Home Buyer Sentiment Ticks Up – First Time Since March
More consumers are starting to think home price increases have largely topped out – and if they still hope to snag a low interest rate, it’s time to shop for a home.
Legislative Solution Seen As ‘Fastest Path’ to Address Housing Crisis
Florida Realtors: A new effort will offer homeownership opportunities for frontline workers and take the place of the Housing Funds for Housing ballot campaign.
Market on TikTok? ‘Average Watch Time’ Beats YouTube
Businesses can’t ignore TikTok’s rapid growth and the popularity of its 60-second videos. For agents, it’s a new way to court potential clients.
Fla. Landlord Mandating Vaccines for Tenants. But Is It Legal?
In eight S. Fla. apartment complexes, the unvaccinated need not apply – or try to renew their lease. But the rule might conflict with Fla.’s vaccine passport ban.
Buyer Demand Didn’t Drop – It’s Hoping for a Crash
Frustrated homebuyers remember the last housing crisis and think it’s going to happen again as prices keep going higher and higher – but they’ll likely be disappointed.
HUD Charges Fla. HOA with Disability Discrimination
A condo owner helped remove debris following 9/11 and needs to leave shoes outside due to a respiratory condition. HUD alleges the condo board turned down his request.
Commute Time vs. Space: American Preferences Change
Survey: More people (60%, up from 53%) will to drive farther to work and shopping if it comes with a larger house and more distance from their neighbors.
Realtors Relief Foundation Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Realtors, through RRF, help restore communities after natural disasters, such as hurricanes and wildfires. RRF celebrates 20 years this Fri. with a special livestream event.
Are Investors Helping or Hurting Homesteaders? It Depends
A study found investors help local buyers by selling property if rents stagnate and home prices rise – but hurt homebuyers if rents are rising and home prices are not.
Florida Realtors Updates FR/Bar Contracts and Riders
Florida Realtors and the Florida Bar work together to keep FR/Bar contracts current and useful, and the latest update has just received final approval from both groups. Members will have time to study the changes before it replaces current forms on Nov. 1. The AS IS contract, Residential contract and seven Riders were updated, and…