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February
11

There's no perfect time to buy a home – every market has trade-offs. If you're ready and can afford it, lean on a pro to make the most of current trends.

NEW YORK — It's easy to get caught up in the idea of waiting for the perfect moment to make your move — especially in today's market. Maybe you're holding out and hoping mortgage rates will drop, or that home prices will fall. But here's what you need to realize: trying to time the market rarely works. And here's why.

There is no perfect market

No matter when you buy, there's always some be...

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May
21

The bill, which was a 2024 Florida Realtors legislative priority, also includes changes to the Live Local Act. Hometown Heroes Housing Program funding begins July 1.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill revising 2023's Live Local Act, providing an additional $100 million to the Hometown Heroes Housing Program (HHHP) for zero-interest downpayment and closing cost assistance home loans to fulltime employed Floridians who meet income requirements.

The HHHP financial boost injects new funding into a program that was so successful when it launched that funding was depleted in under two months. The new HHHP funding will be available after July 1.

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September
26

Owning a home is a dream for many people, and for good reason. There are many benefits to home ownership, both financial and personal.

Financial benefits

  • Build equity: Equity is the difference between the fair market value of your home and the amount you owe on your mortgage. As you pay down your mortgage and as your home value increases, you build equity. Equity can be used to finance home improvements, start a business, or even pay for your child's college education.
  • Tax benefits: Homeowners can deduct certain mortgage interest and property taxes from their federal income taxes. This can save you a significant amo...

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