After I was able to get past all of the Anthony Weiner headlines this week, I saw three about current economic conditions in South Florida. Individually I might have ignored them – but three in one week caught my eye: 1. Florida unemployment claims down “Florida is one of nine states that saw initial unemployment claims drop by […]
Is South Florida Heading Into an Economic Recovery?
Hurricane Season is here again! What should you do to prepare?
The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30. According to the National Hurricane Center’s website, “History teaches that a lack of hurricane awareness and preparation are common threads among all major hurricane disasters. By knowing your vulnerability and what actions you should take, you can reduce the effects of a hurricane disaster.” […]
April is National Water Conservation Month
April is National Water Conservation month. This is particularly important in South Florida where we are experiencing the driest “dry season” in 80 years. What can we do to observe Water Conservation Month and to conserve water all year long? First and most important, follow the emergency Water Shortage Order effective March 26th: “A two-day-a-week […]
New Short Sale Disclosures From MARS
No, not that Mars. I am talking about the new short sale disclosure requirement that comes from the Federal Trade Commission’s January 31st ruling on parts of the Mortgage Assistance Relief Services (MARS). On February 23, the National Association of Realtors published a summary of the ruling and their recommendations in a report titled “New FTC Rule Requires […]
Short Sale and Foreclosure Listings Down in My Miami
Today in my geographic market – which runs from the northern edge of Downtown Miami, through Brickell, Coconut Grove, South Miami, Downtown Kendall & Dadeland, Pinecrest and Palmetto Bay – there are currently 2964 condominiums and townhouses listed for sale on the MLS. Of those, 480 are listed as Short Sales and another 72 as “REO’s” […]