Space Coast Association of REATLORS® Blogs

Your 2024 Board of Directors Election Results are In!!!

By Kymberly Franklin posted 4 hours ago
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2024 Board of Directors Election Results September 12, 2024 On behalf of our Board of Directors, we'd like to thank those of you that voted in our Board of Directors Election, THANK YOU! There were 5,144 REALTOR® members eligible to vote. Our Bylaws require 10% of the members to sign in for the vote, which would be 514 REALTOR® members. We are pleased to announce that we met our quorum to do business with 13% of members signing in to vote. Based on the current make up of the board this year, we had seven (7) candidates for your consideration, and four (4) vacancies to fill, all of which must be Broker/Owners ...
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Latest Member Benefit: Offer Manager by ShowingTime

By Kymberly Franklin posted yesterday
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Get ready to take advantage of your latest exciting member benefit that will be available to you September 17th: Offer Manager by ShowingTime. This powerful tool helps improve efficiency and communication during the offer process, one of the most important steps in the home buying journey. Both listing and buyer’s agents can take advantage of the flexibility and ease Offer Manager provides. Benefits for Buyer’s Agents: Submit Offers via the MLS – Click the green arrow on the MLS listing to submit your offer to the listing agent. Offer Received Read-Receipt – You will automatically receive a date/time-stamped read-receipt ...
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Forewarn: Member Benefit Offers Instant Background Checks

By Kymberly Franklin posted 14 days ago
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Forewarn: New Member Benefit Offers Instant Background Checks Use Forewarn on your phone or desktop to validate information provided by potential clients — and help protect your safety. CLICK HERE TO ACTIVATE YOUR FOREWARN SUBSCRIPTION This new benefit is available NOW! Forewarn® , a risk assessment due diligence tool that provides users with search results WITHIN SECONDS, is available FREE to all 238,000 Florida Realtors® members. Available both online and through a mobile application, Forewarn analyzes billions of data points and provides users with the ability to mitigate risks by verifying identities and validating information provided ...
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Space Coast MLS Tip: Updates to Search Filters on iOS App

By Kymberly Franklin posted 15 days ago
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Updates to Search Filters on iOS App As FLEX continues to improve the way you search for listings in Flexmls, they are focused on enhancing our mobile platforms to give you an easy and more intuitive search experience. They are excited to share some new updates that will be available for iOS. When is this live? This change will go live on August 27, 2024 in the Flexmls for Real Estate Pros iOS app. If you don’t see filtering updates, look out for an available app update. What is changing? Filters will now be grouped into sections based on relevance. For example, template-defined location fields are conveniently grouped together at the ...
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Our own Realtor® Champion Pat Weeks was sworn in as the Cocoa City Council person representing District 3

By Kymberly Franklin posted 15 days ago
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We are thrilled to announce that our esteemed Realtor member, Patricia Weeks, was officially sworn in this past week as the Cocoa City Council representative for District 3. This significant achievement not only marks a milestone in Pat's career but also highlights her unwavering commitment to Realtor issues that resonate deeply within our community. As a Realtor Champion, Pat embodies the values we advocate for homeownership, private property rights, and a thriving real estate market. Her dedication to these principles positions her as a vital voice in local governance, ensuring that our industry's interests are represented and prioritized. ...
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Space Coast MLS Photo Rule Clarifications

By Kymberly Franklin posted 16 days ago
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We are seeing a recent uptick in Photo fines, particularly for Primary Photo infractions so we wanted to make sure everyone reviews the Photo rule and we have provided a few clarifications and notes about the rules. Please review the Photo Rule below as well as the associated fines. Things to NOTE : Photo violation fines are immediate (Fines may be disputed before the MLS Committee, if you receive a fine and you wish to dispute – please contact MLS@space321.com to request a Dispute package) In the rule, “view from the dwelling” means a view to the outside from the dwelling (could be taken from inside the home or from the front door, ...
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Everything Brevard: REALTORS® Help Realize Ownership Dreams

By Kymberly Franklin posted 17 days ago
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REALTORS® Help Realize Ownership Dreams The digital magazine is available at this link: https://view.flipdocs.com/?ID=10020483_492627 The SCAR article is on page 61 of the magazine. This is the Facebook link: https://www.everythingbrevard.com/blog/realtors-help-realize-ownership-dreams And the Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/C9Fy5gmu2sv/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== By Space Coast Association of REALTORS® Space Coast Association of REALTORS® is a 5,200 member strong organization celebrating 65 years serving as the trusted voice of real estate on the Space ...
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FR: Public Policy Update: August 23, 2024

By Kymberly Franklin posted 18 days ago
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August 23 2024 Public Policy Update Hello everyone. Your public policy team is in Orlando this week for Florida Realtors Annual Convention & Trade Expo , and it’s been great seeing and connecting with so many of you. We had a really fascinating Realtor Party Town Hall this morning featuring two former presidential advisors in Karl Rove and David Plouffe. The town hall was live streamed, so if you were not here in attendance, I hope you had a chance to tune in online. Rove has some uncannily accurate impersonations and both speakers shared some really powerful stories and insights into their time serving presidents Bush and Obama, respectively. ...
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Brevard County MLS Statistics Report for July 2024

By Kymberly Franklin posted 23 days ago
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For immediate release: Palm Shores, FL -- July 2024 Brevard County housing statistics report for Single-Family homes and Townhouses/Condos provided by Space Coast Association of REALTORS®, the voice for real estate in Brevard County. You will find monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports of Brevard County Sales, detailed by Single Family Homes and Townhouses/Condos, on our website. In addition, there are Yearly Distressed Market Summaries for both types of properties. A quick recap of the Brevard County Residential Report for July 2024: Closed Sales are up 19.0% for July 2024 in which the number of units closed was 994 ...
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NAR: International Transactions in U.S. Residential Real Estate

By Kymberly Franklin posted 24 days ago
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International Transactions in U.S. Residential Real Estate Download PDF As the largest economy in the world and a land of immigrants, the United States (U.S.) attracts people from across the globe who want to live, work, and study here. International clients are an important market niche served by REALTORS®. Since 2009, the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) has conducted an annual survey of its members to measure the volume of U.S. residential real estate transactions with international clients, gather information on the origin, destination, and buying preferences of international clients, ...
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2025 Holiday Calendars are now available for purchase!

By Kymberly Franklin posted 24 days ago
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2025 CALENDARS FOR SALE! 2025 Holiday Calendars are now available for purchase! With the holidays just around the corner, these calendars make the perfect gift for family, friends, and colleagues. So, spread some holiday cheer and order your boxes today. You won't regret it! We will invoice your account the time of ordering. Order now while supplies last! To place your order, simply send an email to memberservices@space321.com with your Order by Calendar # ( 'C' # above the image) and Quantity (# of boxes). Sold by boxes of 100 only. $52.00 per box of 100 Size 3 ½” x 6” Tear- Off Sheet Style Calendar with Peel and Stick ...
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8 Steps to A Smooth Global Transaction

By Kymberly Franklin posted 24 days ago
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🌎 8 Steps to A Smooth Global Transaction If you're a foreign buyer who's looking to purchase property in Florida, here are a few things you should consider to facilitate a smoother transaction. 👉Consider how to buy. You can purchase the property as an individual or through a legal entity, such as a limited liability corporation (LLC). If you choose an LLC, it could protect the property from estate and gift taxes and limit liability if an accident occurs. But every situation is different. Consult a tax attorney before making a final decision. 👉Decide how to pay. Do you plan to obtain a mortgage or pay cash? You may find U.S. ...
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Space Coast MLS Tip: Driving Directions In Flexmls

By Kymberly Franklin posted 25 days ago
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MLS Tip: Driving Directions In Flexmls Don’t get lost when you’re out and about showing listings! In this recording, we’ll teach you how to select listings and use the Flexmls map to plot driving directions using Google Maps. Additionally, see how to use listing collections to get turn-by-turn driving directions that can be used from the Flexmls mobile app. Learn More
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Press Release: Space Coast Association of REALTORS Reminds Members and Consumers of NAR Practice Change Implementation on August 15, 2024

By Kymberly Franklin posted 28 days ago
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MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS For further information contact: Kymi Franklin, Communications Director Communications@Space321.com For Immediate Release Space Coast Association of REALTORS Reminds Members and Consumers of NAR Practice Change Implementation on August 15, 2024 Palm Shores, FL (August 15, 2024) - Space Coast Association of REALTORS reminds members, real estate professionals, and consumers that on August 15, 2024 the practice changes following the National Association of REALTORS Settlement Agreement that would resolve claims brought on behalf ...
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Florida Realtors Unveils 'Keeping It Real' Toolkit

By Kymberly Franklin posted 08-13-2024
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Florida Realtors Unveils 'Keeping It Real' Toolkit The Florida Realtors “Keeping It Real” consumer-marketing campaign provides materials for members to showcase their expertise and the value of working with a Realtor. ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida Realtors® has developed a digital marketing campaign toolkit for members to shine a spotlight on the amazing work Realtors® do and the invaluable role they play in every real estate transaction. The “Keeping It Real” campaign provides members with digital materials, including social media graphics and videos with suggested text, to help members create online messaging for consumers – potential buyers and ...
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Boil Water Notice-Mims Area Thursday, AUG 8

By Kymberly Franklin posted 08-08-2024
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Boil Water Notice-Mims Area MIMS, FL. -- A precautionary boil water notice has been issued for residents of the Mims water service area living on 2300-2500 Harry T Moore Ave., Cherry St., Tyler, Carver St., Davis St., Correll Cir., 2300-2290 Railroad Ave., Davis St., Jefferson St., Ricard St., Main St., 2560- 3016 Mitchell Ave., and the Willow Lakes Subdivision. A water main break has occurred near Mitchell Ave. and Ricard St. in the Mims water service area. As a precaution, we advise that all water used for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth, or washing dishes be boiled. A rolling boil of one minute is sufficient. As an ...
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Florida Realtors Disaster Relief Fund Opens

By Kymberly Franklin posted 08-06-2024
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Florida Realtors Disaster Relief Fund Opens Hurricane Debby made landfall in Florida’s Big Bend region on Monday morning near the 2023 landfall of Hurricane Idalia. Flooding and storm surge damage is expected. Florida Realtors Disaster Relief Fund: There When You Need It Realtors helping others in times of need is what this charity is all about. Learn how to give and receive. ORLANDO, Fla. – The Florida Realtors® Disaster Relief Fund began accepting applications Monday as Hurricane Debby dumped inches of rain in already-drenched areas, leaving the potential for catastrophic flooding and storm surge. The ...
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Space Coast MLS Tip: Coffee Break: Quick Statistics for Search Results

By Kymberly Franklin posted 08-02-2024
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Coffee Break: Quick Statistics for Search Results Have you ever run a search, looked at the results, and wondered: what’s the average list price for these search results or how many of the sold listings were on the market for more than 90 days? Find out how you can do exactly by using the Stats tab in Flexmls. Coffee Break: Quick Statistics for Search Results - Flexmls Platform by FBS
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City of Melbourne: Zoning Board of Adjustment Seeking New Members

By Kymberly Franklin posted 07-25-2024
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Zoning Board of Adjustment Seeking New Members The City of Melbourne is currently seeking new members to join the Zoning Board of Adjustment . The Zoning Board of Adjustment considers appeals in the enforcement of the Zoning Code and authorizes a variance from the terms of the Zoning Code in specific cases. Members must be City of Melbourne residents. Meetings are scheduled on the last Monday of every month at 6:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber, 900 E. Strawbridge Avenue. Meetings are canceled when no applications are received. For more information, and to apply, visit https://www.melbourneflorida.org/about/municipal-boards ...
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June 2024 REALTORS Confidence Index

By Kymberly Franklin posted 07-24-2024
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REALTORS® Confidence Index Download PDF Key Findings Days on market fall to 22 days from 24; sellers received an average of 2.9 offers; 29% of homes sold above the list price. The Market Outlook from the REALTORS® Confidence Index for buyers declined slightly but is up for sellers: 13% of respondents expect a year-over-year increase in buyer traffic in the next three months, down from 20% one month ago and down from 15% one year ago. 17% of respondents expect a year-over-year increase in seller traffic in the next three months, down from 21% last month but up from 12% one year ago. With supply still limited ...
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