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…
LendingHome, Which Serves Investors, Changing to Kiavi
The newly named company says it will focus on older housing stock and use AI-powered analytics to help real estate investors make decisions.
Good Listing Visuals Stand Out Amid the Mediocre Ones
The pictures and virtual tours aren’t all that great in many listings – but that’s a benefit for those agents who take extra time to make sure their listing visuals “pop.”
Can Most Pre-2020 Homebuyers Cancel Their PMI Insurance?
Buyers who put less than 20% down often need private-mortgage insurance – but with a 20% year-to-year uptick in home values, many owners may be able to cancel it now.
NAR Finds Connection Between Housing and Food Insecurity
38% of homeowner households and 66% of renter households have difficulty paying for usual household expenses, including food, according to NAR’s study. “Housing affordability and food sufficiency are inseparable to families’ balance sheets,” says NAR VP Jessica Lautz.
Fla. Agencies Receiving 10 Fair Housing Grants Worth $2.4M
Of that money, almost $1.5M goes to four groups under HUD’s Private Enforcement Initiative to investigate and litigate complaints filed under the Fair Housing Act.
NAR: Good Neighbor Award Finalists Strengthen Communities
NAR’s awards highlight Realtors across the U.S. who have dedicated their time, money and passion to helping others – and one 2021 finalist hails from Fla.
Less-than-Great Credit Score? How to Improve It
Stay current with creditors tracked by credit score firms, but also do some homework: Understand credit scores and how they impact your life.