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The Daily 052813 Hot Sheet of Palm Beach Real Estate & FL Realtor News

By Winston Heverly

Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker Access Realty 433494

May 28, 2013 11:17 AM

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

May 28, 2013

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U.S. consumer confidence hits five-year high

Increased confidence among Americans reflects a solid economy - but it also fuels an even stronger rebound as people relax and spend their money. Read more.

Fla. students get $118,800 in scholarships

Awards go to 96 young people from across the state to help them "realize their goals for the future," says Florida Realtors Education Foundation chair. Read more.

7 years without storms but Fla. rates keep rising

Fla. has approved more than 100 property insurance rate hike requests a year since 2009 - many in double digits. But that may end if storms steer clear. Read more.

The LinkedIn marketing plan

A good LinkedIn strategy requires about 20 minutes per week for a direct link to other professionals' referrals and new online connections. Read more.

Leading edge of the boomer generation is retiring

Study: Economists who predicted that baby boomers would "work 'til they drop" were wrong. Over half of those turning 67 have retired already. Read more.

NOW YOU KNOW

'Cozy' in real estate code usually means 'small'

If describing a home's character, avoid "cozy" - it means small to most buyers. But small varies by area. In Dallas, it's 1,500 square feet; in NYC, it's 900. Read more.

Make a note of it

Florida Realtors Take 5: Must-have website updates

Jeremy Blanton: Good 1999 website content loses clients in 2013. An ideal website says, "Welcome to the neighborhood - here's everything you need." Watch video.