March 28, 2025 - 10:50

A coalition of real estate trade groups is taking a firm stance on the issue of carried interest as lawmakers navigate the complexities of extending the 2017 tax cuts while addressing the federal deficit. Carried interest allows investment fund managers to pay a lower tax rate on earnings, and it has been a contentious topic in tax reform discussions.
As the deadline for tax legislation approaches, these real estate organizations are urging legislators to consider the implications of any changes to carried interest on the industry. They argue that the current tax structure encourages investment in real estate projects, which can stimulate economic growth and job creation.
The coalition emphasizes that altering the treatment of carried interest could have significant repercussions, potentially discouraging investment in critical housing and infrastructure projects. As discussions continue, the real estate sector is keen to ensure that its interests are represented in any forthcoming tax legislation.
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Property owners, developers say Portland vacancy fee would fail to fill storefrontsPortland`s proposed vacancy fee is drawing sharp criticism from property owners and developers who say it will do little to actually fill empty storefronts. Instead, they argue, the real drivers of...
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Compass v. Zillow: The real-estate battle that's upended house hunting in AmericaA quiet but fierce war is reshaping how Americans look for a place to live. It is not a fight over mortgage rates or bidding wars. It is a battle between two real estate giants, Compass and Zillow,...
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City Council approves $979.1M budget with unchanged real estate tax rate but eyes tougher choices aheadThe Alexandria City Council voted unanimously Wednesday night to approve City Manager Jim Parajon`s proposed $979.1 million budget for Fiscal Year 2027. The spending plan, which represents a 2.4%...
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NAR CEO Prioritizes Transparency and Accountability: ‘I’m on the Road Three Weeks Each Month’In a candid reflection on rebuilding trust within the real estate industry, National Association of Realtors (NAR) CEO Nykia Wright has outlined a new, hands-on approach to leadership. Speaking...