Collier County Commissioners repeal 60-day rent increase ordinance

The Collier County ordinance that said landlords had to provide a 60-day notice to renters if they planned to increase the rent by 5% or more has been repealed. The board of commissioners voted Tuesday to repeal the ordinance less than a year after it was passed in October. The repeal passed 4-1. In

Homeowners: File Now for Homestead Exemption

Last year’s homebuyers can submit homestead exemption applications before March 1 – their once-per-year chance to apply for up to a $50K property tax reduction. ORLANDO, Fla. – New homeowners – and especially first-time homeowners – can lower their home’s estimated value for tax purposes by up to

Home Price Affordability Is Shifting – Where?

With affordability a current driver for both housing demand and supply, some analysts expect Midwest housing markets to draw buyers’ attention in 2023. CONYERS, Ga. – Single-family home and condo prices peaked in May. Buyers are looking for bargains after the boom. You’re undoubtedly well aware t

Conventional Loan Limit

2023’s New Conventional Loan Limit: $726,200 By Kerry Smith FHFA announced new conforming loan limits for 2023, and most buyers can borrow up to $726.2K without a jumbo loan – and it’s over $1M in some areas. WASHINGTON – Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac – which back a majority of U.S. home loans – h