Judge’s Decision Disappoints Fla. Condo Owners
Condo owners frustrated by alleged embezzlement of funds by their management company weren’t happy with a ruling that limited access to bank records.
NAR President Says Realtors Support Ukraine
Leslie Rouda Smith released a statement expressing Realtors’ “deep concern for Ukraine,” along with a list of three charities if members wish to help.
State Awarding $676M to Help Fla. Homeowners
Fla.’s DEO will distribute the funds to homeowners impacted by COVID-19 for things such as late mortgage payments, defaults, foreclosures and delinquent utility bills.
Don’t Just Discuss Issues, Do Something: Serve
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In Dubai, Luxury Home Prices Are Up 44%
A report of luxury home price increases in the world’s top 100 cities finds 5 U.S. cities in the global top 10: San Diego, The Hamptons, Miami, San Francisco and L.A.
UF: Floridians’ Confidence Drops a Bit in Feb.
The biggest drop came in confidence for making big-ticket purchases, which authors call “not surprising” given inflation’s impact on the state’s residents.
Will Sales Rise or Fall this Year? Experts Divided
Even experts don’t know what will happen. About half think rising costs and rates will deter buyers, but the other half think more listings will boost demand.
A Buyer Floated the Idea of a 3D Home?
3D homes can be stronger than traditional homes yet take far less time to complete. They’re already offered in Fla., but the industry is still in its infancy.
Russia-Ukraine War May Affect Housing, Economy
Stocks and cryptocurrencies lost value, which can impact luxury sales – but a general drop in economic confidence can affect every level of the real estate market.
The Toughest-to-Learn Success Skill?
Technology and smart marketing decisions may attract customer interest, but agents who quickly build rapport with potential clients can land the most deals.