Fed keeps rate unchanged, but nearly half of policymakers would support hike this year
The Federal Reserve held its benchmark rate steady Wednesday as policymakers showed growing concern about persistent inflation. New projections marked a shift from March, with several officials now expecting at least one rate hike this year.
Florida condo-townhome sales rise as pending deals grow
Florida’s condo-townhome market posted stronger year-over-year sales activity in May, with closed sales up 6.6% and new pending sales up 9%, according to Florida Realtors data. Chief Economist Dr. Brad O’Connor said the pending-sales gain means the category’s nine-month streak of higher closed sales
HOA parking bans hinge on who owns the road, not the rules
Street ownership determines how far an HOA's parking rules reach — and knowing to ask that question before closing is exactly what sets a Realtor apart.
NAR, NAHB weigh in on disaster recovery reforms
NAR and NAHB are urging federal officials to keep disaster response and flood insurance programs strong while making aid faster and easier to use. The groups support quicker mitigation funding and NFIP modernization but warned that some proposed FEMA changes could limit recovery help for homeowners