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The Homeowners Guide to Managing Debt Efficiently
Owning a home is one of the biggest financial achievements you can reach. But with that achievement often comes a stack of financial responsibilities — mortgage payments, property taxes, maintenance costs, and sometimes, a growing pile of debt. If you're a homeowner feeling the weight of multiple debts, you're not alone.
Understanding the Home Valuation Process
Most homeowners assume their property is worth what they paid for it, or whatever number they've seen on a real estate app. But when it's time to sell, refinance, or buy, the actual valuation process can tell a very different story. Understanding how that number gets determined puts you ahead of most people sitting at the closing table.
Joyce Leads Markup for FY27 Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Bill
Congressman Dave Joyce (OH-14) led the House Appropriations Committee full committee markup for the Fiscal Year 2027 Financial Services and General Government bill. Congressman Joyce is the primary author of this funding bill as Chairman of the Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government
7 Leading Home Warranty Companies for Real Estate Professionals of 2026
Home warranties have become a practical tool in real estate transactions, not because they eliminate risk, but because they help manage how that risk is perceived and handled during the deal process. In an environment where inspection reports can quickly influence buyer confidence, warranties often serve as a stabilizing mechanism that keeps negotiations focused and prevents small issues from escalating into deal blockers.
How Strategic Planning Enhances Real Estate Tax Savings
Tax management is a critical component for maximizing profitability in real estate investments. Specific strategies can lead to substantial tax savings, turning a modest investment into
New York Department of State Issues New Trend Alert Warning Homebuyers of A.I. Generated...
The New York Department of State today issued a warning to homebuyers and real estate professionals about a significant rise in artificially generated pictures on real estate listings. As the real estate market continues to evolve, this new trend is being used to enhance the marketing of a property
NAR Secures Win for Veterans as VA Home Loan Reform Act Becomes Law
President Trump signed H.R. 1815, the VA Home Loan Reform Act, into law, which aims to make permanent the VA's temporary policy allowing veterans to directly compensate their real estate
House Passes Five Natural Resources Bills Honoring Law Enforcement and Firefighters, Creating Economic Opportunities...
This week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed five bills that support job creation, economic development and reliable
Republican Reconciliation Package Praised by Ohio Industry Leaders
Industry leaders and officials from across Ohio announced their support for the Republican reconciliation law and the benefits it will have for workers, families, farmers, and small businesses across Ohio and its economy.
NAR Secures Major Wins for Real Estate in Landmark Tax Reform Bill
The National Association of REALTORS® applauds the U.S. House of Representatives on final passage of the sweeping tax reform legislation that delivers significant victories for homeowners,
Rep. Chu Leads California Lawmakers in Urging FEMA to Expand Housing Assistance for Survivors...
Rep. Judy Chu (CA-28) led 14 members of the California delegation in a letter to David Richardson, the Senior Official Performing the Duties of FEMA Administrator, urging the agency to explore all available federal disaster housing programs for survivors who remain displaced nearly six months after the devastating Los Angeles fires.
CHAPA and Lawyers for Civil Rights Celebrate Court Ruling Rejecting Unfunded Mandate Challenges to...
In yet another victory for the MBTA Communities Act (the “Act”), a Massachusetts Superior Court judge decisively ruled that the Act
NHC President & CEO David Dworkin strongly supports housing provisions in the House Ways...
David M. Dworkin, President and CEO of the National Housing Conference (NHC), released the following statement in response to the House Ways and Means Committee’s tax
Real Estate Scams That an Edmonton Real Estate Lawyer Can Help You Avoid
The real estate market can be tricky, full of scams that could hurt your finances and disrupt your future plans. From fake listings to mortgage fraud, knowing the risks is key to making smarter decisions. An Edmonton real estate lawyer can help protect your transactions, investments, and long-term financial stability, giving you greater peace of mind throughout the process.
NAR Legal Action Program Helps Secure Victory in Appeals Court to Protect Use of...
The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) today announced the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a unanimous decision finding that the defendant brokerages and agents in Designworks
HUD Updates Regulations to Lower Housing Costs and Build Safe and Affordable Manufactured Homes
HUD marks 50 years of the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards, while announcing the most extensive updates
Kaptur Announces $4.3 Million in Federal Funding to Boost Clean Energy and Energy Efficiency...
Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water
Kaptur Announces $24.5 Million USDOT Award To Lucas, Wood, Ottawa, and Sandusky Counties in...
Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) announced the US Department of Transportation will award $24.5 Million to Lucas,
NATIONAL MEDIA TAKES NOTICE OF UNINTENDED CONSEQUENCES OF NEW REAL ESTATE COMMISSION RULES
The national media is raising awareness of the threat to African American real estate professionals posed by changes to the structuring of commissions paid to agents working on behalf of buyers in home sale transactions. The changes, negotiated in a proposed settlement of a Missouri lawsuit, are upsetting the industry and creating an unsettling environment for Black agents and minority home buyers.
GFP Real Estate and Its Tenants Raise More Than $200,000 to Support Ukrainian Refugees
GFP Real Estate is pleased to announce that its "Support Ukraine in Crisis" campaign raised more than $200,000 to support humanitarian relief efforts on the ground in Ukraine.
