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Asian real estate group, other advocates claim Florida law violates Fair Housing Act

Housing Wire

The Asian Real Estate Association of America , along with the National Fair Housing Alliance , the Housing Opportunities Project for Excellence, Inc., and the Fair Housing Center of the Greater Palm Beaches , have filed a lawsuit that contends Florida Housing Law Senate Bill 264 violates the federal Fair Housing Act.

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New York Gov. Hochul signs bill giving flood risk ‘right to know’ to homebuyers

Housing Wire

Kathy Hochul (D) last week signed a bill into law that establishes a flood risk “right to know” for homebuyers. Previously, sellers could opt that the buyer gets a $500 credit at closing and the disclosure requirement was waived,” Hochul’s office explained. New York Gov.

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Loosening The Knot

Appraisal Buzz

Of course, this applies to the work of real estate appraisal as well. The transaction is a complex interplay between buyer and seller. While it’s true that we must consider the empirical evidence, like chemists in a lab, we are not able to rely on natural laws, neatly organizing the component parts on the periodic table.

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The title industry’s latest cat-and-mouse game: seller impersonation fraud

Housing Wire

“This recent trend involving seller impersonation is particularly concerning, as the real property owner is typically not aware nor in a position to prevent the fraud, until it is too late,” said Thomas W. In Florida , Christian Ross of Ross Law | Ross Title is no stranger to seller impersonation fraud.

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7 best real estate schools in Illinois (IL) for 2024

Housing Wire

Covers license law, real property, agency, state & federal laws, advertising, valuation, finance, real estate calculations, contracts & more + 15-hr Applied Real Estate Principles, an interactive course Leap Learning 60-hr Online Topics Package $419 60 of required 75 hrs. Self-paced.

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Real Estate Tech Trends for 2025

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Thankfully, technology will continue to play a pivotal role in not only advancing access and tools but also streamlining real estate processes and improving customer experiences. AI can also personalize customer experiences, analyzing preferences to recommend properties that align with buyers’ needs.

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How to Become a Real Estate Agent in Illinois (IL) in 5 Steps

Housing Wire

We’ll also dive into necessary steps and helpful tips, answer frequently asked questions, and provide all the key information you need to get your real estate license in Illinois, so keep reading. Special considerations for attorneys in Illinois Applying for your initial real estate broker license based on attorney status?