FTC seeks feedback on the largest single-family rental investors

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on Wednesday issued a request for public comment about the largest owners and operators of single-family rental (SFR) homes. The FTC said it is seeking to understand more about how these “mega investors” have impacted home prices and rents across the country.In a 5

RE/MAX hires Chris Lim as EVP and chief growth officer

RE/MAX on Wednesday announced that it has hired Chris Lim as executive vice president and chief growth officer. Lim, who has 22 years of leadership experience in the real estate industry, will officially step into his new role on Feb. 3.Lim will focus on fostering franchise growth in key U.S. region

LA mayor issues order to expedite home construction amid wildfires

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass issued an executive order late on Monday that aims to speed up the rebuilding process in areas destroyed by the wildfires that have burned thousands of homes in Southern California.The order directs city agencies to expedite the building permitting process in affected ar