Credit Scores: ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Doesn’t Help
Retail websites introduced offers like “4 monthly installments,” and credit score firms may consider them under payment history – but they haven’t done so yet.
2nd Suspect Arrested in S. Fla. Real State Scam
The second suspect was arrested in a Kissimmee hotel and sent back to Miami-Dade. The first suspect turned herself in earlier; the third is still at large.
Top Tactic of Buyers to Win Bidding Wars? Cash
A Redfin survey of agents found all-cash offers 334% more effective in bidding wars – but escalation clauses and waiving inspection contingencies had little impact.
How to Boost Biz? First-Time Buyer Seminars
“Host, advertise and teach a first-time homebuyer seminar” sounds like a lot of unpaid work, but this group is desperate for info – and someone to represent them.
Failed Insurers to Boost All Fla. Insurance Costs
To recoup money lost because insurers failed, the Fla. IGA OK’d a 1.3% assessment on all state policies, including homeowners, aircraft, flood, malpractice and more.
Congress’ Spending Bill Has Some Housing Wins
Congress passed a bill that keeps government running through the fiscal year. It also extends flood insurance to Sept. 30 and adds $85M to boost fair housing.