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

What if you couldn’t afford to sell a home for at least five years? That rule – part of current tax reform efforts – could change the way homeowners behave. Source: Florida Realtors

A deal isn’t close, but the House had a hearing Monday on a compromise bill that could break a months-long deadlock over the National Flood Insurance Program. Source: Florida Realtors

The Realtor says a homebuyer posing as a military officer ended up stealing cash and credit cards – a tactic that appears he also used in other states. Source: Florida Realtors