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Using auto-texts to market? Understand the risks
on February 18, 2019 at 9:27 am
More consumers are filing lawsuits against businesses that auto-send texts without following regulations under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). […]
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Builders focusing more on new middle-income housing
on February 18, 2019 at 9:26 am
Developers tend to focus on the type of housing that maximizes profits, and a recent trend to build luxury homes has faded a bit in favor moderate-income properties. As a result, the average new home has dropped from 2,500 square feet to 2,320. […]
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Florida Housing relaunches first-time homebuyer program
on February 18, 2019 at 9:25 am
First-time homebuyers can get up to $15K in downpayment and closing-cost assistance if they live in Clay, Duval, Hillsborough, Osceola or Pasco counties. […]
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Data breach prompts call for more mortgage protections
on February 18, 2019 at 9:24 am
A recent hack hit 54K owners with loans from Wells Fargo, Citigroup and others. Crooks stole a treasure trove of personal data including Social Security numbers. […]
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Dear homebuyers: Please stop thinking you need 20% down
on February 18, 2019 at 9:23 am
Most buyers pay only 5% to 10% down – some even pay zero – and there are a number of first-time homebuyer programs that can help secure a house. […]
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Credit scores may impact both homeownership and dating
on February 18, 2019 at 9:21 am
3 out of 10 singles research a partner's financial info online before committing to a relationship, so bad credit can impact more than just the cost of a loan. […]
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You have a license to support homeownership
on February 18, 2019 at 9:19 am
The Florida Realtors-backed "Support Homeownership for All" license plate raised over $1M so far for Fla. affordable housing projects. Go to: homeownershipforall.org. https://homeownershipforall.org […]
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Lawmakers wrestle with AOB insurance claims' attorney fees
on February 15, 2019 at 8:32 am
A Fla. Senate committee last week stifled a proposal that would limit attorney fees in "assignment of benefits" (AOB) property insurance cases. […]
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Experts: Can't have a bubble with under-supply of homes
on February 15, 2019 at 8:31 am
Bubble fears are based on memories of the housing meltdown more than reality, some experts say. As long as buyer demand remains high and new-home production low, there's no bubble to burst. Prices are a result of demand, not risky lending. […]
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Legal QandA: Can I turn my condo into a timeshare?
on February 15, 2019 at 8:30 am
The owner of an ocean-view condo wants to sell and figures she'll get the highest amount of money if she makes it a timeshare – but can she legally do that? […]
