Akron Just Scrapped Minimum Lot Sizes. More Than 11,000 Vacant Lots Could Become Buildable.
Akron eliminated minimum residential lot sizes in legacy-code neighborhoods, potentially opening more than 11,000 vacant parcels to housing development.
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Akron eliminated minimum residential lot sizes in legacy-code neighborhoods, potentially opening more than 11,000 vacant parcels to housing development.
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A new report identifies ten metros with manufactured-housing potential while local zoning limits remain. The emailed analysis explains costs and federal changes.
New York’s Council passed a narrower COPA bill covering roughly 2,100 distressed buildings. The measure still needs the mayor’s signature, the report…
Six MLSs sued Compass over listing-cooperation rules while CMLS prepares a legal fund. The emailed report explains the dispute and agents’ current…
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Devone’s latest Open Real Estate report examines shared listing infrastructure, the invitation to Compass, visibility rules and unresolved operating details.
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Natalie Chen breaks down a hypothetical $1 million gross-commission year, including closing targets, splits, conversion rates, expenses and client service.
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Daniel Park makes the case for useful brokerage offices built around coaching, prospecting and healthy competition, with expansion guided by demonstrated needs.
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Ryan Holt argues that agents must take ownership of prospecting, training and client service while holding brokers accountable for the support they…
Maya Richardson outlines practical steps for agents facing high mortgage rates, from realistic pricing and lender comparisons to prospecting and expense control.
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Tri Pointe Homes Las Vegas division president Klif Andrews discusses luxury demand, buyer incentives, new communities and the company’s premium approach.
Ken Griffin, Vornado and Rudin close a $3.3 billion loan for 350 Park Avenue. Why trophy office buildings can still attract major…
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A developer proposes a $5 billion resort for Washington Square Mall, but its main owner says it knows of no deal. Why…
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Las Vegas buyers are asking sellers to fund mortgage rate buydowns. How concessions can compare with price cuts, and what buyers should…
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