U.S. Foreign Investments Beat Pre-Pandemic Levels
Real Capital Analytics: Foreign investors have shifted focus a bit from major cities, but the $70.8B invested in 2021 is the highest total since 2018’s $94.6B.
Study: Out-of-Town Buyers Have More Money
It’s hard for some current Fla. residents to compete with new ones. In Miami, the average newcomer can spend 25.1% more – but in Jacksonville, it’s only 1.7%.
Hottest U.S. Dream Job? Real Estate Agent
The pandemic caused American workers to question their jobs and what they do every day – and Google says the top new-job search term is “real estate agent.”
How Much Will the Fed Boost Interest Rates?
While Federal Reserve members seem ready to raise interest rates in March, they don’t fully agree on how much. Some think it’s time for a strong message.
The Best Places to Start a Fla. Business?
Florida Realtors economist: Fla.’s business focus landed 4 cities (Orlando, Miami, Tampa, Jacksonville) in a “top 15 best places to start a business” list.
‘Zillow Offers’ Lost $881M in 2021 Shutdown
Report: Zillow Group said on Feb. 10 that it lost $528M in 2021, primarily because its iBuyer division, Zillow Offers, shut down with an $881M loss.
Some Apps Can Make Moving Less Painful
Moving is a coordination nightmare, and one of a million details can get lost in the shuffle. If nothing else, however, technology can help organize data.
Condo Q&A: Can HOA Ban Flags on Trucks?
Also: Do standing committees have to post notices of any meeting? And does failing to post a meeting/agenda info within 48 hours violate the Sunshine laws?
Rising Costs May Create More Lifelong Renters
Some renters saving for a down payment and unable to buy find that recent rent increases are eating away at savings and forcing them to stay where they are.
Champlain Condo Settlement Could Come Quickly
An emerging deal announced last week might settle on $83M for people who suffered economic losses after Surfside’s Champlain Towers collapse.