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The 041114 Daily Hot Sheet of Palm Beach Real Estate & FL Realtor News

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April 11, 2014 06:04 AM

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

Friday, April 11, 2014

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TODAY'S TOP STORIES

Foreclosed owners could buy home again in 12 months

If a major event led to foreclosure, FHA's "Back to Work" program could help buyers who can afford a mortgage payment and are willing to accept counseling. Read more.

Average 30-year mortgage rate down to 4.34%

A fed program pullback should push rates higher, but a drop in refinancings has kept them in check; only 24% of experts predict a short-term increase. Read more.

Few hurricanes predicted - but keep fingers crossed

Expert predictions have been inaccurate for the past two years, but it only takes one storm's landfall to make a difference. Chances of a Fla. hit in 2014: 20%. Read more.

Schumer: Terror-risk insurance extension close

The U.S. Senate could extend the government-backed terrorism-risk insurance program through 2021. Key Senator expects House to follow suit. Read more.

Few homeowners look beyond money's face value

Analysts understand that inflation makes $20K worth less today than in 1980, but most homeowners calculate profit by subtracting sales price from purchase price. Read more.

NOW YOU KNOW

Expectations differ about a 'turnkey' home

Does 'turnkey' mean the listing includes furniture and dishes, or simply that it has fresh paint and new carpets? The answer can vary from city to city. Read more.