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California Gov. on homeless crisis: ‘Doing nothing no longer an option’

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In his State of the State address on Wednesday California Gov. Gavin Newsom made a call for the state to address its crisis. Continue reading →

Here’s a 7-step guide to resolving conflicts

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If you’re in the real estate business long enough, you’re bound to butt heads with someone at some point. What’s the best way to get through conflict? Columnist Matthew Szalecki recommends this rational, informed and fair approach to conflict resolutio… Continue reading →

Nebraska attempts to stave off housing crisis with upzoning plan

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As home values slowly creep up, Nebraska legislators are attempting to curtail a possible affordability crisis with three housing-related bills. Continue reading →

Renters’ leases going up in smoke as legislators crack down on cigarettes

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Low-income renters are being unjustly evicted as landlords fail to correctly implement HUD’s smoke-free policy, according to a Washington Post report. Continue reading →

Trump administration proposes massive cuts to HUD

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The President’s budget for Fiscal Year 2021 calls for the elimination of block grant programs and a reduction of HUD’s budget by 15 percent. Continue reading →

Brokerages, REBNY to sue New York state over brokers’ fee adjustment

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The trade association confirmed it plans to file a lawsuit on Feb. 10 over new guidance that would have landlords in New York City pay brokers’ fees. Continue reading →

What does a rental agent in NYC do, anyway?

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Real estate brokers explain all of the responsibilities of the rental agent as the burden of paying them shifts to landlords in NYC. Continue reading →

African American homeownership lowest since 1968 — when Fair Housing Act passed: NAR official

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The National Association of Realtors held its second annual policy forum on Thursday in Washington D.C. and discussed the widening racial gap and its impact on homeownership. Continue reading →

How Washington Realtors got legislators to prioritize housing

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In early 2019, Realtors in Washington state got 12 housing bills passed after a coordinated campaign. Here’s how the association did it. Continue reading →

Sudden ban on rental broker fees in New York draws outrage from real estate industry, praise from renters

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Individual agents and brokers blasted the decision, saying it would eventually pass the costs onto consumers in the form of higher rent. Continue reading →