Outdated tax law could cost senior homeowners looking to sell
The home equity tax law hasn’t been updated since 1997, meaning senior homeowners could pay a sizable chunk in taxes when they go to sell.
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Home prices hit all-time high, but more inventory cools price growth
Although home prices hit an all-time high in June, inventory growth helped slow down the increase in prices to just 2% year over year.
Tech Pulse: Realtor.com acquires Zenlist; Zillow unveils new tools
Tech Pulse is HousingWire‘s weekly series rounding up the latest in technology — including tools, integrations and trends.
Realtors Relief Foundation sends $500K to Texas flood victims
The funding — distributed through Texas Realtors and eight local associations — will be used to help residents cover housing payments.
NAR moves to dismiss California agent antitrust suit
NAR claims that John Diaz has failed to allege direct harm in his complaint. Diaz’s original suit was dismissed last year.
NorthstarMLS says no to delayed marketing exempt listings
The Minnesota-based MLS is adopting NAR’s mandatory Multiple Listing Options policy but will not implement delayed listings.
Survey: Down payment concerns delay homeownership for many
Among those who are postponing or not planning to purchase, one-third cite insufficient income as the primary obstacle.
How many listings have been impacted by Zillow’s new policy?
Zillow’s listing access standards went into full effect on Monday. The company says only a “small” number of listings have been impacted.
NAR: Homebuyers still have down payment misconceptions
One of the most persistent misconceptions among aspiring homeowners is that a 20% down payment is required to buy a home.
Mayors back Realtor.com’s campaign to address the housing crisis
The resolution acknowledges the mounting housing affordability crisis and calls for policy reforms at all levels of government.