by Editor | Oct 28, 2024 | General News
An estimated 31 million homes built before 1978 still contain lead-based paint. Of those, 3.8 million are home to one or more children who could be at risk. WASHINGTON — The Environmental Protection Agency Thursday finalized stronger standards for identifying and...
by Editor | Oct 28, 2024 | General News
By Brandon Rickwood and Aaron Jackson Cybercriminals will go to great lengths to gain access to your personal and sensitive information. Be ready by having a plan to reduce risk. NEW YORK —Your real estate firm is at risk from the growing threat of cybersecurity...
by Editor | Oct 25, 2024 | General News
By Amy Connolly NAR’s new resource, Ten Questions to Ask a Buyer’s Agent, helps buyers select the right agent by providing essential questions to ask during the process. WASHINGTON – Buyers should feel confident and empowered to find an agent who aligns with their...
by Editor | Oct 25, 2024 | General News
By Jim Turner Florida tourism leaders plan a campaign to promote resilience and showcase unaffected areas post-Hurricanes Helene and Milton. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Tourism-industry leaders are once again looking to counter negative media images of Florida, this time...
by Editor | Oct 25, 2024 | General News
The Commerce Department said new home sales surged by 4.1%, the highest level in over a year. Economists had expected new home sales to climb by 0.5%. WASHINGTON — New home sales in the U.S. rebounded by much more than expected in the month of September, according to...
by Editor | Oct 24, 2024 | General News
By Alex Veiga Rates on 30-year mortgages rose to 6.54% from 6.44% last week, Freddie Mac said. Borrowing costs on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages rose to 5.71% from 5.63%. WASHINGTON – The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. rose again this week, reaching its...
