W. J. Mencarow

The Property Tax System Is Breaking—and Ohio Might Be Ground Zero

Published by REALTOR.com | August 1, 2025 The Buckeye State now ranks eighth in the nation for property tax burden—ahead of even New York and California—yet it sits 40th in median household income. While Ohioans enjoy an extended sales tax holiday this August, state lawmakers skipped summer break to tackle what many call the state’s …

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Paws for Profits: A Guide To Offering Pet-Friendly Rentals

Published by Think Realty | August 1, 2025 Welcoming pets is good for business when everyone knows the rules. For many renters, pets are more than animals. From playful pups to laid-back cats, they’re beloved members of the family. As more renters adopt pets, the demand for pet-friendly rentals is skyrocketing. This creates both an …

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Natural Disaster Victims Would Get Six Months of Mortgage Relief Under Senate Bill

Published by CNBC Business | July 31, 2025 The Mortgage Relief for Disaster Survivors Act would apply to homeowners with federally backed loans in areas declared disasters since Jan. 1 Natural disaster survivors would be eligible for six months of mortgage relief under a bill introduced Thursday by two senators whose states have been ravaged …

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No Property Tax or No Capital Gains Tax: Which Helps Homeowners More?

Published by REALTOR.com | July 25, 2025 Property taxes drain cash flow. Capital gains eat equity. As policymakers debate relief, which tax break actually benefits homeowners most? As home values have soared, the taxes tied to owning and selling a home are under more scrutiny than ever. For longtime homeowners who bought low and watched …

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The Next Frontier in Real Estate: Data Centers On The Moon

Published by CNBC Business | July 15, 2025 Investors are looking to capitalize on the boom in the space exploration sector’s real estate needs. As private companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin develop reusable rockets and push aspirations for lunar and Martian colonization, real estate investors are dialing in. Some liken it to the early …

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The INSURE Act: Could a New Federal Backstop Stabilize Home Insurance?

Published by REALTOR.com | July 23, 2025 The INSURE Act proposes a federal backstop for home insurance. Could it stabilize rates, prevent insurer exits, and keep homes protected? Across the country, homeowners are facing a home insurance crisis. Not only are premiums on the rise, but the policies themselves are becoming harder—and in some places, …

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Find Predictability in an Evolving Rental Landscape

Published by Think Realty | July 15, 2025 Track these trends and variables to help make informed decisions on how to promote, price, and manage your properties. The U.S. rental market has been and continues to be a dynamic landscape. With so many factors influencing it, from the economy to availability to changing consumer preferences, …

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Homebuilders Are Slashing Prices at the Highest Rate in 3 Years

Published by CNBC | July 17, 2025 Confidence rose slightly in July due to the recently passed budget bill. The nation’s homebuilders continue to see weakening demand from potential buyers concerned about the broader economy. As a result, they are cutting prices at the highest rate in three years, according to the monthly builder confidence …

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President Trump Supports New Proposed Capital Gains Bill

Published by REALTOR.com | July 14, 2025 Dubbed the No Tax on Home Sales Act, the bill was introduced by Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, who called it a “gift to the American people.” While speaking to reporters at Joint Base Andrews over the weekend, President Trump expressed support for a bill that would eliminate …

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