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Home affordability: The green light's turning yellow
The U.S. median home price has hit $239K, and first-time buyers face challenges. NAR says renters who hope to convert to ownership now face a "major difficulty." Read more.
June surprise: Confidence at highest level since Oct.
Economists predicted consumer confidence would rise a point or two in June, but the index that gauges Americans' attitudes about personal economic situations rose 5.6 points since May to 98.0. Read more.
Could the rental market lose its mojo?
In many cities, rents have risen 20% in the past five years, but some experts predict a slowdown in key markets after an uptick in new apartment construction. Read more.
Home prices climb in April - 7 cities set records
Standard & Poor's/Case-Shiller 20-city home price index increased 5.4% year-to-year in April, just a tick down from the 5.5 percent annual gain logged in March. Read more.
Report: Private firms make same foreclosure mistakes
New York Times: At-risk mortgages sold to private investors during the meltdown haven't helped owners who still face the same foreclosure delays and inefficiencies. Read more.
How to handle competitors who are really competitive
Everyone has different talents, and one local agent often has a way of attracting more followers online. How to compete? Start by identifying his strengths. Read more.
Palm Beach: North End group wants more notice of house plans
Lee County: Babcock sets sights on one of last open spaces
Ruskin: Amazon property sells for $103.6M
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