2016 Marked Best Year for Sales in a Decade

Real estate professionals saw the best year in home sales since 2006’s housing boom days. Will the good times last?

Source: 2016 Marked Best Year for Sales in a Decade | Realtor Magazine

Buying a Home is More Affordable Than Renting in 66% of US Counties

According to ATTOM Data Solutions’ 2017 Rental Affordability Report, buying a home is more affordable than renting in 354 of the 540 U.S. counties they analyzed.

Source: Buying a Home is More Affordable Than Renting in 66% of US Counties | Keeping Current Matters

Weekend Picks: Jan. 27-29

Treasure Coast news and information in Indian River County, Martin County and St. Lucie County, Florida

Source: Weekend Picks: Your best bets for fun, Jan. 27-29 | Videos

Sign Here: Applying for a Mortgage with a Non-Occupant Cosigner

Has someone asked you to cosign for their mortgage or are you looking to apply with a cosigner. There are some things you should know and think about first.

Source: Sign Here: Applying for a Mortgage with a Non-Occupant Cosigner

Updating a Home With a Fannie Mae HomeStyle® Renovation Mortgage.

Do you have clients who want to renovate their current home or purchase a fixer upper, but their scenario just doesn’t fit guidelines of the rehabilitation loan programs you’ve researched?

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6 Things to Consider Before Paying Off a Mortgage Early

Directing excess cash towards paying down a mortgage means those funds aren’t available for investing.

Source: 6 Things to Consider Before Paying Off a Mortgage Early | The Smarter Investor | US News

Ask 5 Questions Before You Refinance to a Shorter Mortgage

You might think that refinancing your mortgage to a shorter-term loan is a win-win: You save on interest and pay off your home sooner. But many mortgage experts say there…

Source: Ask 5 Questions Before You Refinance to a Shorter Mortgage

Your best bets for fun - Jan. 20-22

Treasure Coast news and information in Indian River County, Martin County and St. Lucie County, Florida

Source: Weekend Picks: Your best bets for fun | Jan. 20-22

5 Weird Reasons You WON’T Get a Mortgage

Your loan officer or realtor will probably give you a list of the documents you’ll need, and some “to do” items, like check on homeowner’s insurance and save your pay stubs.

Source: 5 Weird Reasons You WON’T Get a Mortgage

Homestead Exemption: this will save you money on property taxes, apply for it by March 1st.

We just wanted to send out a reminder that it is “Homestead Exemption Time”. Remember this is a big savings for you, but you must apply for it! March 1st is the deadline to apply

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What to Know Before Getting Your First Mortgage

You have saved up enough money for a down payment, and now you’re ready to get your first mortgage. However, there are a few things you should know before you fill out the first loan application.

Source: What to Know Before Getting Your First Mortgage • RealtyBizNews: Real Estate News

Weekend Picks: Your best bets for fun Jan. 13-15

This weekend kicks off high season on the Treasure Coast, so no more complaining there’s nothing to do.

Source: Weekend Picks: Your best bets for fun | Jan. 13-15

Mortgage With A Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

You can qualify for a mortgage with a chapter 13 bankruptcy in your recent past. Even if you’re still in bankruptcy in some cases. Here’s how.

Source: Mortgage With A Chapter 13 Bankruptcy | Mortgage Rates, Mortgage News and Strategy : The Mortgage Reports

The 8 Fastest Growing Housing Markets

These are the cities to watch when it comes to real estate.

Source: The 8 Fastest Growing Housing Markets | Realtor Magazine

Why Buyers Are Racing to Close on Existing Homes

Bucking the trend of sales tapering off in the fall, the number of existing homes buyers closed on jumped a whopping 15.4% from a year ago, says a report.

Source: Why Buyers Are Racing to Close on Existing Homes

9 real estate trends to expect in 2017

From costlier mortgage rates to more affordable rents, here’s what two experts see coming to the housing market next year

Source: Millennials and boomers will be big buyers – 9 real estate trends to expect in 2017 – CBS News

Your best bets for fun this weekend.

Treasure Coast news and information in Indian River County, Martin County and St. Lucie County, Florida

Source: Weekend picks: Your best bets for fun | Jan. 6-8

6 Weird Real Estate Laws (That are Actually on the Books)

What weird real estate laws are still on the books? Redfin did some digging to find out what rules homeowners break without even knowing it.

Source: 6 Weird Real Estate Laws (That are Actually on the Books) – @Redfin

5 Commitments Toward a Better Sales Year

If you think you could be even more productive in 2017, here are some ways to hold yourself to the challenge.

Source: 5 Commitments Toward a Better Sales Year | Realtor Magazine

CITY OF PSL: JOB AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

You can now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and clicking on the “Apply” link.  After viewing the Job Description, click the ‘Apply’ tab.

Source: JOB AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES | .