The House financial services chair admitted that his mortgage reform bill probably won’t become law and said he’s reaching across the aisle to find a bipartisan solution. Source: Florida Realtors

Nat’l flood insurance expires Fri. and renewal could be tedious. Other issues are involved, and there’s talk of extending it multiple times for only two weeks. Source: Florida Realtors

The Senate version must now be reconciled with the House version. NAR says the package nullifies ownership savings and will lower home values more than 10%. Source: Florida Realtors

On Wed., Dec. 20, the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) will discuss – and perhaps approve – new team-advertising rules for Fla. licensees during its monthly meeting. The latest version of the proposed rule is posted on Source: Florida Realtors

Realtor.com predicts buyers will gain a foothold in the market next year. It ranks the Daytona Beach area No. 3 nationwide for expected overall price and sales growth, and it ranks all Fla. metros in at least the top third for expected market growth. Source: Florida Realtors

The CFPB has issued real estate consumer rules more than once, but its future is now unclear as the current director steps down amid a fight for his replacement. Source: Florida Realtors

Lawmakers focused on flood insurance and moved closer to agreement, but as time draws down, more observers expect another delay rather than major policy changes. Source: Florida Realtors

Some of the seven habits of highly effective real estate pros include expanding their network, staying top-of-mind with leads and generating referrals. Source: Florida Realtors

Technology has made real estate transactions quicker and more vulnerable to hackers and escrow scams. Tech security training, policies can help reduce the risks. Source: Florida Realtors

Last week the 30-year fixed-rate averaged 3.90%. One year ago, it was virtually the same rate as today when it averaged 3.94%. Source: Florida Realtors