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 Related Posts:Home Insurance Costs Are Rising: What Buyers Should Plan ForWhy a Pre-Listing Inspection May Be Worth It in…How To Make Sure Your Sale Crosses the […]

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 Related Posts:Are You Saving Up To Buy a Home? Your Tax Refund Can HelpYour Equity Could Change Everything About Your Next MoveWould You Let $80 a […]

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 Related Posts:The 5-Year Rule for Home PricesWhy Buying Real Estate Is Still the Best Long-Term…What […]

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 Related Posts:Expert Forecasts Point to Affordability Improving in […]

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 Related Posts:The 5-Year Rule for Home PricesWhy Buying Real Estate Is Still the Best Long-Term…The Truth About Down Payments (It’s Not What You […]

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 Related Posts:Home Insurance Costs Are Rising: What Buyers Should Plan ForWhat You Need To Know About Homeowner’s InsuranceIs It Time To Put Your House Back on the […]

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 Related Posts:Is a Newly Built Home Right for You? The Pros and ConsWhy More Sellers Are Hiring Real Estate AgentsA Second Home Might Be the Missing Piece in Your…Why Most […]

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 Related Posts:4 Ways To Make an Offer That Stands Out This SpringWhat You Need To Know About Homeowner’s InsuranceA Second Home Might Be the Missing Piece in Your…Is […]

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 Related Posts:What a Fed Rate Cut Could Mean for Mortgage RatesMortgage Rates Hit Lowest Point So Far This YearMortgage Rates Are Stabilizing – How That Helps…Is It Better To Buy […]

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 Related Posts:Are You Saving Up To Buy a Home? Your Tax Refund Can HelpThe 5-Year Rule for Home PricesWhat’s Motivating Homeowners To […]