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SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Did the recent portal deals create a fair housing risk for listings?

Recent real estate deals have created a system that may unintentionally violate fair housing principles by limiting access to listings based on agent networks.
Real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
2 days ago

Last milking: How rough and dirty operators profit from failing buildings

Investors are buying rent-stabilized buildings despite losses, hoping for long-term gains, but face significant risks and challenges in the current market.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
5 hours ago

New York latest state to consider law on private listings

New York's proposed bill aims to regulate private listings, requiring seller agreements and faster public listing timelines to enhance market transparency.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 hour ago

Milwaukee's Luvene Realty Group moves to Compass

Joining Compass enhances the real estate experience in Milwaukee, aiming for a more equitable future and improved community health and wealth.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Did the recent portal deals create a fair housing risk for listings?

Recent real estate deals have created a system that may unintentionally violate fair housing principles by limiting access to listings based on agent networks.
Real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
2 days ago

Last milking: How rough and dirty operators profit from failing buildings

Investors are buying rent-stabilized buildings despite losses, hoping for long-term gains, but face significant risks and challenges in the current market.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 hour ago

eXp denied dismissal of fraud claims in sexual misconduct case

During the three-year span of the lawsuit, eXp and its founder Glenn Sanford faced allegations of negligent hiring. But these claims against Sanford and the company were ultimately dismissed.
Law
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 hours ago

Divided San Jose council approves police housing preference - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose Police Department personnel will receive priority in a new housing program, despite criticism regarding fairness to other city workers.
#new-york
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Op-Ed | It's time to modernize SEQRA to ensure responsible development

Vacant office spaces in Midtown could be transformed into thousands of apartments, addressing housing shortages and environmental concerns.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 week ago

Help for rent-stabilized landlords appears unlikely as Mamdani's board kicks off

Data on rent increases in New York reveals conflicting interpretations between tenant advocates and landlord groups regarding financial realities.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Landlords evicting tenants before law to prevent practice comes into force in England

Landlords are evicting tenants before new laws ban no-fault evictions, with reports of increased evictions noted by renters' unions.
Washington DC
fromCurbed
3 days ago

'The Housing Czar!'

Cea Weaver navigates new challenges in her role, facing public scrutiny and adjusting to her position as director of the Mayor's Office to Protect Tenants.
#new-york-city
fromCurbed
1 day ago
NYC real estate

How Do I Convince My Landlord to Let Me Store Stuff on My Landing?

fromAP News
6 days ago
New York City

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

NYC politics
fromNewsmax
3 days ago

NYC Office Real Estate Rises Under Socialist Mamdani

New York City's office market shows strength despite concerns over Mayor Mamdani's tax policies potentially driving businesses away.
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
1 day ago

How Do I Convince My Landlord to Let Me Store Stuff on My Landing?

Storing personal property on building landings is illegal and poses safety risks, according to fire codes and fire safety experts.
New York City
fromAP News
6 days ago

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

Mayor Zohran Mamdani initiates 'rental ripoff hearings' to address issues with bad landlords in New York City.
London startup
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Want to know capitalism's endgame? Just look at private equity it has captured our everyday lives | Hettie O'Brien

Private equity is transforming nurseries in the UK, prioritizing profit over quality and accessibility in early childhood education.
#housing-policy
Silicon Valley real estate
from48 hills
3 days ago

Four rental units become one $4.75 million mansion. Will the supes legalize it? - 48 hills

Legalizing the conversion of a four-unit building into a mansion could significantly impact the city's rental housing stock.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

ROAD to Housing Act sparks debate over investor limits, inventory

The Senate approved a bipartisan housing bill that includes provisions to shift corporate-owned properties to individual homeowners through rent-to-own requirements, though critics argue it does not increase overall housing supply.
Silicon Valley real estate
from48 hills
3 days ago

Four rental units become one $4.75 million mansion. Will the supes legalize it? - 48 hills

Legalizing the conversion of a four-unit building into a mansion could significantly impact the city's rental housing stock.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

ROAD to Housing Act sparks debate over investor limits, inventory

The Senate approved a bipartisan housing bill that includes provisions to shift corporate-owned properties to individual homeowners through rent-to-own requirements, though critics argue it does not increase overall housing supply.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
5 days ago

LA's 17.8% resi progress lags state-mandated production as clock ticks

Los Angeles is significantly behind in housing development, achieving only 17.8% of its state-mandated goal for new units.
#housing-market
Real estate
fromFast Company
8 hours ago

This might be the best time to buy a home in years, depending on where you live

America's housing market is shifting towards favoring buyers, with two-thirds of major markets now classified as balanced or buyer-friendly.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

The housing market is fragmenting as local trends diverge

The housing market shows stability, but regional performance is diverging, affecting deal closures amid rising mortgage rates.
Real estate
fromFortune
1 day ago

The housing market has been frozen for 3 years. Here's why this spring could finally change that | Fortune

The U.S. housing market shows early signs of recovery as first-time buyers return and affordability improves.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Housing market crash unlikely despite war, high rates

Housing demand remains strong despite rising mortgage rates, with no historical precedent for price crashes without distressed sellers.
Real estate
fromFast Company
8 hours ago

This might be the best time to buy a home in years, depending on where you live

America's housing market is shifting towards favoring buyers, with two-thirds of major markets now classified as balanced or buyer-friendly.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

How the ROAD to Housing Act could improve home affordability

COVID-19 and Federal Reserve actions led to a housing market frenzy, but rising mortgage rates and inflation have since decimated affordability.
NYC real estate
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Locked Out: 3 Housing Buzzwords, Decoded

The housing market is challenging for first-time buyers due to a shortage of starter homes and rising costs.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

The housing market is fragmenting as local trends diverge

The housing market shows stability, but regional performance is diverging, affecting deal closures amid rising mortgage rates.
Real estate
fromFortune
1 day ago

The housing market has been frozen for 3 years. Here's why this spring could finally change that | Fortune

The U.S. housing market shows early signs of recovery as first-time buyers return and affordability improves.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Housing market crash unlikely despite war, high rates

Housing demand remains strong despite rising mortgage rates, with no historical precedent for price crashes without distressed sellers.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
5 hours ago

FARE Act adding to landlord strangulation, one owner says

Tenants are moving more frequently and becoming pickier, making it harder for landlords to fill rent-stabilized apartments near market rates.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
19 hours ago

Palo Alto prepares to go big on housing around San Antonio Road - San Jose Spotlight

San Antonio area is undergoing transformation with new mid-rise housing projects and relaxed building standards to encourage denser development.
#affordable-housing
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
2 weeks ago

While Affordable Housing Tenants Pay Extra for Amenities, Some Market Rate Renters Get Them For Free

Affordable housing tenants in NYC are excluded from luxury building amenities while market-rate tenants enjoy them for free.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
2 weeks ago

While Affordable Housing Tenants Pay Extra for Amenities, Some Market Rate Renters Get Them For Free

Affordable housing tenants in NYC are excluded from luxury building amenities while market-rate tenants enjoy them for free.
NYC politics
fromtherealdeal.com
5 days ago

Doomed to fail: Why Rent Guidelines Board always gets it wrong

The Rent Guidelines Board's process is ineffective and cannot set appropriate rent increases for diverse tenants.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
5 days ago

Rexford sells real estate while former co-CEO sells shares

Laura Clark has officially taken over as CEO of Rexford, ending the tenure of co-CEOs Michael Frankel and Howard Schwimmer.
fromBrownstoner
3 hours ago

Turn Monthly Rent and Mortgage Payments Into Value With Bilt

Bilt allows users to earn points on both rent and mortgage payments, which can be redeemed for travel, dining, and local business benefits, making housing costs more manageable.
Real estate
fromABA Journal
1 week ago

Legal industry is expanding its office footprint, new report finds

For the first time in three years, more law firms are planning to expand their office footprint, rather than contract, according to a new report from commercial real estate brokerage CBRE.
Law
UK news
fromBusiness Matters
2 weeks ago

The Renters' Rights Act Is Rewriting the Business Case for Buy-to-Let

The Renters' Rights Act will fundamentally change the operating model for private landlords in England, making amateur landlording untenable.
#homeownership
NYC real estate
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

We bought a house that's too small so we could afford our dream neighborhood. A $300,000 third-party loan will help us renovate.

The Feinbergs purchased a small home in Wayne, Pennsylvania, and planned to expand it using RenoFi financing based on future value.
NYC real estate
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

We bought a house that's too small so we could afford our dream neighborhood. A $300,000 third-party loan will help us renovate.

The Feinbergs purchased a small home in Wayne, Pennsylvania, and planned to expand it using RenoFi financing based on future value.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

Cupertino council declines to reconsider housing project - San Jose Spotlight

Cupertino officials rejected a request to reconsider an affordable housing project amid a lawsuit claiming rushed approvals and environmental review bypass.
#housing
East Bay real estate
fromGothamist
3 days ago

Mamdani administration eyes new effort to steer sale of NYC rent-stabilized apartments

Mayor Mamdani aims to influence the sale of rent-stabilized apartments in East Harlem to protect tenants' rights and stabilize housing.
East Bay real estate
fromGothamist
3 days ago

Mamdani administration eyes new effort to steer sale of NYC rent-stabilized apartments

Mayor Mamdani aims to influence the sale of rent-stabilized apartments in East Harlem to protect tenants' rights and stabilize housing.
SF real estate
fromFortune
1 week ago

The ROAD Act passed by the Senate aims to expand America's housing supply. It's likely to shrink it instead | Fortune

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act aims to limit single-family home rentals to address the housing shortage.
#tenant-rights
fromSFGATE
6 days ago
New York City

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
21 hours ago

Housing groups push to ensure new tenant harassment penalties get in state budget | amNewYork

New legislation aims to impose criminal penalties for systemic harassment of rent-regulated tenants in New York City.
New York City
fromSFGATE
6 days ago

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani launched hearings for renters to voice complaints directly to housing officials, addressing issues like mold and landlord accountability.
Real estate
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

For Sale by Owner: Should you attempt to sell your own house?

Selling a home without an agent can save money, but it's complex and often results in lower sale prices compared to agent-assisted sales.
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

If you want housing abundance, let the market work

Good urbanism should transcend politics. Socialists and capitalists can walk the same neighborhood and agree it's a pleasant place to live. They can each appreciate the tree canopy, the corner café with people spilling onto the sidewalk, the mix of ages on bikes and on foot, the architectural details of older buildings, and so on.
Philosophy
NYC politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Zohran Mamdani wants to crack down on New York's bad landlords'. He has to find them

The Independent provides critical journalism on pressing issues, ensuring accessibility without paywalls, and supports community engagement through initiatives like rental hearings.
New York City
fromPBS News
6 days ago

NYC Mayor Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

Tenants face challenges identifying landlords due to corporate ownership structures, complicating accountability and enforcement of housing laws.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Downtown L.A.'s cratering real estate market is changing - rich renters are buying their buildings

Downtown L.A. office buildings are losing value, prompting tenants to purchase properties instead of renting due to high vacancy rates.
#housing-crisis
NYC real estate
fromFortune
1 day ago

Housing is so expensive, even a $87 billion Wall Street bank is giving workers $6.5K in cash to get on the property ladder | Fortune

Many American workers have abandoned homeownership dreams due to a housing crisis, prompting BNY to offer financial assistance for first-time homebuyers.
fromtherealdeal.com
2 weeks ago
NYC real estate

Think twice before lying about real estate

Successful marriage advice applies to public discourse: think before speaking, especially regarding complex issues like housing and environmental regulations.
NYC real estate
fromFortune
1 day ago

Housing is so expensive, even a $87 billion Wall Street bank is giving workers $6.5K in cash to get on the property ladder | Fortune

Many American workers have abandoned homeownership dreams due to a housing crisis, prompting BNY to offer financial assistance for first-time homebuyers.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
2 weeks ago

Think twice before lying about real estate

Successful marriage advice applies to public discourse: think before speaking, especially regarding complex issues like housing and environmental regulations.
fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

Commercial Lease Sydney Terms Explained (Rent, Outgoings, Incentives)

Rent in a commercial lease is not just a single figure; it can be gross, net, or semi-gross, each affecting overall financial commitments differently.
Real estate
Marketing tech
fromEntrepreneur
3 weeks ago

Is It Finally Time to Put Homebuyers First in Real Estate Tech?

Proptech startups prioritized revenue from real estate agents and brokerages rather than end-users, resulting in technology that optimizes intermediary efficiency instead of consumer benefit.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

The Neighbor Kids Keep Trespassing on Our Property. It's Going to End in Disaster.

Property owners face legal liability for child injuries on their land from attractive nuisances like frozen ponds, requiring immediate protective action beyond verbal warnings.
fromwww.housingwire.com
21 hours ago

Real estate agent personas guide targets brokerage recruiting

Recruiting is not about convincing people; it is about diagnosing them. Most recruiters fail because they sell the brokerage instead of solving the agent's specific 3 a.m. nightmare.
Real estate
fromHoodline
5 days ago

Manhattan Power Broker Closes 2.3 Million Square Feet in Office Deal Blitz

Scott Gottlieb's impressive performance in 2025 included 58 lease transactions, totaling around 2.3 million square feet, showcasing his ability to navigate a challenging office market.
NYC real estate
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Borrowers have a new agent. Is your organization built for it?

AI is shifting negotiating power from lenders to borrowers, requiring institutions to adapt or risk losing competitive advantage.
NYC real estate
fromWRAL.com
6 days ago

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

Tenants in a Bronx building express grievances about poor living conditions at a city forum aimed at holding landlords accountable.
NYC real estate
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

How to Keep the Suburbs Tenant-Free

The rise of corporate landlords is reshaping suburban housing, increasing rental options but facing potential legislative challenges.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

Presupposition is the mistake: Why housing marketing doesn't meet the bar

Marketing in housing fails to create demand, assuming people desire homeownership without addressing their actual preferences for flexibility and freedom.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
40 years ago

Problems of Landlords and the Rights of Their Tenants

Property owners face significant challenges enforcing lease violations due to difficult eviction processes, while tenant overcrowding and maintenance issues complicate property management responsibilities.
SF real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
36 years ago

Don't Let the Neighbors Steal Your Real Estate

Neighbors can acquire permanent prescriptive easements on your property through continuous, unauthorized use for 5-21 years without payment, but granting written permission prevents this.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

AI can accelerate real estate transactions But it can't replace the professional work that protects property rights

Artificial intelligence is enhancing efficiency in the title industry, but professional expertise remains essential for ensuring clear property ownership.
US politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Realtors: Fair housing embedded in duties amid federal changes

Realtors expect minimal change to daily practices because licensing and professional training already enforce fair housing compliance.
World news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Israel passes measure to make purchasing real estate from Palestinians easier

Israel passed measures easing settler land purchases and expanding Israeli control in the West Bank, undermining prospects for a two-state solution.
NYC real estate
fromThe Daily Upside
3 weeks ago

How Advisors Are Finding Opportunities in Private Real Estate Right Now

Commercial real estate values remain 17% below 2022 peaks due to pandemic office vacancies and interest rate increases, presenting potential buying opportunities despite sector skepticism and illiquidity concerns.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Landlord rented out garden building to family

Rajinder Singh Pander, of Windsor, Berkshire, had been served an enforcement notice by Hounslow Council requiring him to demolish the unsafe building - but he ignored the order and continued to rent out the property on Worthing Road, Heston, west London. A young family, including a child, lived there for two years in "cramped and substandard living conditions, giving rise to serious concerns about their health and wellbeing", according to Hounslow Council.
UK news
#housing-affordability
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Here's what will actually move the needle on housing affordability

Housing affordability requires land-use reform and builders must shift focus to market segments where they can control outcomes, as traditional solutions like lower rates, off-site construction, subsidies, and value engineering are individually insufficient.
fromRedfin | Real Estate Tips for Home Buying, Selling & More
2 weeks ago

Tenancy in Common vs Joint Tenancy: Key Differences for Homebuyers

Tenancy in common is a form of co-ownership where two or more people each own a share of a property. One of the biggest advantages is flexibility. Ownership shares can be, but don't have to be equal. For example, one person can own 60 percent while another owns 40 percent, based on how much each contributed financially.
Real estate
Real estate
fromInc
3 weeks ago

Why Connectivity Is the New 'Location' in Commercial Real Estate

Digital infrastructure and connectivity now rival or surpass traditional location as the primary factor determining real estate value for business properties, with 96% of U.S. business leaders willing to pay premium prices for reliable connectivity.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

Real estate success is shifting beyond sales volume

Real estate success now depends on consistency, relationships, and reliability rather than transaction volume alone, as informed clients and transparent markets demand dependable service.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 weeks ago

Congress nears a housing deal and the investor fight is inside it

The bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act addresses America's housing crisis by streamlining environmental reviews, expanding financing for manufactured housing, and encouraging communities to accelerate production to close a supply shortage of one to seven million homes.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Property tax, insurance accounts for 21% of mortgage payments

Taxes and insurance can comprise over one-third of monthly mortgage payments in many markets, significantly impacting affordability beyond the base loan cost.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

The rental market has entered its infrastructure era

Control of the rental workflow—speed, pricing, screening, and professional experience—will determine success in the next housing transition.
Real estate
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I bought a house with my best friend. It's the best living situation I've ever had.

Two divorced single mothers purchased and share a house in Utica, creating a supportive, stable living arrangement that does not affect their romantic relationships.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Real estate leaders weigh in on potential ban on large investors

Large institutional investors own a small national share of single-family investor properties, so barring their purchases would likely have limited nationwide housing-market impact.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Real estate leaders call for data-first strategy

Organizations must invest in clean, centralized data infrastructure and trained data talent to convert data into predictive, equitable, actionable insights.
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