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New Anti-Squatter Law Helps Protect Private Property Rights
A new law will become effective on July 1, 2024, that will help homeowners remove illegal squatters from property they own. It is intended t
Rene Raymond
May 20, 20242 min read


Fannie Mae (FNMA) Changes Multi-Family LTV Ratios
FNMA Fannie Mae changes multi-family LTV ratios to 95%
Rene Raymond
Oct 10, 20231 min read


Property Management Made Simple
Managing a short-term rental (STR) property, like an Airbnb or Vrbo, can require a lot of knowledge and preparation. Luckily, we pride...
Rene Raymond
Oct 10, 20233 min read


Walk-In Tubs, Home Modifications For Seniors in South Florida
Safety and personal care are basic needs that can sometimes be overlooked when it comes to seniors who choose to "age in place" at home...
Rene Raymond
Aug 8, 20231 min read


New Legislation Restricts Foreign Buyers In Florida
On July 1, 2023 Florida Senate Bill 264 goes into effect, prohibiting Chinese citizens, along with foreign nationals of Russia, Cuba,...
Rene Raymond
Jun 23, 20231 min read


New Down Payment Assistance For Florida Residents
Hometown Heroes Program expands to all occupations in Florida.
Rene Raymond
May 31, 20231 min read


Investors Optimistic That US Debt Limit Will Be Raised
What could happen if the US runs out of money to pay it's debts?
Rene Raymond
May 25, 20231 min read


Best Places To Buy A House In Broward County To Avoid Sea Level Rise
The areas in Broward County, Florida with the highest elevation levels
Rene Raymond
Apr 28, 20231 min read


How Overdevelopment Can Lead To Increased Flooding
Overdevelopment in a city can lead to increased flooding in several ways.
Rene Raymond
Apr 28, 20231 min read


$711M Affordable Housing Bill Signed Into Law
$711M in funding allocated for affordable housing programs will supersede local zoning, height and density requirements.
Rene Raymond
Mar 30, 20231 min read


Best Places To Buy A House In Miami-Dade To Avoid Sea Level Rise
Highest elevation places in Miami-Dade County
Rene Raymond
Mar 30, 20232 min read

Failing Banks Could Mean Higher Home Prices
The effect of failing banks on the housing market in South Florida.
Rene Raymond
Mar 14, 20231 min read


Mortgage Rates Continue To Drop
According to the data released this week by Freddie Mac, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate decreased to 6.27% from 7.08% six weeks ago.
Rene Raymond
Dec 23, 20221 min read

Mortgages Rise To Highest Rates Since 2008
According to the data released by Freddie Mac this week, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate is up to 6.02%, the highest since 2008....
Rene Raymond
Sep 17, 20221 min read


Rising Rates Slow Home Sales, But Median Prices Continue To Rise
The Fed raised interest rates by 75 basis points in the last week of July matching the previous hike in June. The Fed is on a mission to...
Rene Raymond
Aug 7, 20221 min read


South Florida Rent Surge Prompts New Regulations
South Florida rent surge is the highest in the nation, prompting new regulations to protect renters.
Rene Raymond
May 4, 20221 min read


Things to do in South Florida
Things to do in South Florida
Rene Raymond
Mar 16, 20221 min read


Key Questions to Ask Before Buying a Condo in Florida
Important questions to ask when buying a condo
Rene Raymond
Feb 9, 20221 min read


South Florida's Rising Population
South Florida's Rising Population
Rene Raymond
Jan 3, 20221 min read


Key Questions to Ask When Buying a Single Family Home
Important Questions to Ask When Buying a Home
Rene Raymond
Jan 2, 20221 min read
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