“Investor” covers many types of buyers, but their ability to offer cash helps them gain a foothold in a type of investment largely unaffected by the pandemic.

A new real estate investment option in Denver may appeal to investors who don’t want to pay capital gains on a sale, but who are also tired of working as a landlord.

Refi demand surged last year, but banks started tightening their credit standards as nonbank lenders aggressively courted buyers and existing homeowners.

Teachers, firefighters, EMTs and police can buy HUD homes at half price within seven days of posting. Few exist now, but the number will likely grow post-foreclosure ban.

Fla. has the most types of termites in the continental U.S. – 21 established species and some invasive ones spreading, a “new norm in terms of potential termite damage.”

Many buyers consider size an important element when shopping for a home, but it’s not an exact science – another reason to have an inspection when under contract.

More Fla. homeowners facing rising costs or dropped coverage from their private insurance firm are turning to Citizens, the state-owned “insurer of last resort.”

The Home Sentiment Index rose 5.2 points to 81.7 this month, “nearly reaching pre-pandemic levels,” finding that more owners consider it a good time to sell. However, even the number of optimistic buyers rose a bit: Attitudes about mortgage rates were the only notable decline.

Fair Housing Month: NAR says a commitment to equality makes good business sense, furthers compliance with existing laws and promotes a culture that welcomes everyone.

Every correctly priced listing today will likely attract offers, but a mid-week listing may give buyers the optimal amount of time they need to visit and make an offer.

It’s not always easy to pick and move to a new location, and many boomers relocating to Fla. convince their Northern friends to join them.

While indoor areas should be disinfected following a confirmed infection, soap and water work fine the rest of the time. But masks and hand washing are still important.

The fiscal year 2022 “Discretionary Funding Request” is a wish list, but it indicates priorities. The latest requests $68.7B for HUD, an increase of $9B over last year.

The Legislature passed and Gov. DeSantis signed a new law that raises the bar for consumers who allege they got infected by COVID-19 at a Fla. business. And businesses have new protections if they’ve made a good-faith effort to comply with government guidelines.