UF’s Oct. consumer sentiment survey found a drop in Floridians’ attitudes about the economy, but only a bit – and notably less than the companion national survey.
The U.S. Consumer Confidence Index fell for the third month in a row to 102.6 from Sept.’s 104.3. A top concern: The rising cost of goods and services.
A jury found NAR and others liable in a compensation lawsuit, but the association will immediately appeal and the case probably won’t conclude for several years.
Ownership offers fixed payments for 30 years and slowly building equity, but those on a fixed budget today haven’t seen such a strong rent advantage since 1996.
Too few sellers, high home prices, 8%-ish mortgage rates and strong buyer demand made the list, but so did AI and the “staggering costs to repair … aging infrastructure.”
If a nearby home goes through foreclosure, does a lowered value for that property impact the values of all nearby neighbors' homes?
RE and mortgage pros were asked what generated the most business for them, and most agreed that physically meeting people got them the best bang for their buck.
Fla. touts its no-income-tax status, but moving is complicated and buyers consider many variables. Still, it appears that lower taxes carry notable weight.
The scams begin with a hunt through public records for vacant land, an absentee owner and no mortgage. Look for red flags, like a refusal to talk in person.
How hard is it to find the perfect home? If it has the right location and price, 7 out of 10 homebuyers are willing to overlook poltergeist shenanigans.
