Realtor News
Florida Realtors®, formerly known as the Florida Association of Realtors®, serves as The Voice for Real Estate® in Florida. It provides programs, services, continuing education, research and legislative representation to its 115,000 members in 67 boards/associations.
Updated: 12 min 57 sec ago
Fri, 02/03/2012 - 03:14
If lawmakers don't extend break and a bank nixes $100K in short sale debt, it could cost a taxpayer in 25% bracket $25K.
Thu, 02/02/2012 - 03:44
Fla. better than nation overall with a 3.3% price drop compared to 4.7%; prices down only 0.9% without distressed sales.
Thu, 02/02/2012 - 03:41
Jan. 2012 report to launch new housing market data system; includes only statewide numbers and not Realtor sales by MSA.
Thu, 02/02/2012 - 03:40
Mason-Dixon: Up to 1/3 of soon-to-be retirees could move out of state, with 18% of those to Fla.'s warm climate.
Wed, 02/01/2012 - 02:57
NAR-supported plan faces uphill battle; but, if passed, could help underwater owners refinance at lower interest rates.
Wed, 02/01/2012 - 02:56
U.S. consumers may be a tad gloomier, but Floridians' outlook surged 7 points; economic expectations rose 14 points.
Wed, 02/01/2012 - 02:50
In its year-end report, VA says it backed 14% more loans last year; at the same time, its foreclosure rate dropped 28%.
Tue, 01/31/2012 - 03:59
The Conference Board says American's confidence rose in Dec., but it dropped back to Nov. levels in this month's survey.
Tue, 01/31/2012 - 03:58
Starting in March, all HUD-run programs will ban discrimination based on sexual orientation, including FHA mortgages.
Tue, 01/31/2012 - 03:56
If a home conserves energy, a buyer can qualify for a higher mortgage because it stretches the debt-to-income ratios.
Mon, 01/30/2012 - 03:03
Each month, Realtors' market outlook improves, says NAR. In Dec., the index was 31.6 compared to 24.5 one year earlier.
Mon, 01/30/2012 - 03:01
It will cut back on current developments, including amenities, and possibly sell inventory at lower prices or in bulk.
Thu, 01/26/2012 - 03:49
Tax Foundation: State ranks high for its business-friendly low tax burden in annual study based on dozens of provisions.
Thu, 01/26/2012 - 03:43
RealtyTrac: Fla. seventh in number of owners facing foreclosure - 1 in 49 homes; process now takes 806 days to complete.
Thu, 01/26/2012 - 03:35
A Mass. apartment owner didn't certify her units as lead paint free and used that to turn down families with children.
Wed, 01/25/2012 - 03:42
Slight 3.5% monthly decline follows two strongest months of contract signings since the homebuyer tax credit expired.
Wed, 01/25/2012 - 03:41
UNC study: A QRM rule that mandates a 20% downpayment would push 61% of creditworthy borrowers out of the market.
Tue, 01/24/2012 - 04:04
In today's fast-pace world, consumers want fast responses, and agents need mobile offices to retain and attract clients.
Mon, 01/23/2012 - 04:43
Want 15 minutes of fame and national marketing? HGTV show auditions require three-minute videos and willing buyers.
Mon, 01/23/2012 - 04:37
Tighter rules were announced for FHA lenders; new rules that lower the amount sellers can pay at closing are expected.
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