FICO study: While credit scores empower users to secure loans or get better interest rates, some people view them almost like a test, and an “A” grade provides security. SAN JOSE, Calif. – Global analytics software firm FICO released the results of a national survey, Credit Scores Uncovered: Consumer Relationships with their Scores. While credit … Read more
Email creates a good written record, but it can also go directly to junk folders. If it doesn’t seem to work, pick up the phone and call a condo manager directly. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Question: Several months ago, I discovered a large hole in the building’s exterior that exposed the inside of the wall … Read more
Fifteen Realtors from across the state will enhance their leadership skills and learn more about Florida Realtors through a number of activities and sessions. ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida Realtors recently selected 15 Realtor members to participate in its 17th annual Leadership Academy. The Leadership Academy was established in 2008 to identify emerging Realtor leaders ready … Read more
WASHINGTON (AP) – America’s employers added a sizzling 517,000 jobs in January, a surprisingly strong gain in the face of the Federal Reserve’s aggressive drive to slow growth and tame inflation with higher interest rates. The unemployment rate dipped to 3.4%, the lowest level since 1969. Friday’s government report added to the picture of a … Read more
NAR’s annual Good Neighbor Awards recognizes Realtors who “made an extraordinary impact in their communities.” Five winners will receive a $10K grant. CHICAGO – The National Association of Realtors® (NAR) is now accepting applications for its 2023 Good Neighbor Awards. The annual program recognizes Realtors® who have made an extraordinary impact in their communities through … Read more
It’s cheaper to build homes in a warehouse and put them together at the job site – and the U.S. needs to improve that process, according to a new HUD report. WASHINGTON – The U.S. needs more affordable housing, and one way to achieve that is to build more homes offsite and finalize construction later. … Read more
“I’m going to do this better,” brokers say when starting a new business, but that purpose can get lost in day-to-day operations. Is it time to bring it back? NEW YORK – As the marketplace slows, it’s essential to pause and think about new strategies. As the backbone for everything that comes next, a brokerage should … Read more
The number of international tourists – and by extension potential buyers – rose 73% between 2021 and 2022, but it’s still down 28% when compared to 2019. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – International tourism has increased faster in Florida than other parts of the nation, but it’s less than it was before the pandemic, state tourism officials … Read more
A website, rules and $5M in funding will help survivors of domestic and dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking under the Violence Against Women Act. WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced new resources to protect survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking. The updates fall under … Read more
The average new-home size dropped 45 square feet to 2,480 in 2022, says NAHB. It predicts home sizes will expand this year before dropping again in 2024. LAS VEGAS – Following a brief uptick in new home sizes in 2021, the average size of a new home dropped slightly from 2,525 square feet to 2,480 … Read more
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