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MBA issues support for real estate finance bills debated by Congress

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House of Representatives ’ Financial Services Committee as the body considers the markup of proposed bills centered on real estate financing. MBA believes that FSOC should be compelled to conduct a deep and thorough analysis, including weighing the cost and benefit of such a designation to the U.S. Sponsored by Rep.

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Real estate industry is in flux after shocking guilty verdict in commission lawsuit trial

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billion in damages, many questions still remain about what this means for the real estate industry, as the defendants still await Judge Stephen Bough’s final judgment. It found the National Association of Realtors , HomeServices of America and Keller Williams guilty of collusion to maintain high commission rates.

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Opinion: tools for landlords to help low-income tenants

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The federal Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is a powerful tool to help low-income families find apartments they can afford, but the program isn’t reaching its potential because far too few landlords participate in it. Why don’t landlords participate? Congress has helped, as well.

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7 best real estate schools in Massachusetts for 2024

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Many Massachusetts real estate schools offer online courses. After completing an approved course of study, you’ll be able to sit the state real estate exam. Vetted by HousingWire | Our editors independently review the products we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission.

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RentSpree announces new MLS partnerships 

Housing Wire

Rental software provider RentSpree announced on Monday a new partnership with UtahRealEstate.com (URE), a multiple listing service (MLS) serving approximately 20,000 real estate professionals across Utah. Lastly, RentSpree scored another partnership with the Houston Association of Realtors (HAR), the second-largest MLS in Texas.

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Opinion: I wish millennials would stop complaining about housing and rent prices

Housing Wire

We millennials (at over 40, I’m an elder millennial or Xennial) are a vocal bunch for sure, having been the designers and original influencers of social media (Think: Mark Zuckerberg and Kim Kardashian!)! HB 404 will: Require that landlords ensure that residential rental property is “fit for human habitation.”

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New software released for experienced landlords, property managers

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Rentec Direct, a property management software solution, released its redesigned software platform for landlords and property managers. The company said the updated software features streamlined, modern design improvements that enhance overall user experience and promote a seamless workflow for real estate professionals.