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The 020415 Daily Hot Sheet of Palm Beach R.E. & FL Realtor News

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Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker Access Realty 433494

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

Wednesday, February 4, 2015

 

TODAY'S TOP STORIES

87% of buyers qualify for some down payment help

RealtyTrac: Every Fla. county has at least 10 down payment assistance programs, and some have more than 20. In most counties, 84% to 97% of buyers qualify. Read more.

Homebuyers need to act now

If predictions of higher mortgage rates and greater demand hold true, a home could cost 10% more if renters wait another year before jumping into the market. Read more.

City government can lower flood insurance costs 20%

The Florida League of Cities is encouraging local governments to invest in mitigation programs because it can lower all residents' federal flood premiums. Read more.

 

Consumer Reports: Sellers can increase value by 12%

The magazine's latest issue tells potential sellers that they can boost their home's value by making five pre-listing repairs that cost little or nothing. Read more.

Lenders still chasing multifamily loans, says MBA

"There has been a strong appetite to lend to multifamily in the last few years," says MBA's Jamie Woodwell. Volume picked up "strongly" in second half of 2014. Read more.

NOW YOU KNOW

Tips and tricks from top producers

A number of savvy experts offered real estate business tips at the Real Estate Connect conference in New York last week. Read more.

Make a note of it

Honor Society deadline: Feb. 13, 2015

Do you know a go-getter actively involved in Florida Realtors and local or national associations? Urge them to apply for the Honor Society. Read more.

AROUND FLORIDA

Orange County: 2 national builders adding 500+ homes to project
Manatee, Sarasota counties: New condos expected to spur 2015 sales
South Florida: Home starts rise despite land shortage

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