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A nonprofit organization, UnidosUS, wants to help Hispanic families build generational wealth through homeownership. Wells Fargo kicked off a $100M funding effort.
In movies, hopeful business owners make their case before a banker and hope for a loan. But there are more options, such as SBA loans or a line of credit.
A quality video blog can earn its creator $5 to $10 for every 1,000 viewers – but popularity also opens the possibility for sponsors, affiliate marketing, etc.
The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida won the Award for Public-Philanthropic Partnerships. The nonprofit pairs private grants with groups in need.
Overall housing starts rose 21.7% in May, and single-family home starts increased 18.5%. A big reason? Buyers can’t find enough existing homes to consider.
A real estate “thought leader” sees the big picture and couples their worldly perspective with RE insights. The result: People trust their judgment and seek them out.
A law effective July 1 adds protections: Citizens, for example, can’t refuse coverage due to open FIGA claims, and policies can’t be cancelled if repairs aren’t done.
Across Fla., 214 young people are getting help with their college costs from the Florida Realtors Education Foundation as they prepare for the 2023-24 school year.
The gov. says the initial version of the pro-housing, Florida Realtors-backed program has helped 6,753 families. And on July 1, an expanded version will get another $100M.
Towns with a population of 50K or less that need more affordable housing can apply now for a HOPE VI Main Street Program grant up to $1M.