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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
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.
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law helps remap Nevada for critical minerals
The U.S. Geological Survey has announced it will invest approximately $4.7 million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding to collect high-resolution geophysical data focused on
How To Build Safer Neighborhoods
One of the most basic human needs is safety. It’s part of why people seek stable jobs, good schools for their children, and neighborhoods with low crime rates. However, not all areas cultivate the same level of security and precaution.
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $185 Million in Allocations for Rehabilitation of High Hazard Potential Dams...
The Biden-Harris administration is announcing $185.1 million in allocations for 32 states and one territory to make dams stronger
U.S. Department of the Treasury Announces More Than $1 Billion in Upfront Savings for...
The U.S. Department of the Treasury and IRS announced consumers have saved more than $1 billion in upfront costs on their purchase of more than 150,000 clean vehicles since January 1, 2024, marking a
New Louisiana Law Will Protect Homebuyers from Predatory Contracts
The American Land Title Association (ALTA), the national trade association of the land title insurance industry, AARP, the Louisiana Land Title Association (LLTA) and Louisiana
Horsford Introduces Bill to Improve Transparency in Affordable Housing
Congressmen Steven Horsford (NV-04) and Emanuel Cleaver (MO-05), Ranking Member of the House Financial Services Committee Housing and Insurance Subcommittee, introduced the
