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The Weekend Hot Sheet of Top Real Estate News Trending Now

By Winston Heverly

Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker Access Realty 433494

May 29, 2015 03:03 PM

The Daily Hot Sheet of Top Real Estate News Trending Now

Friday, May 29, 2015

TODAY'S TOP STORIES

IRS security breach could slow real estate closings

Due to tighter mortgage rules, many lenders now require tax return copies directly from the IRS - but a sudden security-breach shutdown makes that difficult. Read more.

Ready or not, hurricane season arrives Monday

Fla. is overdue for a hurricane. The six-month season starts Monday, and while forecasts call for fewer storms, it only takes one. Homeowners should prepare now. Read more.

Average rate on 30-year mortgage rises to 3.87%

FRMs hit their highest level so far this year amid signs of an improving economy, but 58% of experts predict they'll go back down a bit over the short term. Read more.

Floridians' confidence slips unexpectedly in May

Consumer sentiment dropped for the second month, falling seven points to 87.6. It's the lowest reading since Dec. for UF's monthly survey. Read more.

LGBT buyers motivated - worry about discrimination

Survey: Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Americans value homeownership and are a lucrative niche, but 75% fear they'll face home-search discrimination. Read more.

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4 out of 10 top U.S. beaches located in Fla.

The annual "Dr. Beach" ranking includes Barefoot Beach, St. George Island State Park, Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park and Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park. Read more.