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The Daily 082914 Hot Sheet of Palm Beach Real Estate & FL Realtor News

By Winston Heverly

Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker Access Realty 433494

August 29, 2014 02:08 PM

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

Friday, August 29, 2014

Weekend Edition

TODAY'S TOP STORIES

Gov't partnership to lower mortgages of military

Five big banks agreed to help active-duty troops understand a 2003 law that allows them to have mortgage rates and some other debt fees capped at 6%. Read more.

Renters influenced by online property reviews

ApartmentFinder.com survey: Of more than 5,000 apartment seekers, 96% said that online reviews influenced their decision when choosing an apartment. Read more.

Average 30-year mortgage rate 4.1%

FRMs remained unchanged at their 52-week low. Two out of three experts (64%) polled this week foresee little change over the short term. Read more.

Condo prices keep the faith - at a slight distance

A German study found that condos close to a house of worship sell for about 4.8% more than other condos - but not if the structure is right next door. Read more.

No one is safe from scams after latest cyberattacks

Expert advice: After five banks lost data to hackers, everyone should assume their accounts could be compromised and take preemptive action now. Read more.

NOW YOU KNOW

To stand out, add audio to your listing photos

The free SpeakingPhoto app allows you to create narrated slideshows of listings. It can then be used instead of a listing video or as a complement to one. Read more.