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Florida CFO: Abolishing Property Taxes is Unlikely
Florida's Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia is predicting the state legislature will not follow Gov. Ron DeSantis’ call to abolish homestead property taxes. In an interview with WINK News, Ingoglia acknowledged that DeSantis has yet to propose a plan on how he...
Florida CFO: Abolishing Property Taxes is Unlikely
“I don’t think we’re going to wind up with the place where we get rid of property taxes altogether on homestead or properties,” said Blaise Ingoglia. Continue Reading Florida CFO: Abolishing Property Taxes is Unlikely
HomeServices of America Teams with Zillow on ‘Coming Soon’ Pre-Market Listings
HomeServices of America, a division of Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK), has partnered with Zillow Group (NASDAQ: Z, ZG) on an initiative that enables agents to market their listings earlier on Zillow and Trulia. According to the companies, eligible “coming soon”...
New Initiative Seeks to Abolish Property Taxes in South Dakota
A new initiative has begun to push for the eradication of property taxes in South Dakota. KOTA reports Abolish Property Taxes South Dakota is circulating a petition that will create a ballot referendum designed to end property taxes in the state. The group will need...
New Partnership to Help Renters Build Credit
The fintech Kikoff has teamed with TheGuarantors, a lease guarantee provider, in a new partnership designed to renters build credit in their pursuit of housing. According to the companies, Kikoff and TheGuarantors will offer a free credit-building package to all...
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Trophy Signature Homes to Develop Dallas-Area Community Aimed at First-Time Homebuyers
Future residents will have access to a community swimming pool with a dedicated children’s pool area, an event lawn, fire pits, open green spaces, and a nature-themed playground. Continue Reading Trophy Signature Homes to Develop Dallas-Area Community Aimed at First-Time Homebuyers
16 State Attorneys General Sue HUD Over Funding Threats Against Fair Housing Enforcement
The attorneys general alleged the Trump administration is illegally undermining the states’ ability to combat housing discrimination through an ideologically motivated agenda Continue Reading 16 State Attorneys General Sue HUD Over Funding Threats Against Fair Housing Enforcement
Vietnam Bank to Auction Assets of Convicted Real Estate Mogul Behind Nation’s Largest Fraud Case
Truong My Lan’s sentence was changed to life imprisonment when Vietnam abolished the death penalty for certain economic crimes. Continue Reading Vietnam Bank to Auction Assets of Convicted Real Estate Mogul Behind Nation’s Largest Fraud Case
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Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck Remove Listing for Discounted Beverly Hills Mansion
The 5.2-acre property’s residence features 12 bedrooms and 24 bathrooms. Continue Reading Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck Remove Listing for Discounted Beverly Hills Mansion
Mortgage Application Activity Down 8.5%
The FHA share of total applications increased to 18.6% from 15.9% the week prior. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Down 8.5%
Survey Finds 70% of Renters Forced to Move Due to Increased Housing Costs
The survey also found 75% of respondents stating the rising cost of housing played a role in accumulating the debt that led them to seek help. Continue Reading Survey Finds 70% of Renters Forced to Move Due to Increased Housing Costs
Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas Announces 2026 Community Investment Grant Programs
This year, the bank’s Affordable Housing Program General Fund will provide up to $1.75 million per project. Continue Reading Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas Announces 2026 Community Investment Grant Programs
Activist Investor Seeks New Board for CoStar Group
Daniel Loeb, the billionaire activist investor founder and CEO of the alternative asset management firm Third Point LLC, is calling for a change of leadership at CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP), claiming the company’s pursuit of the residential real estate industry has...
Redfin to Run Super Bowl Ad Featuring Lady Gaga
The Grammy winner reimagines “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” in the advertisement. Continue Reading Redfin to Run Super Bowl Ad Featuring Lady Gaga
Trump Signs Executive Order to Put Feds in Charge of LA Wildfire Rebuilding
Tara Gallegos, a spokesperson for Gov. Gavin Newsom, called the president “an old clueless idiot who believes that the state and federal governments can issue local rebuilding permits and LA gets its water from the Pacific Northwest.” Continue Reading Trump Signs Executive Order to Put Feds in Charge of LA Wildfire Rebuilding
Half of US Households Experienced Home Insurance Rate Increases
Among the states, Florida carries the highest home insurance average at $7,136. Continue Reading Half of US Households Experienced Home Insurance Rate Increases
Amazon to Shut Down Fresh and Go Grocery Stores
The company operates a total of 72 Fresh and Go stores, with most being scheduled for closure on Feb. 1. Continue Reading Amazon to Shut Down Fresh and Go Grocery Stores