Economy Rebounded 33.1% – but Second Downturn Expected
The U.S. had an amazing rebound in 3Q, but the Commerce Dept. predicts a second economic dip and slower rebound in 2021 if there isn’t another stimulus package.
The U.S. had an amazing rebound in 3Q, but the Commerce Dept. predicts a second economic dip and slower rebound in 2021 if there isn’t another stimulus package.
Some targeted property owners say a group calling itself the Florida Fair Housing Alliance is suing landlords after only a phone call if the answer to “Do you rent to convicted felons?” is a “no.” Other fair housing groups say that tactic will do more harm than good.
Restaurants and real estate rely on the yearly migration, but tourism bureaus rarely track numbers. While fewer Canadians may come, it’s unclear what to expect.
Propane patio heaters are the “new toilet paper.” With the outdoors safer for avoiding the coronavirus, demand from Northerners has already decimated the supply.
HUD’s disparate-impact rule tries to stop discrimination that occurs in the absence of any overt discriminatory behavior. It’s now trying to walk that rule back a bit.
The group claims a “minimum price policy” business practice by Redfin benefits higher-income neighborhoods more than lower-income neighborhoods. Redfin denies the charges for “legitimate business reasons” but says it’s struggled with the issues raised.
A condo owner removed signs that said “Wear Your Mask” from the building’s main doors, and the president now accuses him of vandalism. Can he be fined for this?
The listing site, CommercialCafe, says a rising count of visitors are interested in commercial office space – a number that surpasses even pre-pandemic records.
The pandemic sparked strong demand for boats, an acceptable social distancing activity. But a dearth of parking spots led some people to buy homes for the dock space.
Inventory remains tight, but realtor.com’s weekly housing report suggests that supply may be slowly moving a bit closer to demand as more current owners decide to move.