Many homebuyers desire the lifestyle offered by master planned communities, particularly in Tampa. A master planned community has amenities and facilities that are not present in many residential subdivisions. While some subdivision…
Category: Market Trends
Mortgage Loans — 14 Banks Told to Reform Practices
Fourteen mortgage banks and two mortgage-related firms were issued enforcement orders by the Federal Reserve Board and the Office of Thrift Supervision to audit their policies and practices on mortgage loans and…
Tampa Homes for Sale Topped the Florida Market in February
Existing homes for sale in Tampa were among the most sought after in Florida in February as the Tampa metro area posted the highest number of pre-owned single-family units sold during the…
Financial Help for Owners of Troubled Florida Homes
If you’re underemployed or unemployed and you’re looking for a way to lighten your mortgage load while you’re searching for a better job, then the launching of the Florida Hardest Hit Fund…
Tampa Is One of Ten Best Cities to Buy a Vacation Home
Consider Tampa when looking for a city to buy a vacation home. Leisure travel organization AAA considers Tampa as among the best vacation destinations and real estate firm Trulia points to Tampa…
Are There Alternatives to State Farm Home Insurance in Florida?
News reports on the increase in home insurance rates by State Farm Insurance in Florida prompted strong reactions from homeowners, as seen in the comment sections of news websites. State Farm Insurance…
More British Airways Flights to Tampa from London Gatwick Airport
More people in the UK must be going to Tampa because British Airways has increased its flights to Tampa from London Gatwick Airport, the second largest international airport in London and the…
Affordable Tampa Homes in Top Vacation Spots
Simple living, affordable living, frugal living, smart living – these words have entered the consciousness of the mainstream sector. They even have become fashionable, as simple living is associated with sustainable living,…
Payment Trends for Home Loans Improved in 2010
More mortgage borrowers were able to make their monthly home loan payments in the fourth quarter of 2010 compared to previous quarters, according to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency…
February Home Sales Characterized by Low Home Prices, Cash Purchases
Total sales of existing homes in February dropped, according to the National Association of Realtors, so let’s look at other real estate figures that are more encouraging: 1. More cash sales Cash…