NAR Secures Real Estate Wins in Tax Reform Bill

NAR Secures Real Estate Wins in Tax Reform Bill

New tax law includes deductions, affordable housing incentives and pro-homeownership measures, driven Realtor advocacy nationwide. WASHINGTON — The National Association of Realtors® applauds the U.S. House of Representatives on final passage of the sweeping tax reform...
Mortgage Rates Fall Lowest Level Since April

Mortgage Rates Fall Lowest Level Since April

By Matt Ott Rates on 30-year mortgages fell to 6.67% from 6.77% last week, while rates on 15-year mortgages declined to fell to 5.80% from 5.89%. NEW YORK — The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage fell for the fifth straight week to its lowest level since early...

Help Florida Realtors ‘Clean Up Florida Waters’

By Marla Martin The major cleanup effort continues throughout July, as Realtors and others clear trash and debris from beaches, lakes and other waterways in their communities. ORLANDO, Fla. —Realtors® across the state and other volunteers are making a splash this July...
Using Pre-Listing Inspections to Save Deals

Using Pre-Listing Inspections to Save Deals

By Melissa Dittmann Tracey Real estate pros say having an inspection before listing the house can help calm nerves and save deals by providing the chance to address repairs long before a sale. CHICAGO – Real estate professionals are reporting a rise in home buyers...
Court: Landlords Have Right to Repayment

Court: Landlords Have Right to Repayment

By Michael Rauber The Federal Circuit upheld property owners’ right to seek compensation over the CDC eviction ban. The government may still ask the U.S. Supreme Court to review. WASHINGTON — In a major development for property rights advocates, a new court...
Two New Property Insurers Approved

Two New Property Insurers Approved

By Ron Hurtibise Two more property insurers have been approved to operate in Florida, bringing the total to 14 since recent reforms. Officials say the market is stabilizing. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Two more property insurers have been approved to serve Florida’s...