Fair housing protections rolled back on Day 1 of Trump presidency
Having fair access and the opportunity to lease or own a home is paramount to the American dream, Dr. Lee Davenport writes. Here's how new policies could impact that goal
by Lee Davenport Feb 5
Agents resilient as Milton slams Florida 2 weeks after Helene
The storm hit Sarasota as a Category 3 hurricane late Wednesday night. Agents said Milton's a lot to deal with shortly after Helene, but experience with extreme weather has been helpful
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 10
How you can help victims of Hurricane Helene
Communities are just beginning a long road to recovery. Reference this list of resources to learn where to donate money or supplies or sign up to volunteer
Helene death toll surpasses 100; communities face tough rebuild
Some of the areas worst hit were in remote western NC mountain towns, like Asheville, where communities were cut off from cell and internet services, as well as water and power
by Lillian Dickerson Sep 30
Swing state housing costs have skyrocketed since 2020 election
Housing affordability will remain an issue at the forefront of the upcoming presidential election, where swing states will determine the next president and the future of housing costs
by Richelle Hammiel Jul 17
President Biden's 5% rent cap falls flat with industry leaders
President Biden proposed the idea of a 5% rent cap for corporate landlords with at least 50 units on Tuesday. However, industry leaders say caps rarely result in lower housing costs for renters
by Marian McPherson Jul 16
Feds want to expand their control over real estate sales to foreigners
A proposal would expand an existing rule and give the 'Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States' power to review real estate sales near 56 military installations in 30 states
by Jim Dalrymple II Jul 9
'The sky is not falling': Fighting fear and frustration post-settlement
Nick Schlekeway looks at the consumer, governmental and industry forces that led to the post-settlement landscape and the opportunities they present for those willing to move forward
by Nick Schlekeway Apr 19
DOJ launches criminal probe into RealPage amid rent-fixing scandal
The DOJ opened its investigation into the property management software firm as well as several multifamily building operators who authorities believe collaborated in a 'price-fixing combination'
by Ben Verde Mar 25
Biden proposes $5K tax credit for first-time buyers in SOTU address
The set of new housing initiatives also includes a 1-year tax credit of up to $10K to households that sell their starter home. NAR applauded the president's commitment to aiding the industry
Renters take aim at over-the-top junk fees targeted by White House
From tech fees to non-refundable move-in costs and so-called 'peace-of-mind packages,' the 'junk fees' landlords charge tenants are increasingly under fire from lawmakers and the White House
by Taylor Anderson Jul 25
Mauricio Umansky's winding road from shaky childhood to luxe CEO
After navigating health scares as a child and struggling early in his career, The Agency CEO's wife, Kyle Richards, suggested he get a real estate license, which he says was the 'best decision ever'
Should you buy down your mortgage? The Real Word
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White are talking about buying down mortgages, investing in your real estate business and keeping up with current events
by Byron Lazine Feb 10
Does remote work spell doom for Florida's housing market? The Real Word
Opinion
Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss mortgage fraud, rising home prices in the Sunshine State, and news from Left, Right and Center
by Byron Lazine Sep 15
What Biden's student loan forgiveness means for real estate
After months of speculation, the Biden administration just announced that it will wipe out as much as $20,000 in individual student loan debt
by Jim Dalrymple II May 13