Laws, Regulations, Disclosures

Some observers suggest that real estate is one of the most highly regulated industries in the country. In addition to agency, contract and other laws and regulations specific to the business, many public policies regulate the real estate industry in some fashion.

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By on 23 November 2009 in Get Educated

Open House Thieves Caught

Did you hear about the recent outbreak in open house thefts? There have been stories in the past about open house visitors stealing pills from medicine cabinets, and even isolated jewelry thefts, but I haven’t heard of such an organized effort before.

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By on 13 October 2009 in Real Estate Beat

Home Sales and Prices Up in Northern VA

September was a good month for Northern Virginia with sales and prices posting year-over-year gains. Average number of days on the market also dropped.

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By on 12 October 2009 in Northern Virginia

Solar Panel Roof Tiles

SRS Energy has developed solar panels shaped like traditional clay roof tiles. Now you can save on electricity without compromising aesthetics.

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By on 22 September 2009 in Eco Friendly Home

KB Home Resumes Building in Mid-Atlantic

KB Home just announced that it is resuming its home building operations in the Mid-Atlantic region, including Maryland and Virginia.

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By on 16 September 2009 in Real Estate Beat

Washington, D.C. favorite area for wealthy young

The Washington, D.C. area has become a favorite for wealthy young adults, having the nation’s highest percentage of 25-34 year-olds making more than $100,000 a year.

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By on 16 September 2009 in Washington, DC