Probably reduced the heat bills 50%.Some areas have historic regulations that prohibit vinyl windows, so check with your local codes office first.

My comment referred to the state wide laws and regulations enforced by the TREC.

But there is nothing in FHA regulations that protects you from being discriminated against because you are a non citizen.

I'd also be looking at how much the transaction was in violation of the Act or other regulations.

I will be setting up a separate regulation A placement this year that is targeted at individual deals.

As to the slap on the wrist, it is possible that someone who violates some regulation will get just that, a first time violation may get a cease and desist letter.

They know they cannot be cost effective in regulating and taxing small business so they want it gone.

In addition to investing and Home Staging, I am in the midst of studying for my Real Estate license so I can find our own deals and learn more about the core of buying and selling and all the rules and regulation.

Since New York is regulated - title insurance cost the same no matter who writes it.

I use to live on the other side of the island (Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu) and then in the middle (rue Saint-Denis) many, many years ago.As you have already noted, there is a welcoming and encouraging community here on BP with lots of experience and sage advice.While much of the information you will find here is universal, but in the areas of finance, regulation and taxation things are a little difference here in Canada (particulierement au Québec) - working in credit at RBC, you may already be familiar with the distinctions.Investing in real estate as part of your portfolio is a wise idea and if I can be of any assistance, just drop a note.