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A U.S. District Court judge ruled against Florida’s Department of Environmental Protection’s attempt to retain authority over wetland permitting
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac issued guidance regarding allowable interested-party contributions in light of the proposed Sitzer-Burnett verdict settlement agreement.
Creating a ‘know-like-trust’ relationship with clients takes effort but allows them to move forward with confidence, real estate pro Jimmy Burgess said.
Homebuyers are increasingly using gift cards as a substitute for credit cards or cash, including when saving for a down payment.
Potential flippers should understand the process of home flipping before jumping in. Some of the common unknowns include the tax benefits.
Today’s average rate on a 30-year home loan is just under 7%, not far from the historical average. Still, some homebuyers say they’re waiting for rates to drop.
The Florida Department of Agriculture’s finalized rules regarding foreign-buyer registration for agricultural property ownership took effect April 4.
A cut in the state’s commercial lease sales tax, from 4.5% to 2.0%, will begin on June 1, weeks earlier than originally expected.
A national survey showed 39% of consumers plan to move, and Florida is among the top destinations. About 13% prefer ranch-style homes.
The April NAHB/Wells Fargo HMI survey showed that 22% of builders cut home prices in April, down from 24% in March and 36% in December 2023.