by Editor | Jun 2, 2025 | General News
By Melissa Dittmann Tracey Rather than waiting for rates to drop, buyers should be looking at all monthly costs to get a picture of what they can afford, says NAR’s deputy chief economist. CHICAGO — Home buyers may need to brace for a new reality: Mortgage rates in...
by Editor | May 30, 2025 | General News
By Gary M. Singer Associations must maintain common elements like parking decks and may raise dues or assess fees to cover costs, including reimbursing related resident expenses. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Question: We live in a 20-story condominium where every unit has...
by Editor | May 30, 2025 | General News
By Joanne Hsu Overall, consumers see the outlook for the economy as no worse than last month, but they remained concerned about the future, a new survey found. WASHINGTON — Consumer sentiment was unchanged from April, ending four consecutive months of plunging...
by Editor | May 30, 2025 | General News
By Amy Connolly Health Plan Navigator, launching fall 2025, helps Florida Realtors’ members explore and compare health insurance plans on one easy-to-use platform. New Florida Realtors Member Benefit: Health Plan Navigator by Venteur Introducing your new...
by Editor | May 29, 2025 | General News
By Alex Veiga The average rate on 30-year mortgages rose to 6.89% from 6.86% last week, while borrowing costs on 15-year mortgages rose to 6.03% from 6.01%. WASHINGTON — The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. rose this week to its highest level since early...