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Mortgage rates are near 7%, not the expected sub-6%. Rates could fall if the gap between mortgage bonds and Treasury yields narrows. Fed rate cuts may boost demand.
Consumer sentiment dipped 4% in January, driven by inflation concerns, rising unemployment fears and declines across demographics.
When renters find unwanted items, they should ask the landlord to remove them, document communications and keep photos in case of disputes.
Home sales in the final months of the year showed solid recovery despite elevated mortgage rates, NAR’s chief economist said.
Fake hacking tricks victims into believing a breach occurred. To spot scams, look for small money demands, no system changes and disorganized claims.
Florida Realtors Chief Economist: 2024’s biggest changes were the rise in inventory and the widening performance gap between the single-family and condo-townhouse markets.
Home renovations don’t have to be extensive and expensive. Instead, opt for smaller changes, like new outdoor lighting or interior painting, for a big change.
Scammers have impersonated over 400 mortgage institutions nationwide, stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from unwitting homeowners.
Tampa and Jacksonville are among the metro areas in Florida that saw the biggest year-over-year affordability gains, Redfin found.
NAR's new Consumer Guide explains fire insurance coverage and the importance of informed decisions in high-risk areas.