Remember frugal Florida? It’s disappearing fast. Household spending jumped 5% Florida this past year, the biggest surge in the United States, according to government data released Tuesday morning. The next-highest increases came in Oregon and Colorado, both up 4.9 %. Household spending in ... » Learn More about Household spending in Florida has jumped
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Your October Home Checklist
The foliage is falling, the farmer’s markets are bustling as well as the cozy comforts of home beckon - it has to be October. Make the most of this month’s bountiful harvest, get some exercise raking leaves while in the brisk air and button down your home when preparing for winter. Then sit back, ... » Learn More about Your October Home Checklist
Indications of a Ghost in Your Home
With Halloween coming soon, ghosts are on our minds. But are additionally in the walls? In some states, home sellers are required to disclose "psychological impacts" which have taken place in their home, which can include paranormal activity. How can you determine if your house is haunted? Here are ... » Learn More about Indications of a Ghost in Your Home
Outdoor Projects Pay off at time of selling
Property owners may wish to focus more of their remodeling dollars on boosting curb appeal. Outdoor remodeling projects not only offer some of the highest returns at resale, they can also increase the happiness of home owners who will be staying put in their homes, according to the 2016 Remodeling ... » Learn More about Outdoor Projects Pay off at time of selling
Mortgage fraud rate rising annually, report indicates
Property analytics provider CoreLogic released its annual mortgage fraud trend report this month, showing fraudulent activity was up marginally in the second quarter of this year compared to the same period last year. The report reveals that 12,718 applications (0.7 %) of U.S. mortgage applications ... » Learn More about Mortgage fraud rate rising annually, report indicates