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Sales rose month-to-month but are down 19% year-to-year, with Feb.’s sales falling solidly into the “not good news but not bad news” category.
How does flood insurance Risk Rating 2.0 calculate NFIP premiums? What is covered? FEMA will host free webinars to help Fla.’s Realtors understand the process.
Yes, in certain instances, foreign investors may avoid (or minimize) FIRPTA when they sell. Here’s what you need to know.
Buyers are lowering down payments thanks to inflation, high home prices and more sellers willing to negotiate. At $42K, it’s the lowest money down in two years.
The Fed hit a middle ground. A quarter-point hike suggests it’s fighting inflation and only a bit worried about banks – though it also nixed language about future increases.
In Fla., 7 agencies get part of the $2.9M under 12 grants. The money fights discrimination, and includes funds to private investigators for “testing and enforcement.”
CEO of Sage Communities: “Who ever thought that a devastating hurricane would cause a real estate boom?” Ian’s hardest-hit barrier islands are now hot spots.
AEI/CRL: If lots of inflation-hit owners refinance to take cash out, their temporary financial fix may lead to foreclosure if the funds run out or their home value falls.
Fla.’s State Broadband Officer will use $5M from HUD to connect some of the 11% who can’t access the internet, including the 3% who have no connection options.
Florida Realtors: Closed single-family sales fell 21.3% last month amid inflation and higher interest rates, but for-sale inventory rose 131.4% to a 2.7-months’ supply.