Serving in the military dictates many home buying and selling decisions for active-duty members, and continues to have residual effects - both positive and negative - for veterans. For the first time, the National Association of Realtors included questions about servicing in the Armed Forces in ... » Learn More about The real difference between military and non-military home buyers and sellers
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Average 30-year mortgage falls to 3.54%
Long-term U.S. rates on mortgages fell in the week for a second straight week amid continued global economic concerns. Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage dipped to 3.54 percent from 3.60 percent a week ago. That is well below its level a year ago of 4.00 ... » Learn More about Average 30-year mortgage falls to 3.54%
REMAX National Housing Report June 2016
REMAX just released their National Housing report for June 2016. As home buyer demand continues, May saw a 10.3% jump in sales over April along with a 5.1% increase over May last year, which is slightly more than the typical year-over-year sales increase of 4.5% so far in 2016. The Median Sales ... » Learn More about REMAX National Housing Report June 2016
2016 American dream: 4 beds, 3 baths
The 2016 modern mothers and fathers with adult children at home apparently have at least one ground rule: We’ll share a roof, however, not a bathroom. An infographic and expert analysis by LawnStarter suggests that parents who welcome their children with open arms might be finding comfort (and ... » Learn More about 2016 American dream: 4 beds, 3 baths
Florida County cracks down on property tax fraud
In excess of $550 million has been recovered from property tax fraud in Orange County, Florida. The money derives from property owners who wrongfully requested for property tax exemptions when they didn't qualify, primarily Florida's Homestead Tax exemption. The recovered money has been returned to ... » Learn More about Florida County cracks down on property tax fraud