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

Housing Wire

One thing possibly preventing Bough from taking the second option is a specific Missouri state law , which allows for a seller or landlord to “agree that a designated broker may share with another designated broker the compensation paid by the seller or landlord.” It is implied in RESPA as well,” Trepeta said.

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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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EasyKnock partners with FinLocker to bolster consumer financial health

Housing Wire

The FinLocker app includes a “personalized suite of tools“ designed to help consumers improve their financial health, the company explained in its announcement. This is accomplished through higher credit scores and a greater ability to save for down payments, ultimately positioning people to more easily qualify for a mortgage.

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Don’t let COVID crisis mask affordable housing opportunity

Housing Wire

Reform zoning laws. Here again, the decentralized network of municipal law has handicapped the industry’s ability to respond to the pressing need for more affordable housing. Here again, the decentralized network of municipal law has handicapped the industry’s ability to respond to the pressing need for more affordable housing.

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Why it’s time for the housing industry to get serious about climate risk

Housing Wire

These losses – both insured and uninsured – have traditionally been borne by homeowners, renters, landlords, builders, and property & casualty insurance companies. And the Federal Reserve has asked the nation’s six largest banks to participate in a climate scenario analysis designed to measure and manage climate-related financial risks.

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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. Covers reciprocal application process, relevant laws & regulations Base Non-Credit NH Reciprocity: For anyone licensed in MA seeking NH reciprocity eligibility.

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How To Find & Lease Commercial Space for Rent in 2022 [Full Guide]

The Robert Weiler Company

Ultimately, the landlord has the upper hand in the relationship and can change the terms of the agreement due to the short-term nature of the commercial rental space. A commercial lease is a legally binding contract that details the relationship between a tenant and a landlord. Compliance with Laws. Taxes and Assessments.

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