The Daily (041116) Hot Sheet of the Top Real Estate News Trending Now
How scammers hack into your transactions
The FTC worked with NAR to post an alert on its website about scammers hacking into a real estate agent's or a lender's email to steal closing funds. Read more.
The clock is ticking on flood insurance reform
NAR Pres. Tom Salomone, others say national flood insurance reform is needed to lower taxpayers' costs and the economic impact of disasters: NFIP is currently $23B in debt. Read more.
New HUD rule stirs controversy
The fed rule intends to make renting easier for those with a criminal past - but critics say it's confusing, ambiguous and will be difficult to implement. Read more.
Seller frustrated by junky home next door
Real estate Q&A: The owner of a year-old stale listing is told that his biggest problem comes from the rundown house next door. What are his options? Read more.
Builders' marketing hook: 'Cheaper to own'
Buyers pay more for new construction, but builders are telling them that it's a better deal in the long run because greener homes save money on utility costs. Read more
First-time buyers want to bypass starter home
BofA report: 75% of first-time buyers would prefer to move into homes that meet their long-term needs; another 35% plan to retire wherever they buy. Read more
Sebastian: Luxury riverfront home up for auction
Tampa: Hyde Park Village moving forward with redevelopment
South Florida: Data center with 462 jobs among 5 projects seeking approval
Cape Coral: City gets possible Seven Islands designs
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