The 30-year FRM declined marginally since last week – down by .01% – but it still hovers a bit above the 4% mark. Source: Florida Realtors

Fla. lawmakers passed a bill that imposes criminal penalties for some condo board violations, such as election fraud, conflicts of interest and misappropriation. Source: Florida Realtors

The U.S. Supreme Court said Miami may sue large U.S. lenders over allegations that their Fair Housing Act violations played a role in the housing meltdown. Source: Florida Realtors

Parents can now tap into home equity to pay off student loans, and it will be easier for millennial buyers to qualify. But it’s not for everyone. Source: Florida Realtors

Long-term mortgage rates rose for the first time in five weeks, and the 30-year FRM pushed above the key threshold of 4 percent. Source: Florida Realtors

A Florida Realtors’ top legislative priority passed the Florida Legislature: In 2018, voters will have the power to make the 10% non-homestead property permanent. Source: Florida Realtors

SandP CoreLogic Case-Shiller: Home prices rose 5.8% in Feb. – a rate many analysts say may not be sustainable – as listings hit the lowest point in 20 years. Source: Florida Realtors

How long will 4% rates last? It could lead skittish buyers to act sooner rather than later – or shop for slightly a bigger home than they could afford in Jan. Source: Florida Realtors

Rates that surged shortly after the presidential election have surprised experts by dropping again. This week’s average FRM, 3.97%, is the lowest since Nov. 2016. Source: Florida Realtors

The changes, however, might not help mortgage borrowers since Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac still require a FICO score for eligibility. Source: Florida Realtors