Estate

Houston Grandmother Wins Big Against Real Estate Scheme, Courts Award Over $750,000 in Damages

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Houston, TX – As the Houston real estate market continues to flourish, particularly in areas near downtown such as Acres Homes, young families looking for homes are a common sight. These homes, especially if renovated, are fetching prices starting at $300,000, according to local attorney Paul Simon. However, amidst the bustling property deals, some residents have fallen prey to less scrupulous offers. 79-year-old Barbara Rose, a great-grandmother of 20, intended to relocate among relatives in Tennessee for a peaceful retirement. In pursuit of this dream, she received a compelling offer for her home of nearly … Read more

HomeServices Urges Dismissal of Homie’s Antitrust Suit on Grounds of Stale Claims and Timing in Ongoing Real Estate Legal Battles

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SALT LAKE CITY — A legal battle is brewing in Utah’s federal district court as HomeServices of America seeks to dismiss an antitrust lawsuit brought against it by Homie Technologies, a real estate firm advocating for lower commission rates. The lawsuit, filed earlier in the summer, accuses HomeServices and several other major real estate entities, including the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), of conspiring to squash innovative business models and boycott low-commission listings. HomeServices of America, headquartered in Minnesota, argues that the claims raised by Homie are outdated, asserting in their recent court filing that … Read more

Elderly Houston Woman Wins Major Settlement After Exposing Real Estate Fraud

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HOUSTON — A jury recently awarded an elderly Houston woman significant damages after finding a local home buying company guilty of fraudulent practices. The lawsuit exposed how HomeBuy Solutions exploited Barbara Rose, a 79-year-old resident of Acres Homes, by persuading her to sell her home for less than its market value. Barbara Rose, who had owned her home for nearly 25 years, considered the property her most significant asset. She was approached by HomeBuy Solutions with an offer to purchase her home, but the price suggested was substantially below its real value. Initially convinced by … Read more

John Bain Named Finalist for Real Estate Attorney of the Year, Highlights Team Success Amid Industry Challenges

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Dallas, Texas — John Bain, a prominent figure at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, has recently been honored as a finalist for Real Estate Attorney of the Year at the 2024 Texas Legal Awards. This recognition underscores his exceptional skill set and his remarkable ability to secure advantageous outcomes for his clients in the competitive real estate market. Bain’s nomination highlights his leadership within Akin’s real estate team, which has successfully navigated a series of formidable industry challenges through 2023. His approach emphasizes the critical role of teamwork and a supportive workplace culture, … Read more