Helping buyers look beyond the 55-plus label

A 55-plus designation doesn’t guarantee a home is designed for aging in place, making property features and community amenities important considerations for buyers.

Homeowners report greater financial satisfaction

A survey found 68% of homeowners were satisfied with their finances, compared with 47% of nonhomeowners, though many in both groups lived paycheck to paycheck.

Appeals Court Upholds Dismissal of NAR Suit

A Texas broker failed to sufficiently allege an antitrust injury in a challenge to association membership rules for MLS participation, an appeals court found.

RE Q&A: Can Landlord Keep a Security Deposit for ‘Repainting and Cleaning’?

Landlords cannot deduct for ordinary wear and tear from security deposits. Tenants can dispute charges with written objections and move-out photos.