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The worldwide pandemic brought a multitude of surprises along with it. And its effect on the housing market might be the most surprising of them all. While experts held their breath for the anticipated crash to hit, the exact opposite happened. Couple low-interest rates with…
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Thomas Catenacci Low-income tenants across the country are behind on rent payments because of the pandemic, even as billions of dollars appropriated by Congress to assist renters remain untouched. “The record indicates Treasury is largely unable to account for billions of dollars disbursed to grantees,”…
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A top official from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development joined policy experts from the National Association of Realtors® on Thursday to discuss solutions for the nation’s historic housing supply shortage. The virtual policy forum went in depth on research commissioned by NAR…
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The sale of and demand for vacation homes soared during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new study from the National Association of RealtorsÒ. The 2021 Vacation Home Counties Report finds that buyers flooded the real estate market in the second half of 2020 and…
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PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – The City of Zephyrhills Planning Department has approved construction plans for upcoming housing development, Abbott Square by Lennar Homes. This development allows Lennar Homes to move forward with platting and beginning construction of the infrastructure including roads, ponds, water, and sewer.…
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Selling your home is a big decision and undertaking. It’s not always an easy process and can be cause for some additional stress in your life. However, there are tips you can apply that will help guide you through the process and ensure a smooth…
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If you are currently looking for the perfect premises for your business, there are many different factors you will need to take into consideration. From the size of the property to the location of it, you will want to ensure it is the ideal spot…
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