NAR Consumer Guide: Fair Housing

NAR Consumer Guide: Fair Housing

The Fair Housing Consumer Guide doesn’t constitute any change in NAR policy. It covers the Realtor’s role in promoting housing equity as well as other matters. WASHINGTON – The newest National Association of Realtors®’ Consumer Guide covers fair housing: Why it’s...
Average 30-Year Mortgage Rate Increases

Average 30-Year Mortgage Rate Increases

By Matt Ott Rates on 30-year mortgages ticked up to 6.32% on Thursday (Oct. 10)  from 6.12% the previous week. Borrowing costs on 15-year mortgages rose to 5.41%. WASHINGTON – The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. surged to 6.32% this week, adding...
Insurers Add Water Damage to Citizens Takeouts

Insurers Add Water Damage to Citizens Takeouts

By Ron Hurtibise Insurers will include limited water damage coverage in policies taken over from Citizens this fall due to new state regulations requiring comparable protection. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – A Florida-based property insurer that was recently eliminating...
Thriving in Uncertain Times

Thriving in Uncertain Times

A former Keller Williams mega agent and real estate coach said being prepared helps agents grow their business during changing economic times. NEW YORK – When market uncertainty creeps into real estate conversations, agents should be prepared even if it doesn’t...
Hurricane Milton Resources Available

Hurricane Milton Resources Available

By Amy Connolly Information is available that will help Realtors protect their businesses and customers including infographics that address immediate needs. ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida Realtors® created shareable social-media infographics with useful storm- and...
Hurricane Milton Resources Available

Hurricane Milton: 1 Million Ordered to Evacuate

By Amy Connolly Officials say the storm could make landfall in the Tampa Bay area late Wednesday and continue hurricane-force winds as it crosses the state. ORLANDO, Fla. – More than one million people are under evacuated orders ahead of Hurricane Milton as millions...