Study: ‘Knowledge Gaps’ May Be Thwarting Buyers
Potential homebuyers often are not aware of down payment requirements, a Fannie Mae study found. Others don’t understand essentials like credit scores.
Can You Be Fined for a Years-Old Code Violation?
Even if a code violation has slipped by without notice for years, a municipality has the right to require that it be corrected and possibly levy fines.
Buyers Willing to Risk Safety for Affordability
Access to healthcare services, restaurants, bars and coffee shops top the list of trade-offs Gen Zers are willing to make in order to find a home within their budget.
August Mortgage Rates Could Continue Long Decline
Economists remain hopeful slowing inflation will continue to drive down mortgage rates. Falling rates also mean it might be a good time to refinance.
Florida Realtors Disaster Relief Fund Opens
Hurricane Debby made landfall in Florida’s Big Bend region on Monday morning near the 2023 landfall of Hurricane Idalia. Flooding and storm surge damage is expected.
Rising Rates, Prices Shrink Buyer’s’ Budgets
Realtors aware of the gap between purchasing power and median sale prices in many Florida markets can better assist buyers by finding alternative options and solutions.
Rising Rates, Prices Shrink Homebuyers’ Budgets
Realtors aware of the gap between purchasing power and median sale prices in many Florida markets can better assist buyers by finding alternative options and solutions.
Luxury Home Market Settling
Sales of luxury real estate, homes in excess of $1.5M, have been declining, but the average sale price has continued to keep pace, analysts said.
Responsible Marketing is Key to Brand Success
Consumers today demand transparency, honesty and accountability. With responsible marketing, companies can build a foundation of trust and loyalty.
How Low Must Rates Go to Break Lock-In?
Nearly 50% of homeowners said rates need to drop below 5% to feel comfortable buying a new home this year. Six out of 10 mortgages have rates below 4%.