Leveling Up Stronger Connections

Participating in the ARDA (American Resort Development Association) conference this past week was a powerful reminder of the importance of meaningful engagement with our industry partners. I had the privilege to speak on a panel with our ARELLO® CEO to the regulators who oversee the registration of timeshare properties in their state. As you know, ARELLO® hosts the largest timeshare registry, and many of these developers have participated in ARELLO®’s services over the years. These ...

Spring Forward: Innovation and Renewal in Regulatory Leadership

Spring is a natural time for reflection, renewal, and growth, even if it means one hour less sleep! The season invites us to take stock of what’s working, clear away what’s no longer serving us, and make space for new ideas. In the world of regulatory leadership, it’s no different. Our work demands vigilance and consistency—but it also demands that we remain open to change.

At ARELLO®, we’re taking that idea seriously. Our Finance Committee has worked diligently over the past several ...

Regulation on the Rise: States take the lead in regulating real estate and finance

According to a Mayer Brown study, “Many consumer financial providers and market participants are shifting their attention to state regulators as potential sources for increased regulation and enforcement activity in the coming year.” With the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) planning to take a less vocal stance, a surge is predicted in state-level licensing laws and ...

The $2 Billion Question: What do we do with empty federal real estate?

Federal agencies are reporting that even if 100 percent of their employees return to the office, over one quarter of their office space would still be unused. Last month, the U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Building, and Emergency Management held a hearing entitled “America Builds: Making Federal Real Estate Work for the Taxpayers.” The ...

Sign Here – and Know You Can Negotiate: New Texas Real Estate Commission broker services form highlights negotiability of fees

Recent litigation and policy shifts have cast a spotlight on broker compensation structures nationwide. In response, Texas has taken steps to better inform consumers about their choices and their rights in paying for real estate services. As of April 1, 2025, the Texas Real Estate Commission requires the Information About Brokerage Services (IABS) form, clarifying to the consumer that any ...