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Florida Police Union Joins Growing Opposition to Property Tax Amendment on November Ballot

July 26, 2026 by admin
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The Fraternal Order of Police became the latest public safety group to oppose Amendment 3, citing concerns that the $11.8 billion annual revenue loss could jeopardize funding for law enforcement and emergency services.

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Sussex County cancels public hearings as Delaware’s new affordable housing law takes effect

July 25, 2026 by admin
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Sussex County pulled two residential development hearings and paused all major subdivision approvals this week after a new state law eliminated public hearings for certain housing projects.

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Ottawa Offers Property Tax Relief to Homeowners Hit by Canada Day Floods

July 24, 2026 by admin
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Ottawa homeowners whose properties were significantly damaged by the July 1 flash flooding can now apply for property tax reductions, refunds, or full cancellation through February 2027.

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Mortgage Rates Hit 6.77%, Highest in Nearly a Year, as Bond Market Reacts to Inflation Fears

July 23, 2026 by admin
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The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate climbed to 6.77% yesterday, the highest level since last July, driven by rising oil prices from renewed Middle East tensions and bond market concerns over persistent inflation and federal debt.

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Texas New Home Sales Ease in June as Inventory Climbs to Multi-Year Highs

July 22, 2026 by admin
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New home sales across Texas slipped in June 2026 as builders grapple with the highest inventory levels in years, continuing a spring slowdown driven by affordability pressures and elevated mortgage rates.

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