Biden administration’s parting gift to real estate is a lawsuit against Greystar
The Federal Trade Commission is suing Greystar for allegedly deceiving tenants through fees that raised rents above the advertised amount.
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Realtor.com: HOA fees are on the rise among all home types
A Realtor.com report found that roughly 40% of for-sale listings last year included HOA dues, up slightly compared to 2023.
NAR names Jarrod Grasso to new industry relations post
Grasso has a long history of leadership within Realtor associations, most recently serving as the CEO of New Jersey Realtors.
Alexander brothers denied bail on federal sex trafficking charges
Tal and Oren Alexander are staying in jail. Along with Oren’s twin brother Alon, the two former luxury real estate brokers were denied bond Wednesday on the federal sex trafficking case against them.
Howard Hanna closes third acquisition in three months
The family-owned brokerage on Wednesday announced its acquisition of Ohio-based Home Experts Realty, its third acquisition since October.
The Supreme Court is out, so what’s next for NAR?
Legal experts weigh in on where NAR goes now that it has run out of courts to hear its appeal against the Department of Justice.
Cyberbacker CEO arrested for giving marijuana to 8-year-old son
Cyberbacker CEO Craig Goodliffe was arrested in Ogden, Utah, last week for allegedly giving his 8-year-old son marijuana candy, which prompted charges of child endangerment, purchase of a firearm by a restricted person and intoxication.
Here’s why Trump’s presidency is keeping agents up at night
Building material costs, skilled labor supply and affordable housing options were top-of-mind issues in a survey of 1,200 real estate pros.
Over 400K mortgages may be underinsured for flood risk: CFPB
The CFPB found that hundreds of thousands of mortgaged properties in the southeast and central southwest alone may be underinsured.
Redfin lays off 46 employees
Redfin has started 2025 with a round of layoffs. The Seattle-based brokerage company laid off 46 employees on Thursday.