NAR-Supported Privacy Bill Signed Into Law

NAR-Supported Privacy Bill Signed Into Law

The Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act became law on Friday, restricting trigger leads and shielding consumers from unwanted calls, texts and emails. WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump signed into law H.R. 2808, the Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act, bipartisan...
Mortgage Market Awaits Fed’s Next Move

Mortgage Market Awaits Fed’s Next Move

By Holden Lewis Mortgage rates are holding steady as September begins, with future changes hinging on economic conditions and the Federal Reserve’s next moves. NEW YORK – Mortgage rates are likely to remain mostly unchanged in the first half of September. After that,...
Report: Florida Homelessness Rising

Report: Florida Homelessness Rising

By Jay Waagmeester An estimated 904,000 renting households earn less than 60% of the median income and pay more than 40% of their income on housing, a new UF report said. GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Homelessness among Florida families rose by 28% in the last three years, a...
Realtor Safety Starts with Smart Practices

Realtor Safety Starts with Smart Practices

September is Realtor Safety Month, a reminder for agents to use tools and best practices to stay safe on the job year-round. ORLANDO, Fla. – Digital security. Personal protection. Situational awareness. Realtors today face a wider range of risks than in the past,...
New Jobs Report Opens Door to Rate Cut

New Jobs Report Opens Door to Rate Cut

U.S. job growth slowed in August and unemployment rose to 4.3%, boosting expectations of a Fed rate cut that may ease mortgage rates for homebuyers. WASHINGTON – U.S. job growth weakened sharply in August while the unemployment rate increased to nearly a four-year...