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In this state, seniors can now freeze their property taxes — here’s how
Source: Market Watch --- A new property tax relief law went into effect this week in Maine, which could be a boon for seniors in the nation’s oldest state that also has the fourth-highest homeownership rate. Under the “Property Tax Stabilization Program,” seniors who...
Dual Agency Is Illegal In Some States: Explained
Source: Quicken Loans --- You want your real estate agent representing your best interests, fighting to get the lowest sales price if you are buying a home or the highest if you are selling one. But what if you’re selling your home and your real estate agent is also...
Renter Population Is Growing 3X Faster Than Homeowner Population
Nationwide, just over one-third (34.4%) of households are in rental housing. Continue Reading Renter Population Is Growing 3X Faster Than Homeowner Population
Minnesota Foreclosure Rescue Service in $240K Settlement Over Compliance Errors
Dwell Equities agreed to stop engaging or continuing a foreclosure rescue service or engage in equity stripping. Continue Reading Minnesota Foreclosure Rescue Service in $240K Settlement Over Compliance Errors
West Virginia Governor Blames James Dimon for Foreclosure Auction of Historic Hotel
The Justice family accused the foreclosure to be a “political stunt” by Dimon. Continue Reading West Virginia Governor Blames James Dimon for Foreclosure Auction of Historic Hotel
Connecticut Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Homeowners Making Short-Term Rentals
The court’s 5-2 ruling determined that a “residence” is not synonymous with a permanent presence. Continue Reading Connecticut Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Homeowners Making Short-Term Rentals
Louis CK Lists Shelter Island Estate for $9.25 Million
The Tudor-stye 5,300-square-foot residence on a 2.02-acre property was built in 1901. Continue Reading Louis CK Lists Shelter Island Estate for $9.25 Million
CMBS Delinquency Rate Rises, Fueled by Office Sector
Year-over-year, the overall CMBS delinquency rate is up 102 basis points. Continue Reading CMBS Delinquency Rate Rises, Fueled by Office Sector
Furniture Retailer Badcock to Shut Down, Closing 380 Stores
The company’s shuttering follows last week’s bankruptcy filing by its parent company Conn’s. Continue Reading Furniture Retailer Badcock to Shut Down, Closing 380 Stores
Blackstone in Talks to Acquire Retail-Focused REIT
ROIC owns 95 shopping centers covering roughly 10.7 million square feet. Continue Reading Blackstone in Talks to Acquire Retail-Focused REIT
Colibri Real Estate to Host Virtual Career Expos
Both expos will take place virtually and there is no cost to attend. Continue Reading Colibri Real Estate to Host Virtual Career Expos
Mortgage Rates Drop to 6-Month Low
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.73% as of Aug. 1. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Drop to 6-Month Low
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