First signed into agreement in September 2025, the merger brings together the largest and second-largest real estate firms in the United States. By Dorie Chevlen Buildings have rules. New York has ...

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Real property includes land and attachments, offering rights like ownership and use. Ownership of real property involves tax liabilities and adherence to local laws. Real property rights enable ...