A law passed this year attempts to ease Fla.’s rising property insurance premiums by limiting roofing companies’ abilities to help homeowners get a “free” insurance-paid roof replacement. But a judge issued an injunction and said the Constitution protects roofers’ free speech rights.
To help residents apply for federal past-due rent money, Seminole County opened a computer lab. It offers needed tech equipment and helps with applications.
Florida Realtors economist: In today’s market, prepare buyers to consider paying at least asking price – over half of successful Fla. transactions do. But it’s not a simple question, and the pressure varies by property type and asking price.
Pre-pandemic, home values increased if close to public transit; but as many people escaped cities, home values rose more in car-dependent communities.
Also: A new condo treasurer says that they use paper checks for all expenses, even small ones. Is it OK to get an association debit card to minimize paperwork?
They’re back: Individuals are launching subscription-based newsletters to share their expertise and some companies are substituting them for websites or social media.
Saturday Night Live did a sketch on about non-homebuyers who habitually checking online listings. What’s their attraction to so-called “Zillow porn”?
Some foreclosures were postponed due the pandemic, but for some homeowners, COVID-19 forced them into foreclosure. In either case, a courthouse backlog is likely starting Aug. 1, though most at-risk homes will be listed for sale before any foreclosure can be finalized.
It’s the first statewide ban for letters written by buyers as a tool to coerce sellers into accepting their offer. The problem: It’s easy to violate fair housing laws.
A new law bans roofers from soliciting business, an alleged reason for rising insurance costs. But a roofer claims that it violates constitutional free speech rights.