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Many small businesses will likely find it harder to make capital purchases or even make payroll as smaller regional banks cut back on lending.
Even under new loan-fee rules, borrowers with low credits scores pay higher fees (1.625% if a 660 score) than those with stronger credit scores (0.625% for 740).
Fla. ranks 4th in funding with nearly $19M being distributed to groups across the state. Housing Trust Fund Allocations focus on decent housing for low-income households.
Even economists stumble when it comes to mortgage-rate predictions, but little should change. Lenders expected Wed.’s increase and already baked it into current rates.
An example of AI technology is already on the market: Buyers tell the tech what their ideal home should have, and it generates a roster of those currently for sale.
The update – if signed by Gov. DeSantis – essentially allows Fla. owners to boost their home’s hurricane protections, with the state paying $2 for every $1 a homeowner spends.
Know a “green” builder or developer? Urge them to enter: Winners are recognized for building in harmony with the state’s beautiful natural environment.
NAR study: 63% of agents and brokers promote a listing’s energy efficiency, 48% say their buyers like sustainability, and 32% are concerned about climate change.
Or in some cases, replace it. Consider search engine optimization (SEO) the goal and first check with a web developer to see if a new site or platform is in order.
