An announcement from FEMA went out this week reminding home owners of the significance of flood insurance. However it is unlikely anyone in the St. Augustine area needs the reminder. With significant flood damage in the last two hurricane seasons, there shouldn't be many residents who fail to ... » Learn More about Flood insurance runs out once again on Jan. 19 – or not
Moving
The key reason why the tight supply? Put the blame on the boomers
The U.S. real estate market currently is experiencing the worst inventory deficiency in 20 years, and new data from the realtor.com Housing Shortage Study suggests two primary reasons: A) Boomers unwillingness to sell, and B) a large number of people who believe their current home fits their ... » Learn More about The key reason why the tight supply? Put the blame on the boomers
Fannie, Freddie delay new credit scoring systems
Have you been looking ahead to the long-anticipated news that the two dominant players in the home mortgage arena - Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac - finally made the decision to overhaul their outdated credit scoring systems to increase home-ownership opportunities for a broader array of consumers, ... » Learn More about Fannie, Freddie delay new credit scoring systems
Re/Max’s profits rise on agent and real estate market improvement
A strong housing market and agent count growth nudged Re/Max’s profits higher while in the second quarter when compared to the previous year, the real estate franchisor reported. Re/Max’s profits rise on agent and real estate market improvement Re/Max posted net income of ... » Learn More about Re/Max’s profits rise on agent and real estate market improvement
4 Ways to Help Kids Adapt to a new School Following a Move
At all ages, a move can certainly be stressful. However for school-age kids,a significant move means a new school, transitioning to new curriculum and finding new friends. Here are some steps you can take to help ease the transition and encourage kids for a school transfer. 4 Ways to ... » Learn More about 4 Ways to Help Kids Adapt to a new School Following a Move