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Housing Rights Initiative files massive discrimination case in Illinois

Housing Wire

According to HRI’s announcement, the organization trained and deployed a group of undercover investigators over the past year who posed as prospective tenants looking to use Section 8 vouchers. The other brokerage defendants contacted by HousingWire did not return a request for comment.

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

Housing Wire

Over the course of a year, HRI trained, equipped, and deployed an army of undercover investigators, who posed as prospective tenants with Section 8 vouchers,” HRI said in a statement. These investigators contacted hundreds of brokers and landlords by text message to determine compliance with California’s fair housing laws.”

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Consumer advocate says policy changes are needed to help FHA buyers compete

Housing Wire

The authors suggest a two-fold recommendation — that more states and local municipalities pass “source of income” legislation so that tenants and homebuyers will be better protected; and for the U.S. of the U.S. mortgage market in 2023, up from 14.3% in 2022, according to HUD. ”

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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. Multifamily renting An Uber-like experience to match today’s 30 million renters with property managers, Domino would provide tenants with a personalized readiness rating. Below is a summary of all 12 gen AI proposals.

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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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What It Takes to Be An Expert Appraisal Witness in An Eminent Domain Case

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

As a result, appraisers who have this kind of specialized training can often command hourly rates significantly above those who do not. Superior Arts District’s new tenant brings jobs, art to in renovated warehouse – Marc Lefkowitz of Cleveland Fresh Water. I hope you enjoy these also… .

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How to Post the Most Effective MLS Listing: Tips to Help Buyers and Speed Up the Appraisal Process

Boston Appraisal

This is where a good realtor will also provide essential disclosures such as any potential influences like power lines, train tracks or easements that might be in place. Information regarding tenants, leases, and rental amounts should be first and foremost when it comes to these types of properties.