Real Estate News & Insights
Vermont Governor Seeks to Use State Surplus Revenue to Cut Proposed Property Tax Hike
Vermont Gov. Phil Scott is seeking to use surplus state funds to reduce a projected 12% property tax hike slated for 2026, but the Republican governor is getting pushback from some Democratic legislators over his plan. Vermont Public reports Scott’s administration...
Brazil to Conduct Real Estate Auction Using Blockchain Technology
The Brazilian auction market has been disrupted with altered documents, fake websites, and inconsistent public records. Continue Reading Brazil to Conduct Real Estate Auction Using Blockchain Technology
BTY Group Opens Halifax Office
“Atlantic Canada is experiencing unprecedented population growth, fueled by both interprovincial migration and international immigration,” said BTY’s Jamie MacGillivray, Continue Reading BTY Group Opens Halifax Office
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Cleaning Up San Francisco, Again
Editor Phil Hall recalls the San Francisco tradition of hastily cleaning up its rundown appearance ahead of a major event. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Cleaning Up San Francisco, Again
RE/MAX Names Erik Carlson as CEO
Carlson was most recently president and CEO of DISH Network Corp. Continue Reading RE/MAX Names Erik Carlson as CEO
Wall Street Journal Profiles FDIC as a Riot of Sexual Harassment and Heavy Boozing
The article claimed that drunken vomiting off a hotel roof was a rite of passage for FDIC trainees. Continue Reading Wall Street Journal Profiles FDIC as a Riot of Sexual Harassment and Heavy Boozing
Gannett Teams with Home Solutions on Media Endeavor Aimed at Homeowners
The companies will debut a dedicated home services-focused section titled “Homefront” on the USA Today website. Continue Reading Gannett Teams with Home Solutions on Media Endeavor Aimed at Homeowners
NAR: The Average Homebuyer Has a Six-Digit Household Income
The overwhelming number of buyers were White (81%), compared to Hispanics (7%), Black (7%) and Asian (6%). Continue Reading NAR: The Average Homebuyer Has a Six-Digit Household Income
New Jersey Father and Son Indicted in House Flipping Investor Scam
“These defendants allegedly defrauded investors and mortgage lenders for personal gain,” said New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin. Continue Reading New Jersey Father and Son Indicted in House Flipping Investor Scam
Housing Affordability Index Crashes to Record Low
For the 12th straight quarter, California’s Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale metro was the nation’s least affordable major housing market. Continue Reading Housing Affordability Index Crashes to Record Low
FHA Seeks Input on Proposed HECM Program Update
The new proposal would enable certain categories of due and payable HECMs that were previously ineligible for assignment to be assigned to HUD. Continue Reading FHA Seeks Input on Proposed HECM Program Update
Stephen Sondheim’s Connecticut Estate Listed at $3.25 Million
The late composer’s Manhattan townhome was listed in July. Continue Reading Stephen Sondheim’s Connecticut Estate Listed at $3.25 Million
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