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As more homes fall into the hands of big investors, Senate Democrats are rolling out a plan to keep private equity out of your backyard.

This morning, the Senate Housing Committee is scheduled to hear Senate Bill 5496 from Sen. Emily Alvarado, D-Seattle, which would restrict such investors from going on “excessive home buying” sprees the real estate mark…

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