Our research methods identify Star performers and capture information from the marketplace about the high levels of excellence they bring to it. In our research we tap a database of performance information that has been compiled on an ongoing basis since 2009, so it is more than a snapshot of “what ... » Learn More about Pulse of the City News Building & Construction Star Award Winners
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Strategies for Wholesome Yards
For decades we’ve had landscape principles set up that could hinder us from creating thriving, sustainable landscapes. We've covered some of these principles, or rules, previously, but there are far more to take into account amending as a new garden season is upon us. So let's see how to get your ... » Learn More about Strategies for Wholesome Yards
Real Estate market: Increased sales, climbing prices in January
Florida's real estate market reported more closed sales, higher median prices, increased pending sales and more new listings in January, according to the latest housing data released by Florida Realtors®. Sales of single-family homes statewide totaled 16,779 last month, up 5.2% from January ... » Learn More about Real Estate market: Increased sales, climbing prices in January
More and more people wish to be REALTORS in Florida
The ranks of Realtors vying for listings will continue to swell: 32,954 first-time applicants took the state exam to be a real estate agent in 2016, by far the most within a decade. More and more people wish to be REALTORS in Florida Including repeat test-takers, the sheer numbers of ... » Learn More about More and more people wish to be REALTORS in Florida
The massive Down Payment Misconception
Finding the spare capital to put 20% down payment on a home purchase is wonderful, however it's certainly not the norm. Still, many people believe that it is and therefore the belief may be holding some would-be home buyers back, particularly young adults. The massive Down Payment ... » Learn More about The massive Down Payment Misconception