Investor Purchases Surge to 2-Year High

Investors bought 1 of every 6 U.S. homes that sold, purchasing $43 billion worth of properties, and 1 of every 4 low-priced homes that sold.

Are You Ready? NAR Settlement = New Practices

Starting tomorrow, August 17, changes to the NAR settlement practices take effect. Florida Realtors has resources available to help you navigate these new changes.

Mortgage Rates Dip Back Below 6.5%

Today brought the release of important economic data with the power to cause a sharp increase or decrease in mortgage rates.  There are a wide variety of economic reports that guide investors as well as Fed policy (which in turns has an impact on investor decisions).  All of the above make

Young Owners Likely to Tap Equity for Spending

A Bankrate survey found younger and older owners differ in how they use home equity. Overall, 55% of owners approve of using equity for home improvements.