Legal News Archive

It’s okay to include a floor plan in a listing, ruled a federal judge. He said it's “fair use” and doesn’t infringe on architectural-design copyright laws.

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On Oct. 24 at 1 p.m., FREC will focus on foreign buyer “Affidavits of Buyers of Property” and broker-held escrow deposits. The public is invited, virtually or in-person.

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Do buyers have a right to know that a listing comes with a ghost? In Fla., probably not – but states’ laws vary on what ghost-adverse buyers deserve to know.

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During Hispanic Heritage Month, HUD will take a closer look at housing issues, part of a larger federal effort to enhance educational and economic opportunities.

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At the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) convention this week, MBA honored Fifth Third Bank, U.S. Bank Home Mortgage and Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group.

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Most buyers or current owners considering a remodel don’t know how to do the work or who to trust with the task. To start, check licenses, credentials and public records.

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It charged a New Orleans landlord with familial status discrimination. She avoided kids by worrying “they might run into the parking lot because there’s no backyard.”

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