
Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) has announced the appointment of Sam Valverde as vice president of mission and community engagement within its single-family acquisitions division. Sam Valverde served as acting president from May through the end of November, when he stepped...
Trump Says He Has No Plans to Remove Powell as Fed Chairman
Jerome Powell can relax – President-elect Donald Trump stated he would not try to replace him before his terms as Federal Reserve chairman ends in May 2026. In an interview broadcast on NBC’s “Meet the Press,” moderator Kristen Welker pressed Trump on retaining...
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