When H.R. 3700, the "Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act," was signed into law earlier this year, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) had 90 days to weigh in on regulations related to Federal Housing Administration (FHA) financing for condominiums before changes ... » Learn More about Challenge remains regarding FHA condo financing
Real Estate Tips
Sellers, exactly what are you thinking?
Here in the Tampa Bay Area, we are in what we call a sellers market. We have less than 6 months worth of inventory right now. (more than 6 months would be considered a buyers market). Market research within our MLS Shows that homes priced accordingly are selling around 98% of list price. Which in ... » Learn More about Sellers, exactly what are you thinking?
Household spending in Florida has jumped
Remember frugal Florida? It’s disappearing fast. Household spending jumped 5% Florida this past year, the biggest surge in the United States, according to government data released Tuesday morning. The next-highest increases came in Oregon and Colorado, both up 4.9 %. Household spending in ... » Learn More about Household spending in Florida has jumped
New smart home hub provides remedy for newbies
For smart home newbies (and skeptics who believe that the dream of the intelligent dwelling far outpaces the available hardware and software), a common source of anxiety is the lack of a decent hub (a central command station) and simple way of getting various products communicating with each ... » Learn More about New smart home hub provides remedy for newbies
Your October Home Checklist
The foliage is falling, the farmer’s markets are bustling as well as the cozy comforts of home beckon - it has to be October. Make the most of this month’s bountiful harvest, get some exercise raking leaves while in the brisk air and button down your home when preparing for winter. Then sit back, ... » Learn More about Your October Home Checklist