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fromwww.housingwire.com
12 hours ago

Colorado AG voids MV Realty Homeowner Benefit Agreements

The consent judgment voids MV Realty's long-term Homeowner Benefit Agreement contracts, clears recorded property filings, and bars the company from performing real estate brokerage services in Colorado.
Real estate
Law
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

Why Your Personal Legal Issues Become Business Problems Fast

Personal legal issues significantly impact leadership focus and business decisions, requiring early planning and delegation to maintain decision-making capacity.
NYC real estate
fromNews 12 - Long Island
3 days ago

Tenants raise concerns about East Flatbush apartment building's new landlord

Tenants in East Flatbush face severe living conditions, including structural issues and pest infestations, while struggling with unclear landlord ownership.
Mental health
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

Burned out as a real estate agent, try boundaries that stick

Independent agents experience unique burnout due to high demands and limited resources, necessitating effective self-care and boundary-setting strategies.
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Man killed after business arrangement 'went sour'

Prosecutor James Brown KC stated that Wazabanga and Belfon did not intend to kill Aladejana but wanted to confront him about a grievance related to a failed business arrangement.
UK news
Real estate
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Here's What's Blocking You From Getting the Best Housing Deals

Real estate innovation struggles with distribution, preventing new technologies from reaching consumers despite advancements in proptech.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

My Husband Wants to Take Serious Legal Action Against a Neighbor. He's a First Grader.

Addressing a child's wandering requires safety measures and communication rather than immediate legal action.
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

I Did My Aunt and Uncle a Huge Favor. Now I'm Being Treated Like an Evil Landlord.

I inherited my house while I was still in college. I had no clue what to do as a homeowner so I invited my 'aunt and uncle' to live with me after they got priced out of their apartment.
Law
#real-estate
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago
NYC real estate

Manhattan appellate court forces developer to transfer Bryant Park condo ownership | amNewYork

Real estate
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

'Accidental Landlords' Hit Near-Record Levels -- 1 Stock to Buy, 1 to Avoid

Many sellers are becoming 'accidental landlords' as home prices remain high and mortgage rates stay near 6%.
Real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 week 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
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Manhattan appellate court forces developer to transfer Bryant Park condo ownership | amNewYork

A judge awarded a Chinese businesswoman ownership of two condos after canceling the mortgage held by a company linked to her former partner.
Real estate
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

'Accidental Landlords' Hit Near-Record Levels -- 1 Stock to Buy, 1 to Avoid

Many sellers are becoming 'accidental landlords' as home prices remain high and mortgage rates stay near 6%.
SF real estate
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Our Offer Was Accepted on Our Dream House. Then the Sellers Started Acting Very Strange.

Sellers terminated the contract after inspection, revealing serious house issues, leading to suspicions about their intentions.
Real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 week 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.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

My Sister and I Started a Business Together. Now I Want Out. But I Also Want What's Mine.

A face-to-face conversation with your sister is essential before deciding on buyout terms for your shared business.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

HOA liens climb 8.6% in 2025 as Sun Belt pressure mounts

Homeowners associations filed 284,933 liens against U.S. homeowners in 2025, an 8.6% increase from the 262,446 filings in 2024, equivalent to one lien every 90 seconds.
Real estate
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Lawyers Should Stay Away From A Client's Office Politics - Above the Law

Attorneys should avoid office politics when representing clients to ensure effective communication and minimize internal conflicts.
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
1 week 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.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

eXp Realty added to Zillow RESPA lawsuit in Seattle

The lawsuit claims that the portal tricks consumers into using agents affiliated with Zillow through its Flex and Premier Agent programs, resulting in inflated home purchase prices.
Real estate
New York City
fromThe Nation
3 weeks ago

Mamdani Asked Tenants to Tell Him Their Problems. Hundreds Did.

New York City tenants face severe housing issues, prompting Mayor Mamdani to hold 'Rental Ripoff' hearings for tenant complaints.
fromFast Company
1 month 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
fromBrownstoner
2 weeks ago

What Owners Need to Know About Their Apartment Insurance

Most water claims start in the most ordinary places: under sinks and around toilets. A slow drip from a supply line or a small leak by a toilet can lead to severe water damage across several units.
NYC real estate
#divorce
fromHuffPost
3 weeks ago
Relationships

We Asked Divorced People To Share The Fight That Ended Their Marriage

Long-standing issues often culminate in a final fight that signifies the end of a marriage.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Why Does Passive-Aggressive Drama Flourish in Divorce?

Ending a marriage involves overt and covert problems, impacting emotional health and future relationships for all involved.
Relationships
fromHuffPost
3 weeks ago

We Asked Divorced People To Share The Fight That Ended Their Marriage

Long-standing issues often culminate in a final fight that signifies the end of a marriage.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Why Does Passive-Aggressive Drama Flourish in Divorce?

Ending a marriage involves overt and covert problems, impacting emotional health and future relationships for all involved.
NYC real estate
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks 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 weeks 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.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Inside the East Village housing battle between communal tenants and their landlord

Tenants at 109 East 9th St. allege harassment and unsafe living conditions by their landlord, leading to a prolonged conflict since 2021.
#tenant-rights
fromCity Limits
1 month ago
New York City

Mamdani Sits Down With Tenants at Bronx 'Rental Ripoff' Hearing, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
NYC real estate

First of Mamdani's Rental Ripoff Hearings' sees hope, skepticism, and one outburst | amNewYork

Mayor Mamdani launched rental ripoff hearings across New York City to collect tenant testimonies about housing violations and landlord misconduct, with findings to inform new housing policy within 90 days.
fromCity Limits
1 month ago
NYC real estate

Tenants Decry Bad Landlords at First Ever 'Rental Ripoff' Hearing In Brooklyn

Mayor Mamdani held New York's first 'Rental Ripoff' hearing where renters reported issues including high utility bills, slow repairs, unresponsive landlords, and inadequate city services, though NYCHA tenants felt excluded from the private-market-focused event.
New York City
fromCity Limits
1 month ago

Mamdani Sits Down With Tenants at Bronx 'Rental Ripoff' Hearing, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

Mayor Mamdani launched 'Rental Ripoff' hearings across New York City boroughs to address tenant complaints about landlord negligence, unaffordable fees, and housing conditions while extending inclusion to NYCHA residents.
New York City
fromBrownstoner
1 month ago

What's to Come at 'Rental Ripoff' Hearings?

Met Council on Housing's Tenants' Rights Hotline provides guidance to tenants facing housing issues, connecting them with resources and referrals to navigate complex tenant rights and government agencies.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
NYC real estate

First of Mamdani's Rental Ripoff Hearings' sees hope, skepticism, and one outburst | amNewYork

Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

L.A.'s eviction defense program up in the air amid battle with city attorney

Los Angeles City Attorney recommended reconsidering a $177-million Legal Aid Foundation contract despite the organization's successful litigation against the city over homelessness crisis mishandling.
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.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 month ago

Fighting goes on between LA, OC resi in latest legal row

The Oppenheim Group sued luxury agent Paul Daftarian and sellers over a $5.4 million Corona del Mar home sale, alleging conspiracy to hide the closing and avoid commission payments.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

I asked 9 divorce attorneys what they notice about couples who stay together versus couples who split and not a single one mentioned love. Every answer described the same invisible skill most people never think to develop. - Silicon Canals

Successful marriages depend on the ability to repair after conflict and maintain a shared "couple identity," not on passion or love alone.
San Francisco
fromSocketsite
9 years ago

Upp Yours! Foreclosed upon Pac Heights Landlord is Fighting Back

Arden Van Upp filed suit to void a $5.5 million mortgage, alleging predatory lending, lack of signature, improper notice, and seeking injunctive relief.
fromLos Angeles Times
13 years ago

Does tenant have to be present for repair work?

A landlord has a legal duty to make appropriate repairs and to do so promptly once notified. The rules governing landlord entry into a rental unit are stated in California Civil Code Section 1954. This statute says that a landlord may enter only during normal business hours and only for a legitimate reason, which includes repairs, and only after giving 24 hours written notice to the tenant.
Renovation
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 month ago

The Daily Dirt: Eliot Spitzer is once again fighting Adam Leitman Bailey over his condo project

Eliot Spitzer's Fifth Avenue luxury condo development faces renewed legal opposition from attorney Adam Leitman Bailey, who claims a rent-stabilized tenant received an irrevocable lease renewal offer that was improperly demanded back.
fromRedfin | Real Estate Tips for Home Buying, Selling & More
1 month 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
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.
#property-dispute
World news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months 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.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago

San Jose company takes VTA to court over eminent domain - San Jose Spotlight

"We're not trying to stand in the way of progress," Monarch Truck Center President Nicole Guetersloh told San José Spotlight. "It's just we'd also like to stay around."
California
#domestic-abuse
Boston real estate
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Landlord firm that issued 36 eviction notices in one estate has been involved in multiple RTB disputes

Patchflow Ltd issued eviction notices to 36 households in Wexford's Hazelwood estate ahead of new rent rules, with the company having a history of RTB disputes with tenants.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
12 years ago

Can landlord be liable for property manager's unlawful action?

Property owners face absolute vicarious liability for fair housing law violations by property managers and employees, regardless of owner knowledge or involvement.
Intellectual property law
fromPatently-O
2 months ago

First Possession and Intellectual Property: A Supplement for Property Law

First-to-file patent rules parallel Pierson's capture rule; IP regimes define possession differently: patent filing, copyright fixation, and trademark use determine priority.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

My Mother-in-Law Destroyed My Property to "Protect" Our Family. She's Gone Too Far.

A grandmother destroyed family property while babysitting, citing conspiracy theories, prompting the father to seek legal action and restrict her access to his young son.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
14 years ago

Homeowners renting out space must follow tenant-landlord rules

Homeowners renting rooms must follow state tenant-landlord laws and establish written rental agreements covering rent amount, deposits, payment dates, occupants, and lease terms.
fromLos Angeles Times
10 years ago

Q&A: Is tenant who moved out after four days entitled to her money back?

Once she paid rent and moved in, she became a month-to-month tenant, regardless of the length of time she stayed in your house. As a month-to-month tenant, she is required to give you a 30-day written notice of termination, and she is responsible for rent during that 30-day period, whether she stayed there or not.
Law
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
22 years ago

A Civic War Is Brewing Over 'Tara' Estate

West Hollywood plans to build a 35-unit affordable senior apartment complex on a historic 1994-designated estate, sparking resident opposition over preservation of the wooded cultural landmark.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Help! My Husband Bought a House in Secret. Now He's Making Promises I'm Not Sure He'll Keep.

I have been living together with my partner for the past 15 years with our two children and one daughter of my own. Our relationship was purely sexual at first, then we both got divorces so we could build a future together. This future has mainly consisted of making material and building choices (as he is very well-skilled) and raising our children.
fromCurbed
2 months ago

When Your Friend Becomes Your Landlord

What that became, in practice, was closer to psychic warfare. "We both tried to leverage the fact that we're supposed to be friends," Henry said. "I'd use it against him all the time: 'Come on, dude, what are you talking about?' And he'd do the same thing to me." Take, for example, the time Henry and his fiancé fostered a dog without asking Reid first: "I was like, 'He is not going to evict us for having a dog.'"
NYC real estate
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Help! I Wanted to Extend a Simple Thank You to a Neighbor. But They Took Advantage of My Generosity.

Neighbor shoveled unexpected snow; host offered lunch but felt resentful when partner joined and ordered pricier items; host wants clear, fair repayment expectations.
Real estate
fromCurbed
2 months ago

When Your Friend Becomes Your Landlord

Renting from a friend can save money but often creates blurred boundaries, interpersonal conflict, and disputes over property and security deposits.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Best practices for real estate buyer-broker agreements take shape

Brokerages implemented rapid, standardized training, tech-integrated disclosures, and layered audits nationwide to ensure compliance with buyer representation and compensation practice changes.
Real estate
fromBusiness Insider
2 months 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

Are you selling the rate or building relationships?

Loan officers succeed by educating borrowers on multiple loan options and aligning choices with borrowers' long-term financial goals, not by simply selling today's rate.
Real estate
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Legal Drama Likely to Heat Up Over Fence Installed on Coastal Property in Daly City

A Daly City coastal property comprises four parcels with multiple owners, creating disagreement and a disputed fence installed by Luke Brugnara that blocks public access.
Real estate
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Psychological torture': Spanish tenants fight back against housing harassment'

Investors use non-renewal threats, disruptive construction, and utility problems to force long-term tenants out for more profitable tourist, short-term, or luxury rentals.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

What is ground rent and how are leasehold rules changing?

There are around five million leasehold properties in England and Wales, of which 70% are flats. At the moment, the freeholder of a property generally owns the building and the land beneath it, outright and forever. Leaseholders effectively buy the right to live in the property for a fixed period of time. Leasehold flats are found in all sorts of properties - from converted Victorian houses to purpose built skyscrapers - and tend to be concentrated in big cities.
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