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Here's how to tap into the uptick in international business this year as Florida remains the top spot for global buyers and investors in the U.S.
70 types of service businesses, including real estate agents, can more easily target ads to consumers whose search terms seem to match a Realtor’s services.
Higher interest rates took a bite out of profits, even as home-flipping hit its highest rate in 15 years. But Orlando ranked high for both flips and profits.
CEO of Sage Communities: “Who ever thought that a devastating hurricane would cause a real estate boom?” Ian’s hardest-hit barrier islands are now hot spots.
AEI/CRL: If lots of inflation-hit owners refinance to take cash out, their temporary financial fix may lead to foreclosure if the funds run out or their home value falls.
Buyers are lowering down payments thanks to inflation, high home prices and more sellers willing to negotiate. At $42K, it’s the lowest money down in two years.
The Fed hit a middle ground. A quarter-point hike suggests it’s fighting inflation and only a bit worried about banks – though it also nixed language about future increases.
In Fla., 7 agencies get part of the $2.9M under 12 grants. The money fights discrimination, and includes funds to private investigators for “testing and enforcement.”
In Feb., month-to-month home sales surged 14.5% as buyers locked in lower mortgage rates, but a 0.2% price drop is the first decline in almost 11 years.
A senior-housing project aimed at middle-class adults gives them an option other than “dying in my house.” The Mass. prototype charges only $1,800 per month.