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Abortion, marijuana laws play a role in relocation decisions

Housing Wire

The passage of the so-called “heartbeat bill” in Texas and similar laws in other states, access to legal and safe abortions has become a major concern for some recent movers. The post Abortion, marijuana laws play a role in relocation decisions appeared first on HousingWire.

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Better.com and Vishal Garg violated securities and labor laws, former exec says

Housing Wire

A former top executive at Better.com claims the digital nonbank lender and its chief executive officer and founder, Vishal Garg, violated securities and labor laws as the company plans to go public via a merger with a blank check company.

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SEC looking at Better.com over alleged securities law violations

Housing Wire

to evaluate allegations of federal securities laws violations, prompted by a former top executive’s recent lawsuit. The post SEC looking at Better.com over alleged securities law violations appeared first on HousingWire.

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Proposed VA appraisal law looks to even the playing field

Housing Wire

” The post Proposed VA appraisal law looks to even the playing field appeared first on HousingWire. A piece of legislation introduced in the Senate in mid-May could streamline the appraisal process for VA loans.

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Are Looser Zoning Laws the Solution to Housing Shortage?

Appraisal Buzz

The post Are Looser Zoning Laws the Solution to Housing Shortage? The post Are Looser Zoning Laws the Solution to Housing Shortage?

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Fred Gooch: A Nationwide RON Law Would Help Reduce Confusion

Appraisal Buzz

The post Fred Gooch: A Nationwide RON Law Would Help Reduce Confusion appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

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Practicing Law as a Digital Nomad

Appraisal Buzz

The post Practicing Law as a Digital Nomad appeared first on DSNews. The post Practicing Law as a Digital Nomad appeared first on Appraisal Buzz. The global health crisis spurred the legal field to embrace digital processes out of necessity.

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Judith Romano Joins Pincus Law Group’s Pennsylvania Office

Appraisal Buzz

Thirty-year bankruptcy specialist joins Pincus Law to serve as Managing Attorney of the firm’s default legal services practice in the state of Pennsylvania. The post Judith Romano Joins Pincus Law Group’s Pennsylvania Office appeared first on DSNews.

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Reminder About Snow Removal Laws

Lamacchia Realty

A REMINDER ABOUT SNOW REMOVAL LAWS. Here is a reminder if you’re a property owner in Massachusetts: by law, you must remove or treat snow and ice on walkways and plow parking lots. Some Massachusetts property owners are still unaware of this law that went into effect in July of 2010.

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New Suspicious Law in CA

Appraiserblogs

With increased public attention on the… The post New Suspicious Law in CA appeared on Appraisers Blogs.

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Duplex vs. House + In-Law Unit (ADU)?

JMV Lending

UNDERWRITER KILLS DEAL BY CALLING IN-LAW PROPERTY A DUPLEX A few months ago, we had a purchase with two units on one lot. The post Duplex vs. House + In-Law Unit (ADU)? Appraisals Our Blog duplex in-law unit in-law units single family residence

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Padgett Law Group Leader Recognized by Council for Inclusion

Appraisal Buzz

Cade Holleman, Marketing Strategist for Padgett Law Group, was recognized by the Council for Inclusion in Financial Services with the Catalyst Award. The post Padgett Law Group Leader Recognized by Council for Inclusion appeared first on DSNews.

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Marinosci Law Group Promotes Two to Key Roles

Appraisal Buzz

The post Marinosci Law Group Promotes Two to Key Roles appeared first on DSNews. The post Marinosci Law Group Promotes Two to Key Roles appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

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Padgett Law Group Webinar Earns Media Award of Excellence

Appraisal Buzz

The post Padgett Law Group Webinar Earns Media Award of Excellence appeared first on DSNews. The post Padgett Law Group Webinar Earns Media Award of Excellence appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

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Padgett Law Group Receives ‘No-Objections’ Status from GSEs

Appraisal Buzz

Padgett Law Group (PLG) has announced the firm has received its no-objection status from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, clearing the final administrative task in entering the firm’s newest state of full-service creditors’ rights operations, Pennsylvania. … The post Padgett Law Group Receives ‘No-Objections’ Status from GSEs appeared first on DSNews. The post Padgett Law Group Receives ‘No-Objections’ Status from GSEs appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

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Blaming, Punishing Appraisers in State Laws

Appraiserblogs

Here’s the law from New York state: 19 NYCRR § 1107.2. With increased public attention on the… The post Blaming, Punishing Appraisers in State Laws appeared on Appraisers Blogs.

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CFPB Releases Advisory Opinion Educating Consumers on Fair Lending Laws

Appraisal Buzz

The CFPB is ramping up its efforts to issue guidance and advisory opinions to assist entities … The post CFPB Releases Advisory Opinion Educating Consumers on Fair Lending Laws appeared first on DSNews. The post CFPB Releases Advisory Opinion Educating Consumers on Fair Lending Laws appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

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Does Adding an In-Law Suite Pay Off?

Empire Appraisal Group

Does Adding an In-Law Suite Pay Off? Source: Does Adding an In-Law Suite Pay Off? NEW YORK – Accessory dwelling units are known by many names: in-law suites, guest houses, backyard cottages, or basement or garage conversions, among others.

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Jennifer Watson Laws promoted to HW Media’s Senior Vice President of Sales and Operations

Housing Wire

Clayton Collins, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, and Diego Sanchez, Chief Operating Officer, of HW Media , are proud to announce the promotion of Jennifer Watson Laws to Senior Vice President of Sales and Operations. Watson Laws was also named as one of Folio’s Top Women in Media in 2020.

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Window to the Law: Ensuring Impartial Appraisals

National Association of Realtors

Real estate transactions rely on an objective appraisal to determine a home’s market value, but evidence suggests there’s potential for racial bias in the appraisal process.

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Valuing An In-Law Unit Or An ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit)

JMV Lending

An ADU or in-law or granny flat or outside cottage (or whatever you want to call it) is […]. The post Valuing An In-Law Unit Or An ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) appeared first on JVM Lending. Appraisals Our Blog ADU ADUs appraisals in-law unit

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State and Local Antidiscrimination Laws Could Help Renters Access Emergency Rental Assistance and Keep Their Homes

Urban

Where are people protected by source-of-income discrimination laws

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Axess Law harnesses technology to upend real estate law model

Mortgagebroker News

"Our focus is on ripping apart what you thought you knew in terms of how a real estate transaction should be closed

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Illinois Appellate Court Finds “Keep Chicago Renting Ordinance” Violated State Law by Regulating Rents

Appraisal Buzz

The post Illinois Appellate Court Finds “Keep Chicago Renting Ordinance” Violated State Law by Regulating Rents appeared first on DSNews. The post Illinois Appellate Court Finds “Keep Chicago Renting Ordinance” Violated State Law by Regulating Rents appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

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Financing And Building ADUs Or In-Laws

JMV Lending

The post Financing And Building ADUs Or In-Laws appeared first on JVM Lending. Appraisals Our Blog ADU ADUs construction granny flat HELOC in-law unitCUTEST HOUSE I EVER SAW I have been in the mortgage industry since 1994 and have seen thousands of homes in every setting imaginable. And the cutest house I have ever seen was a 3,500 square foot brick, single-level ranch house on ten acres in the wine-growing region of Livermore Valley in California. It had […].

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Bloomberg Markets 1-6-20: Manhattan High-End Hurt By New Tax Laws

Miller Samuel

I joined Vonnie Quinn on Bloomberg Markets to talk about the results of my recent research for Douglas Elliman's Elliman Report: Manhattan Sales Report Q4-2019. Always enjoy the conversation. Manhattan Bloomberg TV Luxury, Super, Ultra, Mega Vonnie Quinn Bloomberg Markets

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The Important Laws and Regulations All Landlords Must Remember

BiggerPockets

There are a number of federal laws that help to protect tenants' rights, and it can sometimes seem that tenants have more rights than landlords. When it comes to renting a property, things can get confusing. Plus, it’s up to landlords to ensure that they always act according to federal regulations—which means that you have to know what to do, and what not to do, to avoid any issues with the tenant.

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How Key Law, partners use Treefort Technologies to prevent fraud

Mortgagebroker News

"We have proactive tools that can be used to chase away potential fraudsters at the initial stages of the mortgage application process

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For real estate law, nothing beats the human touch

Mortgagebroker News

"We're like that awesome restaurant in your neighbourhood you would wait an hour for a table

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Ninth Circuit Court upholds CFPB investigation on Seila Law

Housing Wire

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a decision in favor of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s actions taken against Seila Law. Seila Law LLC, has been one of the most significant cases against the bureau as it fought , and won , the battle against the CFPB’s constitutionality.

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VIDEO: NBC SquawkBox - Impact of New Federal Tax Law on High-Cost Housing Markets

Miller Samuel

This interview occurred back on the 18th and was posted on Housing Notes on October 19th in case you missed it. Robert Frank of CNBC invited me to appear on the show. I’ve been on the show a half dozen times, especially during the housing bubble when I was always interviewed remotely in a dark room with an automated camera. This appearance was the first time on the actual set.

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Ontario promises to address funding gap caused by housing law

Mortgagebroker News

A third-party audit of municipal finances will be launched

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Meta rolls out new system to address housing ad discrimination

Housing Wire

Federal monitoring of Meta should send a strong signal to other tech companies that they too will be held accountable for failing to address algorithmic discrimination that runs afoul of our civil rights laws,” the assistant attorney added. Meta Platforms , formerly known as Facebook Inc.

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In-law suites – why their popularity is surging

Mortgagebroker News

Option is now seen as a means for buyers to meet affordability challenges, says Ottawa broker

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Clark County to Implement Nevada Short-Term Rental Law July 1: What It Means for Airbnb Las Vegas

Mashvisor

Airbnb and other STRs or rentals of less than 30 days are illegal in Clark County. But with Assembly Bill 363 or AB363 taking effect on July 1, 2022, will… Investor Blogs Real Estate News And Analytics Airbnb Airbnb Regulations Las Vegas NV Location Rental Income Rental Strategies

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California’s New Zoning Law Eases Building Restrictions but Depends on the Financing Industry to Play its Part

Urban

Lifting legal roadblocks alone will not guarantee an influx of additional or affordable housing. Homeowners and small developers need access to the financing necessary to build new infill units

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Violating Appraisal Independence Through Harassment, Intimidation & Coercion

Appraiserblogs

It shall be unlawful… to engage in any act or practice that violates appraisal independence… Appraisers, I have written the info below, which you may use if you desire to send to your clients and local real estate offices.

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MORE AMORIN INFLUENCE (MAI): The AI National Nominating Committee Design Is Being Attacked By FOJs

Miller Samuel

Appraising Law, Ethics & Fraud Appraisal Institute Board of Directors Jim Amorin NNC RNC FOJTo all members of the Appraisal Institute: Before I start, I wanted to share what the Appraisal Institute's MAI designation is referred to by many of its members.

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Do Landlords Have to Allow Emotional Support Animals? Know the Laws

BiggerPockets

Here's what emotional support animal laws say you can and can't enforce when it comes to your pet policy. Tenants may come to you and tell you they have an emotional support animal. It could be as normal as a dog—or as strange as a peacock.

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AN URGENT CALL FOR CHANGES TO ZONING LAWS

Will Springer Realtor

And one solution to this worsening issue is an examination of our restrictive zoning laws in urban areas. In a review of 45 years’ data, a 2019 study claims adverse zoning laws wiped out 36% of potential economic growth and negatively affected each worker by more than $8700 in annual wages.