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Housing Affordability Worsens in Q2 2024: Homeownership Costs Hit a New High
In the second quarter of 2024, housing affordability reached alarming levels, with homeownership costs hitting new highs across the...
Jul 9, 20244 min read


Mortgage Brokers Continue to Gain Market Share
Mortgage brokers have been gaining market share in recent years, and this trend is expected to continue. In 2022, mortgage brokers...
Jul 9, 20244 min read


NAR Settlement: Key Details and Florida Realtors' New Buyer Compensation Forms
In recent developments within the real estate industry, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) has reached a settlement that has...
Jul 9, 20243 min read


VA Introduces Temporary Local Variance for Buyer-Broker Charges: Empowering Veterans in Real Estate Transactions
In a proactive move to bolster Veterans' participation in the real estate market, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a...
Jul 8, 20242 min read


Self-Directed 401(k)'s and Real Estate Investing
A self-directed 401(k) is a type of retirement savings plan that allows you to invest in a wider range of assets than traditional 401(k)...
Jun 26, 20244 min read


Buying in Florida Gets Easier: New Law Streamlines Estoppel Certificates
Florida homebuyers and sellers can breathe a sigh of relief. Effective July 1, 2024, House Bill 979 simplifies the process of obtaining...
Jun 20, 20242 min read


FHA Considering Eliminating Minimum Down Payment Requirement for Home Buyers
The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) is considering eliminating the minimum down payment requirement for home buyers. The FHA is a...
May 31, 20242 min read


Real Estate vs. 401K : Why Real Estate is the Better Investment
Real estate and 401K's are two of the most popular investment options for Americans. Both can be great ways to save for retirement, but...
May 5, 20244 min read


Benefits of the FHA Waiver of the Mortgage Credit Reject (MCR) Flag in the FHA Connection System
The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) recently waived a requirement that FHA-approved lenders flag rejected loans in the FHA...
May 3, 20242 min read
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