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Julia Airey

jairey@washingtontimes.com

Airey was a Metro reporter for the Washington Times.

Articles by Julia Airey

Security experts say the best way to protect yourself from housing scams is to never pay money without meeting the owner at the property. As the summer approaches, more people are likely to fall victim to scam artists posing as landlords in the District. (Julia Airey/The Washington Times)

D.C. house hunters need to be aware of scammers

Emily Denny fell victim to what is a familiar scam to many in the District. A grifter can steal real housing listings to pose as a landlord and offer a great deal at below-market value -- but only if you transfer money immediately.

June 7, 2018
Council Member Anita Bonds (D-At Large) listens as Muriel Bowser speaks at a press conference at the National Press Club after winning the Washington, D.C. mayoral democratic primary, Washington, D.C., Wednesday, April 2, 2014. (Andrew Harnik/The Washington Times)

D.C. Council considers TOPA amendment

The D.C. Council is considering amending a law that gives renters the first shot at buying their homes when their landlords decide to sell to now include bankruptcy cases.

May 21, 2018
The D.C. Council voted unanimously Tuesday to bar city agencies from providing voting information requested by President Trump's election integrity commission. The District joins a number of states that have rebuffed the request over privacy concerns. (Emma Ayers / The Washington Times)

D.C. Council unanimously approves $14.4 billion budget

A unanimous D.C. Council gave preliminary approval Tuesday to the District's $14.4 billion budget for fiscal 2019, which calls for higher taxes on some property and ride-hailing services, among other items.

May 15, 2018