FMR Bulletin B-51 Retired: Property Reports Go Digital
Published Date: 9/11/2026
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Summary
Starting September 11, 2026, the government is officially retiring FMR Bulletin B-51 because it’s outdated. This change affects federal agencies that used to report on property sales and exchanges, but now they’ll follow updated guidance on GSA’s website instead. No extra costs or new deadlines—just a smoother, simpler way to handle property reports!
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