– CoreLogic releases 2011 home price stats Fla. better than nation overall with a 3.3% price drop compared to 4.7%; prices down only 0.9% without distressed sales. Florida Realtors to launch new data system soon Jan. 2012 report to launch new housing market data system; includes only statewide numbers...
– Obama details broader housing refinance plan NAR-supported plan faces uphill battle; but, if passed, could help underwater owners refinance at lower interest rates. UF: Fla. consumer confidence surges upward in January U.S. consumers may be a tad gloomier, but Floridians’ outlook surged 7 points; economic expectations rose 14...
– Consumer Confidence Index decreases slightly The Conference Board says American’s confidence rose in Dec., but it dropped back to Nov. levels in this month’s survey. HUD: Sexual identity a protected class Starting in March, all HUD-run programs will ban discrimination based on sexual orientation, including FHA mortgages. EEM...
– NAR’s Confidence Index shows upswing Each month, Realtors’ market outlook improves, says NAR. In Dec., the index was 31.6 compared to 24.5 one year earlier. St. Joe Company has new real estate strategy It will cut back on current developments, including amenities, and possibly sell inventory at lower...
– NAR’s Confidence Index shows upswing Each month, Realtors’ market outlook improves, says NAR. In Dec., the index was 31.6 compared to 24.5 one year earlier. St. Joe Company has new real estate strategy It will cut back on current developments, including amenities, and possibly sell inventory at lower...
– Fla. No. 5 nationally as ‘best for business’ Tax Foundation: State ranks high for its business-friendly low tax burden in annual study based on dozens of provisions. 2011’s foreclosures lowest in four years RealtyTrac: Fla. seventh in number of owners facing foreclosure – 1 in 49 homes; process...
– Pending home sales decline in Dec.; above year ago Slight 3.5% monthly decline follows two strongest months of contract signings since the homebuyer tax credit expired. High downpayments: More harm than good? UNC study: A QRM rule that mandates a 20% downpayment would push 61% of creditworthy borrowers...
– Real estate agents opting for mobile office In today’s fast-pace world, consumers want fast responses, and agents need mobile offices to retain and attract clients.
– Casting call for HGTV’ ‘House Hunters’ Want 15 minutes of fame and national marketing? HGTV show auditions require three-minute videos and willing buyers. FHA to limit seller help at closing Tighter rules were announced for FHA lenders; new rules that lower the amount sellers can pay at closing...
– Florida Legislature advances Realtor issues Committees approved septic tank inspection changes, competitive property insurance rules and new homestead exemptions. NAR: Dec. existing home sales show uptrend Florida’s housing sales activity higher as 2011 ends Home sales rose 8%, condos 15% in 2011. Fla. home, condo Dec. median price...
