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It's time the Canadian Government made affordable housing/subsidized housing again, NOT just new homes. STOP private and corporate investors from purchasing single family homes. The flipping market is driving out affordability. New homes are not affordable for first time buyers. #realestatereform
March 31, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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Connecticut is shaking up the banking industry with a new bill that streamlines real estate improvement approvals—what does this mean for homeowners and investors?

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Connecticut General Assembly enacts changes to bank real estate improvement approvals
Connecticut House Bill No. 6877 revises banking real estate improvement approval processes.
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May 23, 2025 at 1:55 AM
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Pendleton's council is taking bold steps to redraw TIF boundaries, paving the way for redevelopment while keeping negotiations open with property owners!

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Pendleton directs staff to redraw TIF boundary after acquisition setbacks
Council voted to have staff and consultants revise the Tax Increment Financing district boundary and Village Hills small-area plan so the plan reflects land the town and partners currently own, explicitly directing staff to present a revised boundary, civic campus concept and plan amendments for council review.
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August 8, 2026 at 2:08 AM
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Florida's House Bill 991 is set to transform the appraisal industry by raising certification standards—will it solve the shortage of qualified appraisers or create new challenges?

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Florida House approves qualification standards for residential appraisers
Florida House establishes new education and experience requirements for residential appraisers
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April 30, 2025 at 10:50 AM
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A groundbreaking bill in D.C. could transform how homeowners tackle defective property deeds, promising a simpler, faster resolution process.

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DC Council enacts legislation to simplify deed curing for homeowners
New bill streamlines process for challenging defective property instruments in D.C.
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March 4, 2025 at 8:51 PM
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Newington and Trumbull may push back property revaluations until 2026—what does this mean for homeowners?

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Connecticut towns Newington and Trumbull defer property revaluation until 2026
Both towns may postpone real property revaluation if approved by their legislative bodies
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June 26, 2025 at 11:37 AM
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New legislation in Washington empowers homeowners to request appraisals when faced with unsolicited offers, ensuring they're protected from predatory practices in real estate transactions.

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Washington bill empowers homeowners to request appraisals in solicited real estate transactions
New legislation gives property owners rights to appraisals in unsolicited home sale offers
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March 20, 2025 at 7:49 AM
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Ohio is taking the future of real estate sales online with a new bill mandating public websites for judicial property auctions!

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Ohio House Bill 458 mandates online auctions for judicial sales of real estate
Bill requires counties to use a public website for judicial sales of real property.
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September 19, 2025 at 11:21 AM
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Ohio's Senate Bill 155 is set to revolutionize the real estate wholesaling market by ensuring homeowners are fully informed and protected from misleading practices.

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Senate Bill 155 enhances transparency in Ohio real estate wholesaling market
Senate Bill 155 mandates clear disclosures for real estate wholesalers to protect homeowners.
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June 6, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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Missouri's Senate just took a huge step for consumer protection in real estate, adding crucial amendments to safeguard homeowners in sale-leaseback transactions!

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Senate advances real‑estate wholesalers bill after consumer‑disclosure amendments
Senate substitute for a real‑estate wholesalers bill (SB973) was brought up for perfection, amended to add 14‑day consumer disclosures for sale‑leaseback transactions, and declared perfected and ordered printed after adoption of floor amendments.
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February 27, 2026 at 6:09 PM
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Missouri lawmakers have made a bold move by overhauling real estate agency agreements and tenant rights—what does this mean for you?

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Missouri Assembly passes legislation revising real estate transaction regulations
Legislators repeal and replace key sections governing real estate agency agreements and tenant rights
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May 10, 2025 at 2:18 AM
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Missouri's House Bill 596 is shaking up the real estate industry by redefining brokerage agreements to enhance transparency and accountability—will this reform protect consumers or complicate the process for smaller firms?

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Missouri General Assembly introduces new brokerage services regulations in House Bill 596
House Bill 596 enacts new regulations for brokerage agreements and agency relationships in Missouri.
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March 14, 2025 at 8:57 AM
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Oklahoma is on the brink of revolutionizing real estate transactions with the introduction of House Bill 2308, promising clearer property ownership guidelines and a potential economic boost.

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Oklahoma Legislature introduces Abstracting Act of 2025
House Bill 2308 establishes the Oklahoma Abstracting Act effective November 1, 2025.
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February 6, 2025 at 11:55 AM
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Boulder City is considering a $15 per square foot fee for new housing developments, a move that could redefine affordable housing in the community.

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City Council proposes $15 affordable housing impact fee for new demolitions
The city recommends a $15 per square foot fee for demolishing and rebuilding homes.
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March 14, 2025 at 8:37 AM
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Maine's committee is shaking up the landscape for manufactured homes, tackling everything from mediation practices to titling complexities in a pivotal new bill.

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Committee advances amended LD 2231 after extensive hearings on titling, mediation, inspections and financing
LD 2231 prompted lengthy discussion about converting manufactured homes to real property, the titling/cancellation process, sales-tax treatment, inspection requirements for park purchases, nondisclosure agreements in mediation, and lender coordination; the committee voted to report an 'ought to pass as amended' recommendation with a minority report retained on a narrow provision.
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March 23, 2026 at 11:14 AM
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Maine is taking a stand against deed fraud by considering a bill that requires seller identity verification, but industry leaders are calling for more caution and collaboration.

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Witnesses urge seller‑identity checks to block deed fraud; industry groups urge more study
A broad set of witnesses—legal aid groups, credit unions and AARP—testified for LD 21 82 to require seller identity verification in certain real‑estate transactions to deter deed fraud targeting older Mainers. Title insurers and industry groups urged additional work, coordinated rulemaking and industry input.
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March 7, 2026 at 9:04 AM
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The Michigan House just pushed through crucial bills to enhance consumer protections and update mapping systems, all with overwhelming support!

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Michigan House advances and passes a package of occupational-code and technical bills; several get immediate effect
The Michigan House passed a series of bills on April 14, 2026, including an occupational-code package and a coordinate-system bill. Multiple bills were approved by recorded roll-call votes (typical tallies 105–1 or unanimous) and were ordered to take immediate effect where indicated.
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April 16, 2026 at 5:10 PM
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Dearborn Heights City Council has chosen Keller Williams Legacy to handle the sale of city-owned properties, but not without a heated debate over commission splits!

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Dearborn Heights council selects Keller Williams Legacy to market city properties after tense debate over commission split
After extensive public comment and council debate about commission splits and buyer-agent fees, council voted to award brokerage services for about 60–70 city-owned parcels to Keller Williams Legacy at up to 3% commission, with the contract to be drafted by corporation counsel and returned to council; one member recused.
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December 22, 2025 at 10:38 PM
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Major changes are shaking up the real estate industry in Michigan following a $418 million antitrust settlement, transforming how buyer agents are compensated and enhancing transparency for consumers.

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Michigan Realtors adapt to new antitrust rules following $418M National Association settlement
Michigan Realtors implement new agent compensation rules enhancing consumer transparency post-settlement.
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June 17, 2025 at 2:37 PM
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Empty high-rises and full shelters — how did we let housing become a speculative asset instead of a human right?
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The Unseen Housing Crisis: Why Homes Feel Out of Reach in a Country Full of Buildings - Interconnected Earth
Across the US, millions of housing units sit empty at any given time and there is a Housing Crisis of affordability. If there are "enough" buildings, why are people still priced out?
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February 14, 2026 at 10:55 AM
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Empty high-rises and full shelters — how did we let housing become a speculative asset instead of a human right?
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The Unseen Housing Crisis: Why Homes Feel Out of Reach in a Country Full of Buildings - Interconnected Earth
Across the US, millions of housing units sit empty at any given time and there is a Housing Crisis of affordability. If there are "enough" buildings, why are people still priced out?
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December 9, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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Senate Bill 1172 could revolutionize the Texas real estate landscape by allowing limited partnerships and LLCs to buy and sell properties without needing a real estate license!

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Senate Bill 1172 allows partnerships to buy and sell property without real estate license
Senate Bill 1172 enables limited partnerships and LLCs to transact real estate independently.
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March 12, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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Sarpy County's controversial property tax practice is leaving homebuyers in the lurch—could reform be on the horizon?

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Douglas County considers changing property tax closing standard favoring sellers
County seeks to eliminate tax advantage for sellers at property closings in Douglas County.
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June 25, 2025 at 9:16 PM
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Massachusetts has taken a bold step by empowering a committee to acquire defaulted properties at fair market value, aiming to revitalize historic districts!

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Historic District Stabilization Committee authorized to acquire properties using eminent domain
Legislation empowers committee to acquire real estate in default at fair market value
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September 20, 2025 at 4:36 AM
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Montana's Senate Bill 201 is poised to reshape the landscape of contaminated properties, sparking a heated debate over transparency versus economic growth.

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Montana Legislature sets new rules for property contamination disclosure
Legislature requires notification for remediated properties and limits disclosure requirements.
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February 19, 2025 at 9:11 AM