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NYC politics
fromtherealdeal.com
22 hours ago

Doomed to fail: Why Rent Guidelines Board always gets it wrong

The Rent Guidelines Board's process is ineffective and cannot set appropriate rent increases for diverse tenants.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
2 days ago

Help for rent-stabilized landlords appears unlikely as Mamdani's board kicks off

Data on rent increases in New York reveals conflicting interpretations between tenant advocates and landlord groups regarding financial realities.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

Fair Work Agency's priorities criticised days before its launch

Sharon Graham, the general secretary of Unite, stated that the priorities showed the agency was in danger of being a dead duck before it even begins. For too long, workers have borne the brunt of disreputable employers who have had carte blanche.
UK politics
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

House swaps: why exchanging home could be a ticket to a dream holiday

House swapping offers a cost-effective way to vacation, allowing families to save significantly on accommodation expenses.
#tenant-rights
fromSFGATE
2 days ago
New York City

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

New York City
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani launched hearings for renters to voice complaints directly to housing officials, addressing issues like mold and landlord accountability.
New York City
fromBrownstoner
1 month ago

What's to Come at 'Rental Ripoff' Hearings?

Met Council on Housing's Tenants' Rights Hotline provides guidance to tenants facing housing issues, connecting them with resources and referrals to navigate complex tenant rights and government agencies.
#housing
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Default
1 day ago

Brooklyn mother says new apartment in East New York is in desperate need of repairs

A Brooklyn mother faces unaddressed repair issues in her new apartment, prompting her to reconsider moving in.
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Default
1 day ago

Brooklyn mother says new apartment in East New York is in desperate need of repairs

A Brooklyn mother faces unaddressed repair issues in her new apartment, prompting her to reconsider moving in.
#real-estate
Real estate
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Your money questions - 'How long will it take to sell our house and get a new mortgage so we can move?'

Consult an estate agent for your property's value and a mortgage broker for approval before selling and buying.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
21 hours ago

Antitrust lawsuit fallout fails to dent New York agent commissions

Commission rates in New York City remain stable despite antitrust lawsuits, with agents earning similar amounts as before.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Did the recent portal deals create a fair housing risk for listings?

Recent real estate deals have created a system that may unintentionally violate fair housing principles by limiting access to listings based on agent networks.
Real estate
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Your money questions - 'How long will it take to sell our house and get a new mortgage so we can move?'

Consult an estate agent for your property's value and a mortgage broker for approval before selling and buying.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
21 hours ago

Antitrust lawsuit fallout fails to dent New York agent commissions

Commission rates in New York City remain stable despite antitrust lawsuits, with agents earning similar amounts as before.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Did the recent portal deals create a fair housing risk for listings?

Recent real estate deals have created a system that may unintentionally violate fair housing principles by limiting access to listings based on agent networks.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 day ago

LA's 17.8% resi progress lags state-mandated production as clock ticks

Los Angeles is significantly behind in housing development, achieving only 17.8% of its state-mandated goal for new units.
fromABA Journal
3 days ago

Legal industry is expanding its office footprint, new report finds

For the first time in three years, more law firms are planning to expand their office footprint, rather than contract, according to a new report from commercial real estate brokerage CBRE.
Law
#affordable-housing
fromKqed
2 days ago
East Bay real estate

1 Way to Help Oakland Teachers' Salaries Go Further? Affordable Housing | KQED

Real estate
fromFast Company
1 week ago

The housing squeeze is quietly reshaping where Americans can live and work

Finding affordable housing is a significant challenge for various groups of renters in the U.S. economy.
fromCity Limits
1 week ago
NYC real estate

While Affordable Housing Tenants Pay Extra for Amenities, Some Market Rate Renters Get Them For Free

Affordable housing tenants in NYC are excluded from luxury building amenities while market-rate tenants enjoy them for free.
East Bay real estate
fromKqed
2 days ago

1 Way to Help Oakland Teachers' Salaries Go Further? Affordable Housing | KQED

Oakland is creating affordable housing for teachers to combat high living costs and retain educators in the district.
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
22 hours ago

Brooklyn News: A Brownsville Housing Lottery Launches

Affordable housing lottery in Brownsville offers studio apartments for $940, targeting families earning 40-60% of the Area Median Income.
Real estate
fromFast Company
1 week ago

The housing squeeze is quietly reshaping where Americans can live and work

Finding affordable housing is a significant challenge for various groups of renters in the U.S. economy.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
1 week ago

While Affordable Housing Tenants Pay Extra for Amenities, Some Market Rate Renters Get Them For Free

Affordable housing tenants in NYC are excluded from luxury building amenities while market-rate tenants enjoy them for free.
Remodel
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

We bought a house with a 2.5% mortgage rate a few years ago. Our family's much bigger now, but moving is not an option.

Rising mortgage rates since 2019 have made moving to a larger home financially challenging for families.
London
fromTime Out London
1 day ago

London's legendary Billingsgate market is being turned into a new neighbourhood with 10,000 homes

Tower Hamlets Council promotes redevelopment plans for 10,000 new homes near Billingsgate Fish Market to address London's housing shortage.
Non-profit organizations
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 days ago

Santa Clara County housing funds safe after federal court ruling - San Jose Spotlight

Federal appeals court blocks HUD's attempt to cap permanent housing funds, preserving Continuum of Care grants for homelessness solutions in Santa Clara County.
SOMA, SF
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

San Francisco woman convicted in gruesome killing of roommate over unpaid rent

A woman was convicted of second-degree murder for stabbing her roommate over unpaid rent and attempting to conceal the crime.
Silicon Valley
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

'You're a liar.' Why the world's biggest building boom has run into a wall in California

Public opposition to data centers in California is rising, impacting investment and job creation in the state.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

We're trapped': developer's unpaid debt leaves London flat owners unable to sell

Leaseholders in east London are trapped in unsellable homes due to an unpaid debt of £850,000 by the building's developer to the local council.
Remote teams
fromAxios
3 days ago

Office vacancies hit record high

Companies are reducing office space needs due to a shift towards remote and hybrid work models post-pandemic.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

Immigration policy, economic uncertainty reshaping housing market

Immigration policies have led to a significant decline in immigration and negative impacts on housing markets across the U.S.
Austin
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

Austin council pushes new zoning laws for missing middle housing

Austin City Council approved land-use changes to accelerate construction of missing-middle housing types, aiming to address housing shortages and slow price growth.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Housing market softens while relying on smaller pool of serious buyers'

Home buyer demand in the UK has softened due to rising mortgage rates and global uncertainty, with a cautious approach from potential purchasers.
#reproductive-rights
NYC politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Zohran Mamdani wants to crack down on New York's bad landlords'. He has to find them

The Independent provides critical journalism on pressing issues, ensuring accessibility without paywalls, and supports community engagement through initiatives like rental hearings.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Mansion tax could hit 165,000 homes in first year, Budget watchdog predicts

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change, supported by donations to maintain reporting integrity.
NYC politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Zohran Mamdani wants to crack down on New York's bad landlords'. He has to find them

The Independent provides critical journalism on pressing issues, ensuring accessibility without paywalls, and supports community engagement through initiatives like rental hearings.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Mansion tax could hit 165,000 homes in first year, Budget watchdog predicts

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change, supported by donations to maintain reporting integrity.
#manhattan-office-market
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
21 hours ago

Stefan Soloviev sets a Manhattan office rent benchmark

Manhattan's office market sees record rent of $327.50 per square foot, reflecting elite tenants' willingness to pay for premium spaces.
NYC real estate
fromHoodline
23 hours ago

Manhattan Power Broker Closes 2.3 Million Square Feet in Office Deal Blitz

Scott Gottlieb closed 58 Manhattan office lease transactions totaling 2.3 million square feet in 2025, earning a Top Broker Award for 2026.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 day ago

Despite sluggish start, Manhattan office leasing rallies to strong quarter

The Manhattan office market showed growth with 11.8 million square feet leased in Q1 2026, marking a 3.4% year-over-year increase.
#new-york-city
fromAP News
2 days ago
New York City

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

NYC politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

NYC builds taller housing again, as state, city law reset the stage

New York City is increasing housing density through zoning changes and new initiatives to improve affordability.
fromSFGATE
1 day ago
NYC real estate

Photos of New York City tenants who hope the mayor makes headway in his crackdown on 'bad landlords'

New York City
fromAP News
2 days ago

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

Mayor Zohran Mamdani initiates 'rental ripoff hearings' to address issues with bad landlords in New York City.
NYC politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

NYC builds taller housing again, as state, city law reset the stage

New York City is increasing housing density through zoning changes and new initiatives to improve affordability.
NYC real estate
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Photos of New York City tenants who hope the mayor makes headway in his crackdown on 'bad landlords'

Frustrated New York City renters face challenges with bad landlords, mold, pests, and accessibility issues.
Real estate
fromRobb Report
20 hours ago

Manhattan's $10 Million Condos Are Flying Off the Market-Even as Sales Slow Elsewhere

Manhattan's luxury real estate market is thriving, particularly for homes priced above $10 million, despite overall market sluggishness.
#california-housing
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

California considering a first of its kind idea to boost factory-built housing

California is considering entering the construction insurance business to address the housing shortage through innovative building methods.
LA real estate
fromSan Jose Inside
2 days ago

CA Considers New Idea to Boost Factory-built Housing

California is considering entering the construction insurance business to address the housing shortage through factory-based building innovations.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

California considering a first of its kind idea to boost factory-built housing

California is considering entering the construction insurance business to address the housing shortage through innovative building methods.
LA real estate
fromSan Jose Inside
2 days ago

CA Considers New Idea to Boost Factory-built Housing

California is considering entering the construction insurance business to address the housing shortage through factory-based building innovations.
#housing-crisis
LA real estate
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

65, single, seeking a roommate: More seniors are being priced out of living alone

Older adults increasingly share homes due to rising housing costs, with a significant increase in those aged 65 and over seeking roommates.
Boston real estate
fromNieman Lab
2 days ago

The Provincetown Independent's reporters couldn't find housing. So the Local Journalism Project bought a condo for them to rent.

High housing costs on Cape Cod's Outer Cape hinder recruitment of early-career reporters for local journalism.
LA real estate
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

65, single, seeking a roommate: More seniors are being priced out of living alone

Older adults increasingly share homes due to rising housing costs, with a significant increase in those aged 65 and over seeking roommates.
Boston real estate
fromNieman Lab
2 days ago

The Provincetown Independent's reporters couldn't find housing. So the Local Journalism Project bought a condo for them to rent.

High housing costs on Cape Cod's Outer Cape hinder recruitment of early-career reporters for local journalism.
#housing-market
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

Housing market demand holds, but home sales face friction

Housing demand remains steady year over year, but pricing gaps and rising mortgage rates are creating challenges for buyers and sellers.
fromFast Company
3 days ago
Real estate

Home flipping stabilized after being hit by its biggest pullback since 2007

Home flipping activity has stabilized around 2019 levels, with seasoned flippers planning to execute deals in 2026 despite a slower appreciation environment.
Real estate
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

Stuck With Homes They Can't Sell, More Americans Are Becoming 'Accidental Landlords'

High mortgage rates and a cooler housing market lead homeowners to become 'accidental landlords' instead of selling at lower prices.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

How the ROAD to Housing Act could improve home affordability

COVID-19 and Federal Reserve actions led to a housing market frenzy, but rising mortgage rates and inflation have since decimated affordability.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

Housing market demand holds, but home sales face friction

Housing demand remains steady year over year, but pricing gaps and rising mortgage rates are creating challenges for buyers and sellers.
Real estate
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Home flipping stabilized after being hit by its biggest pullback since 2007

Home flipping activity has stabilized around 2019 levels, with seasoned flippers planning to execute deals in 2026 despite a slower appreciation environment.
Real estate
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

Stuck With Homes They Can't Sell, More Americans Are Becoming 'Accidental Landlords'

High mortgage rates and a cooler housing market lead homeowners to become 'accidental landlords' instead of selling at lower prices.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

'Fake landlord lied that his dad had died to scam my deposit'

Rental scams in London are prevalent, with many victims losing deposits and facing last-minute housing crises.
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

If you want housing abundance, let the market work

Good urbanism should transcend politics. Socialists and capitalists can walk the same neighborhood and agree it's a pleasant place to live. They can each appreciate the tree canopy, the corner café with people spilling onto the sidewalk, the mix of ages on bikes and on foot, the architectural details of older buildings, and so on.
Philosophy
New York City
fromPBS News
1 day ago

NYC Mayor Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

Tenants face challenges identifying landlords due to corporate ownership structures, complicating accountability and enforcement of housing laws.
NYC real estate
fromWRAL.com
2 days ago

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

Tenants in a Bronx building express grievances about poor living conditions at a city forum aimed at holding landlords accountable.
UK news
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

The Renters' Rights Act Is Rewriting the Business Case for Buy-to-Let

The Renters' Rights Act will fundamentally change the operating model for private landlords in England, making amateur landlording untenable.
#renters-rights
SF real estate
fromFortune
6 days ago

The ROAD Act passed by the Senate aims to expand America's housing supply. It's likely to shrink it instead | Fortune

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act aims to limit single-family home rentals to address the housing shortage.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Downtown L.A.'s cratering real estate market is changing - rich renters are buying their buildings

Downtown L.A. office buildings are losing value, prompting tenants to purchase properties instead of renting due to high vacancy rates.
NYC politics
fromtherealdeal.com
2 days ago

The slow bloodletting of NYC real estate

Cumulative regulatory costs in New York real estate can outweigh their intended safety benefits, impacting housing affordability and overall public health.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Mortgage lenders ramp up homebuilder divisions

Ginsburg stated that treating builder business as a core pillar rather than a side channel reflects a broader industry shift. He believes a healthy balance of builders should be around 15% to 20% of the overall retail book of business.
Real estate
New York City
fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago

'Now that the building is damaged and vacant': Broadway landlord looks to sell the day after fire

A fire in a downtown apartment building led to tenant displacement and raised questions about the landlord's intentions for the damaged property.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

eXp, Weichert home seller commission lawsuit settlements approved

The Gibson plaintiffs claimed that eXp negotiated the agreement with the Hooper plaintiffs after conducting prolonged, unsuccessful settlement negotiations with Intervenor Plaintiff counsel, conducting a reverse auction in an attempt to gain a sweetheart deal.
Boston real estate
UK politics
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

New student beds built by private developers on state land will have no dedicated rent controls

42,000 new student accommodation beds will be built by 2035, with 10,000 from the Rent-a-Room scheme.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

Rocket Companies moves to dismiss RESPA lawsuit

Rocket Companies contends that the plaintiffs failed to plead injury, a qualifying referral, a thing of value, or an agreement, which are essential for their claims under RESPA.
Boston real estate
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
2 days ago

Campaign promises offered as assurances on California's troubled resi insurance market

Pacific Palisades residents face a $1.5 million gap between insurance payouts and rebuilding costs after last year's fire.
New York City
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

NYC is so broke, the Brooklyn Bridge might get roommates

The City Council proposes renting hidden rooms in the Brooklyn Bridge to generate revenue for New York City.
LA real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

California bills target condo deposits and defect liability

California lawmakers are considering bills to reduce barriers for condominium construction, addressing deposit limits and construction defect liability.
NYC real estate
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

We bought a house that's too small so we could afford our dream neighborhood. A $300,000 third-party loan will help us renovate.

The Feinbergs purchased a small home in Wayne, Pennsylvania, and planned to expand it using RenoFi financing based on future value.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Hoboken opens door to Airbnb as NYC and other NJ towns lock out short-term rentals

Hoboken, NJ, has no short-term rental regulations, attracting listings as NYC tightens rules, prompting city officials to consider new legislation.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
6 days ago

Where is real estate as Measure ULA battle tees up

The fight over Los Angeles' mansion tax intensifies as potential amendments are debated amidst concerns from various interest groups.
Real estate
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Estate agents accuse Rightmove of charging excessive fees

Rightmove faces a class action for allegedly charging excessive fees to estate agents, claiming a dominant market position and unsustainable practices.
New York City
fromCurbed
1 week ago

'I'm Obviously Going to Be Painted As the Heel'

Rents for nearly a million New York apartments need to increase to maintain habitable conditions, according to Kenny Burgos.
fromGothamist
2 days ago

'Didn't know we had a landlord' - fatal Queens house fire exposes squalor, violations

"The landlord did not pay attention to this house whatsoever. We didn't even know we had a landlord."
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
2 days ago

What Owners Need to Know About Their Apartment Insurance

Most water claims start in the most ordinary places: under sinks and around toilets. A slow drip from a supply line or a small leak by a toilet can lead to severe water damage across several units.
NYC real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
10 years ago

Q&A: Is tenant who moved out after four days entitled to her money back?

Once she paid rent and moved in, she became a month-to-month tenant, regardless of the length of time she stayed in your house. As a month-to-month tenant, she is required to give you a 30-day written notice of termination, and she is responsible for rent during that 30-day period, whether she stayed there or not.
Law
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
3 days ago

Opinion: Expanding the J-51 Tax Incentive is Key Co-ops Staying Affordable-And Becoming Sustainable

Expanded J-51 proposal can help co-ops afford energy upgrades and maintain affordability for residents.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

AI can accelerate real estate transactions But it can't replace the professional work that protects property rights

Artificial intelligence is enhancing efficiency in the title industry, but professional expertise remains essential for ensuring clear property ownership.
NYC real estate
fromEpicenter NYC
2 days ago

Two affordable NYC co-ops you can buy for $16K and $30K - Epicenter NYC

Mitchell-Lama co-op lotteries in Brooklyn and the Bronx provide affordable homeownership options for eligible income ranges.
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
2 days ago

Renovated Windsor Terrace Row House Asks $10,800 a Month

The renovated kitchen features blue cabinets and the house blends historic details with modern updates in Windsor Terrace.
NYC real estate
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago

How to Keep the Suburbs Tenant-Free

The rise of corporate landlords is reshaping suburban housing, increasing rental options but facing potential legislative challenges.
NYC real estate
fromInside Investigator
4 days ago

Cost of housing in Fairfield County outpacing parts of NYC

Housing prices in Fairfield County have surged, surpassing many neighborhoods in New York City, with no community under $300,000 by 2025.
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Brooklyn, Queens apartment developers broke disability access laws when building, suit claims | amNewYork

How buildings are designed impacts people's lives every day. If every day you're living in a space where you can't use your home, that gnaws away at you.
NYC real estate
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NYC rent board finds landlord earnings rose as it considers Mamdani's rent freeze

Mayor Mamdani's rent freeze pledge gains support as landlord revenues rise, but disparities exist among different property types and boroughs.
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

A simple reason it's getting harder to build rental housing

The cost rose a lot following the pandemic. And some of that was supply chain issues that really increased the costs, and then they didn't quite come back down. And now tariffs are also impacting some products. These costs are part of the reason the amount of new rental housing stock is shrinking.
Real estate
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
40 years ago

Problems of Landlords and the Rights of Their Tenants

Property owners face significant challenges enforcing lease violations due to difficult eviction processes, while tenant overcrowding and maintenance issues complicate property management responsibilities.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

Congress nears a housing deal and the investor fight is inside it

The bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act addresses America's housing crisis by streamlining environmental reviews, expanding financing for manufactured housing, and encouraging communities to accelerate production to close a supply shortage of one to seven million homes.
NYC real estate
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Housing market rent incentives hit a 12-year record as lower demand and higher supply drive apartment concessions

Rental market concessions reach highest levels in over a decade as landlords compete for tenants through incentives like free rent and waived deposits.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Here's what will actually move the needle on housing affordability

Housing affordability requires land-use reform and builders must shift focus to market segments where they can control outcomes, as traditional solutions like lower rates, off-site construction, subsidies, and value engineering are individually insufficient.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

The rental market has entered its infrastructure era

Control of the rental workflow—speed, pricing, screening, and professional experience—will determine success in the next housing transition.
Real estate
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The trouble with friendlords: the pitfalls of renting from a mate

Homeowner lodgings can convert friendships into unequal landlord–lodger relationships, straining trust and prompting exits when obligations and expectations diverge.
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