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Housing Rights Initiative files massive discrimination case in Illinois

Housing Wire

The Housing Rights Initiative (HRI) is taking aim at 165 real estate agents, brokerage firms and landlords in its latest series of lawsuits filed in Chicago. This violates Illinois House Bill 2775, which makes it illegal for landlords, brokers and agents to discriminate against housing applicants who seek to use vouchers to pay their rent.

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Big-name brokerages among those accused of income-based discrimination in California

Housing Wire

But as many as 200 real estate agents , brokerage firms and landlords are alleged to have violated this law by discriminating against applicants with federally subsidized Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, according to an undercover investigation conducted by the Housing Rights Initiative (HRI). We are reviewing the claims.” ”

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A recap of gen AI use cases at FHFA’s 2024 TechSprint

Housing Wire

AI is learning all the time, which means it has to be fed and trained on accurate, up-to-date data. The renter is presented with results they are prequalified for that fit their criteria and the app connects them with landlords/property managers. Those updates have to be baked into the process from the beginning.

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Thrive Real Estate of Shrewsbury, MA is Now a Part of Lamacchia Realty

Lamacchia Realty

During the recent NAR legal settlement, he again stood out as a leader. Our values are very much aligned, and we know that offering their robust marketing and training will benefit both our clients as well as our beloved agents.” Maribeth and Rick followed his advice, leading to their best year ever!

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Are Appraisers Professionals?

Appraisal Today

I was first trained as a scientist, starting with my high school biology class. I have always been a professional appraiser since I started in 1975, trained at an assessor’s office to do what is in this article. What about a degree in another field that did not include any appraisal-related training? I got it for MLS access.

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How to Become a Property Manager in California

CA Realty Training

A property manager is a licensed third party who manages the property for the landlord. A certificate is proof of your accreditation and proper educational training. Regardless of what is happening in the property, you must update both the landlord and the tenant. It’s a job that’s in high demand! Also, join a trade association.

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12 Questions to Ask Your Real Estate Agent

PennyMac

Many of them have had great training and even specialized experience working for seasoned Realtors®. Find an agent who really understands the different contracts you need and how to properly fill them out, the legal obligations you’ll run into, and the financial side of the business. Check out the agent’s social media pages.