by Editor | Nov 27, 2024 | General News
NAR’s Pending Home Sales Index increased 0.9% in the South to 90.0 in October, up 2.5% from a year ago. Pending sales grew across the U.S. WASHINGTON – Pending home sales ascended in October – the third consecutive month of increases, according to the National...
by Editor | Nov 26, 2024 | General News
The court heard from all parties as well as objectors and the Department of Justice, and is expected to soon issue a formal written order. CHICAGO — Today, the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri granted final approval of the National Association...
by Editor | Nov 26, 2024 | General News
By Maria Marchante In Florida, written listing agreements must include an end date. Sellers should receive a copy of the signed agreement. ORLANDO, Fla. — The Florida Statutes have an entire chapter just for real estate licensing. Within Chapter 475, there are many...
by Editor | Nov 26, 2024 | General News
By Joel Maxson There are important differences between a conditional and unconditional termination when a buyer or seller and brokerage firm agree to part ways. ORLANDO, Fla. — Florida Realtors® forms include an Exclusive Buyer Brokerage Agreement (EBBA) and Exclusive...
by Editor | Nov 26, 2024 | General News
New home sales dropped 17.3% in October to 610,000, with a 9.4% annual decline. Median price was $437,300, and 481,000 homes were for sale. WASHINGTON — Steadily rising mortgage rates coupled with ongoing affordability challenges kept many potential home buyers on the...
by Editor | Nov 26, 2024 | General News
By Shannon Allen Many Realtors think they have a good handle on the Code of Ethics. Most of it’s just common sense, right? Test your knowledge and have a little fun with this Code of Ethics quiz. Dear Shannon: Our Grievance Committee and Professional Standards...
