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Opinion: tools for landlords to help low-income tenants

Housing Wire

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) surveyed them and heard complaints about: Regulatory requirements – including the requirement that housing units be inspected before voucher holders move in, which can extend vacancies between tenants and force landlords to make costly repairs. Why don’t landlords participate?

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Fannie Mae pays $53M to settle recession-era discrimination suit

Housing Wire

Lisa Rice, president of the National Fair Housing Alliance , saw the statement and reached out to Frater to remind him of a related issue: a lawsuit the fair housing outfit had filed against Fannie Mae in 2016. Our REO maintenance standards are designed to ensure that all properties are tended to and treated equally.”.

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How To Appraise Rural Properties

Appraisal Today

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on USPAP and Personal Inspection, GSE Appraisal Modernization, Transaction costs and values including real estate commissions, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. = USPAP does not require use of the specific term “personal inspection”. Answer: No.

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Royden Oaks Houston Neighborhood Maps

Houston Properties

Royden Oaks neighborhood features tall and mature trees that line the roads filled with hedges designed to emanate a classic American neighborhood vibe. Home designs range from Mediterranean, French, Georgian, and contemporary architecture. – 2016: #1 Individual Agent, Keller Williams, Texas. lower risk for mistakes.

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Guide to EaDo / East Downtown Townhomes

Houston Properties

Most townhomes are within gated communities and feature modern architecture and designer finishes. Most townhomes are within gated communities and feature modern architecture, designer finishes, and eco-friendly features. – 2016: #1 Individual Agent, Keller Williams, Texas. – 2016: Texas’ Most Influential Realtors.

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7 best real estate schools in Massachusetts for 2024

Housing Wire

Exam Prep: The Basic Prelicensing package features three e-books and a course manual designed to help you retain essential real estate concepts and prepare for the state exam. And Exam Prep Plus includes 40 hours a month of Live Q&A with local instructors for a personal, guided approach.

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Houston Lofts For Sale

Houston Properties

They are designated as the Historic District in Downtown Houston. – 2016: #1 Individual Agent, Keller Williams, Texas. – 2016: #1 Individual Agent, Keller Williams, Houston. – 2016: #20 Individual Agent, Keller Williams, Worldwide. – 2016: Texas’ Most Influential Realtors.