This state is moving to tax millionaires. Will others follow?

Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson signed a 9.9 percent tax on household income above $1 million this week, making his state the most concrete test case yet for a policy idea spreading rapidly through many states. Continue reading

The U.S. is still short millions of homes — and builders can’t close the gap

Efforts to loosen building regulations have gained steam, but housing supply is still falling short thanks in part to challenges related to financing. Continue reading

The ‘secret profit’ trap agents don’t realize they’re walking into

“Secret profit” can show up in everyday transactions. Summer Goralik and Troy Palmquist share how to disclose properly and avoid unforeseen consequences. Continue reading

Judge blocks new real estate anti-money laundering rule

A Texas district judge has ruled in favor of a title company owner who said the new rule violated her Fourth Amendment rights. Continue reading

Why affordable waterfront homes are disappearing in California

Contributor Lindsey Harn shares why mid-priced homes on the coast are vanishing, and opportunities to build new homes are slim. Continue reading

5 burning questions about eminent domain ANSWERED

There are many moving parts involved in an eminent domain fight. Broker Annette DeCicco helps you arm yourself and your clients with information when it’s time to help. Continue reading

Agent loses license after having someone impersonate him at online ethics course

Ang “Leon” Li admitted that he asked a family member to pretend to be him for a course called “Ethics — Building Trust.” Continue reading

Portland tries a new affordable housing fix: paying homeowners to rent spare rooms

Portland is paying homeowners to rent spare bedrooms through a new pilot with PadSplit, aiming to expand affordable housing without new construction. Continue reading

New Senate bill would force large investors to sell after 7 years

Lawmakers have asserted that by curbing how long large investors may own build-to-rent homes, it will help eliminate competition for everyday homebuyers and lead to lower prices. Not everyone agrees. Continue reading

Afraid to call FSBOs? The truth about the Do-Not-Call list

The Do-Not-Call list isn’t the barrier many agents assume. Coach Darryl Davis breaks down the law — and why avoiding these calls hurts both you and the seller. Continue reading