Fla.'s single-family home sales up 13.4% in Sept.
Florida Realtors Sept. report: More closed sales, higher median prices and a tight supply. U.S. sales rebound, up 4.7% over Aug. and 8.8% year-to-year. Read more.
More buyers qualify for subprime loans
A "subprime loan" today simply means borrowers have a credit score below 620. But with 4.6% of loans now subprime, it suggests more lenders are willing to take a chance. Read more.
Changes coming to Fannie's credit history analysis
The number of qualified buyers could rise. Fannie says pay stubs soon won't be required, and it will consider mortgage-worthiness based on "trended credit data." Read more.
Senators want to fence in drones
FAA's analysis of 891 drone sightings found that half flew in restricted airspace, prompting lawmakers to call for legislation that mandates electronic collars. Read more.
Fewer Fla. homeowners seriously underwater in 3Q
While the number of owners with a loan-to-value ratio greater than 125% declined almost 5% percentage points year-to-year, Fla. still ranks No. 2 in the U.S. Read more.
With security, smart homes aren't so smart
An Internet-connected home makes the owner's life easier, but it also has a dark side: Each connected device gives hackers another chance to take over. Read more.
Sarasota: Palmer Ranch office buildings completed
Southwest Florida: Fewer homeowners underwater
Polk County: 300 single-family home permits issued in Sept.
Miami: Melo Group unfazed by reduced condo deposits in downtown
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