by Heather | Dec 17, 2012 | C.A.R., TSBOR, TSMLS
Talking Points Homeowners should be wary of anyone selling home security systems door-to-door. According to the state Dept. of Consumer Affairs, the salesperson could be breaking the law and trying to scam homeowners. The department warns homeowners that anyone...
by Heather | Dec 13, 2012 | NAR, TSBOR
NAR has issued a Call-for-Action asking Congress to preserve the mortgage interest deduction as is. Congress, as part of negotiations on avoiding the “Fiscal Cliff,” has made direct references to “closing loopholes” and “limiting...
by Heather | Dec 12, 2012 | C.A.R., TSMLS
by Heather | Dec 11, 2012 | TSMLS
The following TSMLS rule changes will go into effect January 1, 2013: The Active Contingent status will no longer be available; all listings with the Active Contingent status must be changed to Contingent with the sub status of Short Sale. 7.28 Short Sale (Lender...
by Heather | Dec 10, 2012 | C.A.R., TSBOR, TSMLS
Talking Points Although real estate is local, in general, there are at least five significant contributors to rising prices: Housing affordability, increasing housing formation, rising rents, low inventory, and limited supply of distressed sales. Housing affordability...
