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The Daily 051313 Hot Sheet of Palm Beach Real Estate & FL Realtor News

By Winston Heverly

Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker Access Realty 433494

May 14, 2013 07:56 AM

The Daily Hot Sheet of Palm Beach Real Estate &

FL Realtor News

Monday, May 13, 2013

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TODAY'S TOP STORIES

Forecast improves for late 2013 economy

Poll of economists finds optimism. They say federal cutbacks will slow growth, but it won't stall the recovery. By 4Q, expect strong private sector expansion. Read more.

IRA money can be used to fund an investment home

Under Section 408 of the IRS Code, you can invest a tax-sheltered IRA in a future retirement home if you follow specific rules. But don't try this alone. Read more.

Job shortage? Builders can't find enough workers

Workers with construction skills - from supervisors to painters, cabinet makers and drywall installers - are in short supply, driving up the cost of new homes. Read more.

Land trusts band together for liability insurance

Land trusts in 46 states, including Florida, insure members against litigation. Nearly 60% of conservation land trusts are one person or volunteer operations. Read more.

Fla. Rep. introduces bill to boost FEMA disaster money

The Safe Building Code Incentive Act of 2013 introduced last week would increase FEMA's post-disaster money 4% to states with a minimum building code. Read more.

NOW YOU KNOW

Hurricane season kicks in before flood insurance

With a few exceptions, a new applicant for flood insurance won't receive coverage for 30 days, and Florida's hurricane season starts in 19 days - June 1. Read more.

Make a note of it

Florida Realtors Take 5 video: Referrals = income

Jill Johns: Mail more than a random postcard to past clients - become the go-to Realtor by connecting often and in different ways. It doesn't end at closing. Watch video.