Governor Announces Phase 3 for All Florida Counties
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 20-244, moving all of Florida’s 67 counties into Phase 3.
Broward's New Emergency Order Relaxes Some Restrictions
As the number of COVID-19 cases in Broward continues to decline as a result of the restrictions in place and residents and businesses abiding by those restrictions, County Administrator Bertha Henry has issued Emergency Order 20-25, which relaxes some business, athletic event, and function space restrictions.
NAR: Existing-Home Sales Hit Highest Level Since Dec. 2006
U.S. home sales rose for the third straight month in Aug. – up 2.4% compared to July – as historically low interest rates overshadowed many pandemic fears.
St. Lucie Market Heating Up, Median Price Continues to Rise
Just in! Newly released market reports from Florida Realtors® detailing recent real estate activity in St. Lucie County. The reports compare year-over-year data for August. Here are statistics on single family homes.
Florida's Housing Market: Sales and Median Prices Rose in August
Florida Realtors® data: More sales, higher median prices, more new pending sales and more new listings year-over-year. Single-family sales up 8.8%; condo sales up 10.3% – and sales in the upper price tiers paved the way for the surge, says Chief Economist Dr. Brad O’Connor.
Martin County Market Heating Up, Median Price Continues to Rise
Just in! Newly released market reports from Florida Realtors® detailing recent real estate activity in Martin County. The reports compare year-over-year data for August. Here are statistics on single family homes.
Palm Beach Market Heating Up, Median Price Continues to Rise
Just in! Newly released market reports from Florida Realtors® detailing recent real estate activity in the Palm Beaches. The reports compare year-over-year data for August. Here are statistics on single family homes.
Broward Market Heating Up, Median Price Continues to Rise
Just in! Newly released market reports from Florida Realtors® detailing recent real estate activity in Broward County. The reports compare year-over-year data for August. Here are statistics on single family homes.
NAR, White House Officials Meet to Discuss Eviction Ban
NAR urges Congress to provide emergency rental assistance programs directly to housing providers, who fear financial ruin due to the prolonged lack of rental income.
Broward, Palm Beaches & St. Lucie Realtors® Host Virtual Event with South Florida’s Leading New Construction Builders!
The most sought-after builders in one of the nation’s hottest markets are ready to present! Broward, Palm Beaches & St. Lucie Realtors® are hosting an exclusive member event, Builders Connect – New Construction Showcase from September 21st to the 25th.
BeachesMLS Adds New Marketing Benefit, ModernAgent
BeachesMLS, the MLS of Broward, Palm Beaches & St. Lucie Realtors® have partnered with Amplify Social’s ModernAgent platform as their new marketing benefit for members.
Situations Where Realtors® Feel the Most Unsafe
September is Realtor® Safety Month, and to encourage real estate pros to take precautions, NAR has released its 2020 Member Safety Report. The report found that practitioners feel most vulnerable when meeting with unknown clients at vacant properties.
Broward to Move to Phase 2 Reopening Monday, 9/14
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced that all of Florida, including Broward County, is in Phase 2 of reopening, effective Monday, September 14.
More Renters Up-To-Date on Payments – or Close To It
In the latest monthly study from Apartment List, the authors “expect that nine-in-10 renters will pay their September rent in full by the end of the month.”
More Americans Say It’s a Good Time to Buy or Sell
Fannie Mae’s monthly survey found less pessimism over potential job losses and an increasing number of buyers (up 3%) and sellers (up 3%) who think it’s a good time enter the market. Overall, the index rose 3.3 points to 77.5, though a year ago it was 93.8.
How to Handle Bidding Wars Legally
“Real estate professionals can help avoid complaints and fair housing issues while helping both the buyer and seller understand their options,” Deanne Rymarowicz, associate counsel at NAR.
Palm Beach County Starts Phase 2 Reopening
Palm Beach County has been given permission to start Phase 2 of the Reopening Process by Governor Ron DeSantis.
What's New in Matrix? Matrix X Release Notes
With the release of Matrix X, the system continues to combine modern color palettes, iconography, and navigation with a state-of-the-art design. Plus, Matrix X boasts new notification features and new map layers!
FEMA Approves $300 Weekly Unemployment Pay in Florida
Florida is now an official participant in the Lost Wages Assistance Program, which should provide qualified unemployed residents $300 per week for at least three weeks.
DeSantis Narrows Fla. Eviction Ban, Extends to Oct. 1
Hours before Fla.’s eviction or foreclosure ban was scheduled to expire, the governor signed an order extending it to Oct. 1. The order applies only to the “final action” and not for reasons other than a COVID-19 emergency.