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Watch: Gov. Kim Reynolds discuses task force for Iowa 'DOGE'Hear from Gov. Kim Reynolds as she talks about Iowa's 'DOGE' on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, at the Iowa State Capitol.Iowa's DOGE task force is considering issuing a recommendation to consolidate the state's 99 counties to improve government efficiency and enable property tax cuts.The task force argues that the current county structure is outdated and wastes resources, citing Iowa's low population density.The task force is focusing on streamlining services and regionalization rather than directly addressing property tax reform.Iowa's government efficiency task...

Erie, Colorado – Apex Money Lending Group LLC is rolling out a new initiative to support real estate investors in Colorado. The company, recognized for its distinct financing style, is now enhancing its asset-based loan options. This expansion is designed to help investors secure quick capital for their property-related projects. With this move, Apex Money Lending Group reinforces its dedication to providing flexible financial solutions that meet the current needs of the real estate market in Colorado. Apex Money Lending Group is known for offering fast, private financing that focuses...

This week, Texas lawmakers approved a $338 billion two-year budget that prioritizes property tax relief. TEXAS, USA — Property owners across Texas can expect to see significant changes on their tax bills this fall, thanks to a sweeping property tax relief package passed by lawmakers during the 2023 legislative session. Billy White, chief appraiser for the Bell County Appraisal District, said homeowners could see lower school district taxes this year as a result of a proposed increase to the homestead exemption — from $100,000 to $140,000 — pending final voter...

Habitat for Humanity of Collier County progresses on new Naples communityScenes from Habitat for Humanity of Collier County's Majestic Place community. When construction is complete, it will have 109 single-family homes.Collier County's preliminary property values increased by roughly 3% to $229.3 billion in 2025.Taxable property values saw a larger increase of 8.2%, reaching $164.5 billion, largely due to new construction.While market value growth slowed, new construction added $4.18 billion to the tax rolls.The final tax roll will be submitted to the state on July 1st, with TRIM notices sent to...

BENGALURU, June 3 (Reuters) - U.S. home prices will rise steadily over coming years on an expected further decline in mortgage rates, according to property experts in a Reuters survey who expressed a near-unanimous view President Donald Trump's tariffs would hinder affordable home construction.The same analysts had said three months ago that affordability and turnover in the market would improve, an upbeat outlook hinging on expectations the Federal Reserve will resume cutting interest rates after staying on the sidelines all year. Sign up here.That optimism has since been tempered with...

US green cardholders may be prohibited from buying land and owning properties in some parts of Ohio. Legislators in Ohio are debating a bill that would forbid foreign nationals and some green card holders from buying land in sizable areas of the state, reports Newsweek. This legislation proposes limiting foreign entities’ purchases of certain properties, notably agricultural land and land within 25 miles of military sites and essential infrastructure facilities. The bill is part of a larger national effort to address concerns about foreign land ownership and national security. Representative...

Australian real estate website Domain will be sold to US real estate giant CoStar in a deal worth almost $3 billion.Nine, the publisher of this website, owns 60 per cent of Domain and will receive around $1.4 billion if the deal is approved.In a statement to shareholders this morning, Domain said it had entered into a scheme implementation deed with CoStar for it to acquire 100 per cent of the company at $4.43 a share.Australian property website Domain will be sold to CoStar in a deal worth $2.8 billion. (Domain.com.au)CoStar...