The early years as a new agent can be tough, but there are ways to make it more manageable, such as by taking classes and going to events. WASHINGTON — Real estate sales can be one of the most challenging yet most rewarding careers out there. Passing the state exam is hard enough but once … Read more
Under the bill, some non-homesteaded properties could be moved from Citizens to surplus lines insurers, which do not face the same regulations as standard carriers. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed 20 bills, including a measure that could expand efforts to move policies from the state’s Citizens Property Insurance Corp. into the … Read more
The National Weather Service said three tornadoes ripped through Tallahassee. The disaster relief fund is available to Realtors, Realtor boards/associations and their staff. ORLANDO – The Florida Realtors® Disaster Relief Fund began accepting applications after tornadoes ripped through downtown Tallahassee and the surrounding area on Friday, killing one person. Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state … Read more
Agents can become more confident though leadership that provides guidance, mentorship and support. NEW YORK – Real estate professionals should not micromanage agents on their team, as it can interfere with their job performance and limit creative thinking and independent decision-making that makes agents better advocates for their clients. Agents need the space to leverage … Read more
The state reviewed claims to Heritage Property & Casualty Insurance following Hurricane Ian and found the company violated Florida insurance laws. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — A property-insurance company has agreed to pay a $1 million fine after a state review found it violated claims-handling requirements following Hurricane Ian, according to an order signed Thursday by … Read more
Industry leaders said AI and AR will continue to be important in real estate and stressed the importance of embracing new technology. WASHINGTON – Tech leaders took the stage at the 2024 Realtor® Legislative Meetings to discuss the integration of cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and augmented reality (AR) into real estate business … Read more
Borrowing costs on 30-year and 15-year mortgages declined this week to 7.09% and 6.38% respectively after five weeks of increases. LOS ANGELES — The average rate on a 30-year mortgage fell for the first time in four weeks, a slight relief for home shoppers already facing the challenges of rising housing prices and a shortage … Read more
A lawsuit says a state law restricting property ownership by people from China and six other countries is “based on stereotyped and xenophobic generalizations.” TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Almost exactly a year after Florida lawmakers and Gov. Ron DeSantis approved a measure to restrict property ownership by people from China and six other countries, housing and … Read more
NAR and other housing groups say it’s a critical step in addressing some of the national real estate market’s biggest challenges. WASHINGTON – A group of lawmakers on Capitol Hill have announced the new Bipartisan Congressional Real Estate Caucus, which will address the lack of housing affordability and inventory nationwide. The National Association of Realtors®, … Read more
WASHINGTON – A house is typically the largest investment people make. It keeps some up at night, worrying if they’ve budgeted properly to afford the downpayment and the maintenance of the home on top of their regular expenses like food and transportation. The process is an emotional one. Help potential buyers by walking them through … Read more
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