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Despite a nationwide construction boom, new research shows rents are rising for low-income families as developers focus on luxury units and operating costs soar.
The Houston Association of Realtors has reversed a plan to add a specific flood risk tool to its home listings, citing concerns over fairness.
Nashville Metro Council is considering a resolution to request a 3% share of the state's real estate transfer tax, a move that could generate $7.8 million annually for local infrastructure and housing
The US government's efforts to sell underused property are often slowed by bureaucracy. However, a lesser-known but highly effective alternative exists: targeted legislation.
Sacramento Mayor Kevin McCarty unveiled a new real estate tax proposal during his first State of the City address, aiming to create a dedicated fund for permanent housing.
Cities across the U.S. are reviving government-backed housing under a new name: social housing. The model aims for financial sustainability and mixed-income communities, but faces old challenges.
A new study reveals most homeowners in flood zones sell their properties privately, transferring risk to new buyers instead of using federal buyout programs.
Local governments across the Richmond region are set for key votes this week on property taxes, land use, school policies, and controversial development projects.
Wellesley residents voiced concerns at a public meeting about a proposed housing development on state land near MassBay Community College's Oakland Street campus.
Hawaii loses tens of millions annually due to a tax loophole benefiting real estate investment trusts (REITs). Most REIT shareholders are non-residents, meaning profits leave the state untaxed, impact
A legal tax strategy known as the 'drop-kick' allows corporations and wealthy individuals to avoid real estate transfer taxes, costing states millions in revenue.
Facing a projected $19.7 million budget deficit, the Austin Independent School District has proposed a plan to close 13 schools and redraw attendance boundaries.
