The Daily Hot Sheet of Top Real Estate News Trending Now
June 10, 2015
TODAY'S TOP STORIES
Aug. 1 RESPA changes: Need-to-know requirements
A new Florida Realtors video featuring VP and General Counsel Margy Grant helps Realtors get up to speed on new closing requirements effective Aug. 1. Read more.
UF: Fla. commercial brokers optimistic about future
The Commercial Real Estate Sentiment Index, which gauges Fla. brokers' attitudes about their personal businesses, hit its highest level since 2006. Read more.
60% of contracts have issues, but most close on time
NAR study: 12% cited some kind of financing problem, 8% home inspections, and 7% appraisals. Overall, 10% of Realtors had a contract that failed to close. Read more.
Fannie Mae: 'Things are looking up for housing'
Attitudes about housing continue to improve. More consumers think it's a good time to sell, and more expect incomes to grow, suggesting future market strength. Read more.
U.S. appears on the verge of a major job surge
Experts have long tied a real estate recovery to more jobs, and the Dept. of Labor's latest report finds that the number of openings has risen to a 14-year high. Read more.
NOW YOU KNOW
Embrace change to succeed in real estate
A "global futurist" at ULI's recent Fla. meeting says technology will change quickly. Get up to speed now on virtual home staging and automated agent selection. Read more.
Make a note of it
Florida Realtors centennial: Join the celebration
In 2016, your association turns 100 years old, and the official logo contest has begun. It ends July 3, so pick your favorite logo now. Visit the website to cast your vote.
AROUND FLORIDA
Palm Coast: New shopping center could be landing here
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Tampa: Fractured condo community in Carrollwood on market
The Villages: Titan deal will make senior community even bigger
Tampa: Fractured condo community in Carrollwood on market
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