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9 tips for homebuyers in non-disclosure states

Housing Wire

Even in a non-disclosure state, sale prices are listed on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS), and most real estate professionals are registered with their state’s MLS to gain access to this essential tool of the trade. Don’t get too emotionally invested in any one available property, and remember there are always other homes.

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How the title industry is addressing the negative effects of heirs’ property

Housing Wire

Besides not having the ability to monetize the property, heirs’ property holders can also lose economic value in other ways. In some states, heirs’ property holders are ineligible for homestead tax credits, even if they occupy the property and pay property taxes , leading to the overpayment of taxes.

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CFPB doubles down on mortgage servicing enforcement

Housing Wire

The new acting director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau , Dave Uejio, told staff in an email on Thursday that the bureau will direct its attention to mortgage servicers, promising “aggressive action” to ensure companies follow the law. How a cloud-based tax platform benefits mortgage servicers. Presented by: CoreLogic.

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GSEs further expand AVMs, desktop and hybrid appraisals

Housing Wire

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac’s equitable housing finance plans further expand non-traditional property appraisals, which sometimes rely on property tax information, data collected by third parties, or algorithms to assess a property’s value. Both GSEs argue that these approaches advance equity. My data, my research.

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13 Tips for Negotiating Commercial Real Estate for Lease in Columbus, Ohio [2022]

The Robert Weiler Company

An attorney specializing in commercial real estate law can help you understand the terms, make sure your interests and rights are protected. A commercial real estate lease agreement is a legally binding document between a lessor (landlord) and lessee (tenant) for the use of a commercial rental property. Absolute NNN Lease.

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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. Zoning] dictates our economy.

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7 best real estate schools in Florida (FL) for 2024

Housing Wire

2 End of Course Exam Attempts Online Course With 3 Hours Each of Core Law & Ethics, 8 Hours of Specialty. Exam Math Cram consists of 5 real estate math practice tests to test your knowledge on real estate math formulas, calculating commission, and calculating property taxes. 1 Year Course Access.30-Question Course E-Book.