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Public Policy Update May 3, 2024

By Kymberly Franklin posted 5 hours ago
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May 3, 2024 Public Policy Update Hello everyone. If you have been following these weekly updates and/or have had a chance to participate in one of our stops on the Homegrown Advocacy Tour , then you should be well aware of the new anti-squatter bill that was recently signed into law. We actually got several questions about the new law (in addition to lots of applause) while on the tour and thought it might be helpful to put together an infographic that lays out the important parts of the bill. As the graphic indicates, the important parts to remember are the conditions that have to be met for the local sheriff to take action, and ...
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Our condolences to the loved ones of Tracy Dix

By Kymberly Franklin posted 5 hours ago
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Our condolences to the loved ones of Tracy Dix It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of Tracy Dix, a cherished member of the Brevard County real estate community. Tracy's 21-year tenure with the Space Coast Association of Realtors was marked by dedication and success, earning her respect and admiration from colleagues and clients alike. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Tracy's love for the ocean, lobstering, fishing, and boating defined her vibrant spirit. Her heart belonged to the Florida Keys and Blowing Rock, NC, where she found solace and joy. Family meant everything to Tracy, especially her precious grandkids, ...
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Brevard County Implements Burn Ban May 8 2024

By Kymberly Franklin posted 5 hours ago
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Brevard County Implements Burn Ban BREVARD COUNTY, FL. -- Due to ongoing dry weather conditions Brevard County is favorable to the risk of wildfires, Brevard County has implemented a ban on open burning, such as bonfires, campfires, trash burning and other incineration, throughout the county. The Keetch-Byram Drought Index (KBDI) has topped 500 (out of a scale of 800), due to the dry conditions and little rain in the forecast. Under a County ordinance approved in 2017, the burn ban automatically goes into effect. The burn ban does not include state-permitted burns, the use of barbecue grills, authorized public fireworks displays and fireworks sales, ...
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2025 National Association of REALTORS Committee Applications Are Open!

By Kymberly Franklin posted 2 days ago
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2025 Committee Applications Are Now Open! Apply now (link is external) for an NAR committee and help shape the direction of your National Association of REALTORS®. The application portal is open March 1 to May 15, 2024. You are encouraged to submit multiple applications (up to five) in order to be considered for all committees you have an interest in serving on; however, members will only receive one appointment, per current policy. Applications are compiled for review by NAR Officers during the NAR committee selection process. Create or edit your expertise profile (link is external) (requires ...
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Florida Realtors - New Anti-Squatter Law Helps Protect Private Property Rights

By Kymberly Franklin posted 5 days ago
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Florida Realtors - New Anti-Squatter Law Helps Protect Private Property Rights A new law will become effective on July 1, 2024, that will help homeowners remove illegal squatters from property they own. It is intended to help owners reclaim their property quickly as long as certain conditions apply. Conditions: These conditions outline the requirements for requesting the immediate removal of a squatter from a home in Florida: 1) The requester must be the property owner or an authorized agent of the property owner. 2) The property being occupied includes a residential dwelling. ...
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What Buyers REALLY Want to See on Your Real Estate Website

By Kymberly Franklin posted 5 days ago
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What Buyers REALLY Want to See on Your Real Estate Website What are prospective home buyers looking for when they come to your real estate website? NAR's 2024 Generational Trends Report sheds some light on the matter. The annual survey asked buyers who use the internet which website features they find most useful. Today, we're going to dive into what the research shows. You can use this information when researching new website vendors or evaluating how your current site measures up. Let's dive in! Below are website features that buyers rate as "very useful" during their home search process, ranked from most to least important. Most ...
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Florida Realtors Public Policy Update April 26, 2024

By Kymberly Franklin posted 9 days ago
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April 26, 2024 Public Policy Update Florida Realtors President Gia Arvin (far left) joins CFO Jimmy Patronis and others for an insurance roundtable on Thursday. Hello everyone. This was certainly a news-filled week that we are excited to catch you up on. First and foremost, as you can see in the image above, your own 2024 Florida Realtors President, Gia Arvin, was invited to participate in CFO Jimmy Patronis’ Putting Policyholders First Roundtable yesterday. She was joined by state legislators, insurance industry leaders, regulators, and other stakeholders who have been working to make Florida’s insurance market healthy ...
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How RPR Commercial Provides Value for REALTORS®

By Kymberly Franklin posted 9 days ago
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How RPR Commercial Provides Value for REALTORS® There’s a lot of talk right now about “value” as it pertains to the business of real estate. As in, what value do REALTORS ® bring to the table? For REALTORS ® navigating the complex landscape of commercial and land transactions, having a centralized database that seamlessly integrates all these aspects is invaluable. Enter RPR, your Realtors Property Resource. RPR is a game-changing platform that combines ease of use with unparalleled access to a wealth of data, and all at no extra cost to users, because it’s included in your National Association of REALTOR ® member ...
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Our condolences to the loved ones of Michael Patrick LaRocque

By Kymberly Franklin posted 13 days ago
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Our condolences to the loved ones of Michael Patrick LaRocque   It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Patrick LaRocque, a valued member of the Space Coast Association of Realtors for 24 years. Michael was a dedicated and passionate real estate professional who was highly respected by his colleagues and clients alike. He was known for his expertise in the industry and his unwavering commitment to providing exceptional service to his clients. He is survived by his 5 children, Sophia LaRocque, Emily LaRocque, Olivia LaRocque, Kage Walker and Paetynn Bancroft; by the mother of his children, Stacey LaRocque; by his sister and ...
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Brevard County Housing Statistics: Q1 2024

By Kymberly Franklin posted 13 days ago
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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 Q1 2024: Closed Sales are down -7.6% for Q1 2024 in which the number of units closed was 668 compared to 679 in Q1 2023, with a decrease in cash sales of -1.6%. New Pending Sales are down -3.8% and New Listings are up 19.8%. The Median Sales Price for Brevard Single Family homes is up 7.1% to $375,000 compared to a year ago, which was $350,000. ...
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Business Rent Tax Reduction Set for June

By Kymberly Franklin posted 16 days ago
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Business Rent Tax Reduction Set for June A cut in the state’s commercial lease sales tax, from 4.5% to 2.0%, will begin on June 1, weeks earlier than originally expected. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Business owners will see an earlier-than-anticipated reduction to the state’s lease tax, beginning in June rather than July, state leaders said. Florida’s commercial lease sales tax rate, also known as the Business Rent Tax, will be reduced from 4.5% to 2.0%, providing Florida employers with at least an estimated $1 billion in tax relief beginning June 1, FloridaCommerce said. The 2.5% reduction was originally slated to begin July 1. “By slashing Florida’s ...
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Florida Realtors Public Policy Report April 19, 2024

By Kymberly Franklin posted 19 days ago
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Public Policy Update Quick reminder that we still have our Call for Action ongoing regarding the veto of SB 280 – Vacation Rentals. This is the bill that passed this session that, if signed, would have a long-lasting, detrimental impact on the state’s tourism industry and would completely trample the rights of thousands upon thousands of property owners in the state. Governor DeSantis hasn’t received the bill yet, but it’s important that we keep the emails coming into his office so that when he does, he can’t get that veto pen out fast enough. So please, if you have not already taken action and emailed him, please do so by going here . It’s a ...
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Member Benefits: Real Marketing and Blue Attic Posts

By Kymberly Franklin posted 19 days ago
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Two of the many Member Benefits the Space Coast Association of Realtors offers its Members is the Real Marketing E-blast and Blue Attic Posts. These are very popular benefits! Market your business to our Association Members in real time forum with the Eblasts or sell items (like a Facebook Marketplace) on the Blue Attic forum. 2 (two) FREE E-Blast posts a month and Unlimited Blue Attic posts! Real Marketing is B usiness related. (pertains to your membership specialty, realtor, photographer, home staging etc.) Blue Attic is Selling/Buying Stuff. (Like a Realtor Craigslist/Marketplace) ...
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Trademark Use on Social Media

By Kymberly Franklin posted 20 days ago
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Trademark Use on Social Media These resources can help address complaints about the misuse of the REALTOR® marks on the Internet, specifically for usernames on social media sites such as Twitter and Facebook. Social Media Trademark FAQs explains the use of the REALTOR® trademark and logo across social media. What's Your Username? educates members on the proper use of the REALTOR® marks in usernames on social media. Associations can include the article on websites, newsletters, or other publications. Video: Maintaining the REALTOR® Brand for the Next 100 Years reviews important rules so members and associations are using the REALTOR® marks ...
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Existing-Home Sales Descended 4.3% in March

By Kymberly Franklin posted 20 days ago
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Existing-Home Sales Descended 4.3% in March Full article here Key Highlights Existing-home sales retreated 4.3% in March to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.19 million. Sales fell 3.7% from the previous year. The median existing-home sales price rose 4.8% from March 2023 to $393,500 – the ninth consecutive month of year-over-year price gains and the highest price ever for the month of March. The inventory of unsold existing homes grew 4.7% from one month ago to 1.11 million at the end of March, or the equivalent of 3.2 months' supply at the current monthly sales pace. See and share this ...
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Brevard County Housing Statistics March 2024

By Kymberly Franklin posted 20 days ago
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Palm Shores, FL -- March 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 March 2024: Closed Sales are down -9.7% for March 2024 in which the number of units closed was 931 compared to 1,031 in March 2023, with ...
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What's Hot In Commercial Real Estate

By Kymberly Franklin posted 26 days ago
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What's Hot In Commercial Real Estate Goodwin Procter, one of the largest law firms in the world, said commercial real estate is ready to rebound. Rate cuts will boost real estate development. WASHINGTON – AI, operational real estate and office conversions are among the commercial real estate trends grabbing Goodwin's attention ahead of our annual Real Estate Capital Markets (RECM) conference. Brighter days could be coming for the commercial real estate industry after a cooldown in recent years. Private real estate investment funds remain highly attractive to investors globally, with 39% of them intending to put more money into private real ...
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April is Fair Housing Month check out the Fair Housing Month Toolkit

By Kymberly Franklin posted 28 days ago
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Fair Housing Month Toolkit Fair Housing Month signifies a recommitment to advancing equitable opportunities and expanding homeownership. Download the following resources listed below to help state and local associations commemorate Fair Housing Month: 2024 Fair Housing Month Poster Website Primary Image Social Media Graphics Social Media Cover Images X (formerly known as Twitter) Posts Digital Banner Ads Email Graphics Photofy Social Assets Fair Housing Month Proclamation Fair Housing Activities ...
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Your NEWEST MEMBER BENEFIT IS LIVE! Down Payment Resource

By Kymberly Franklin posted 29 days ago
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At Space Coast Association of REALTORS, we're committed to providing our members with the best tools and resources to help them succeed in their careers. That's why we're thrilled to introduce our latest member benefit: Down Payment Resource. With Down Payment Resource, you now have access to a powerful tool that can help your clients overcome the biggest hurdle to homeownership: the down payment. This innovative platform helps you identify all available down payment assistance programs in your area, so you can provide your clients with a comprehensive list of options that can help them save money and achieve their homeownership dreams. And ...
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Congratulations on Your Retirement, Annette Richard, Membership Director Space Coast Assoc. of REALTORS

By Kymberly Franklin posted 29 days ago
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We invite you to join us in celebrating the remarkable career of our Membership Director, Annette Richard, as she embarks on a well-deserved retirement. Annette's journey with us began 37 years ago in the membership department, and her dedication and hard work led her to take on the role of MLS director shortly after. Over the years, Annette successfully managed both the reception and MLS departments simultaneously before transitioning back to the membership department and also taking on the responsibilities of the billing department. Annette's impact was truly felt in the membership department, where she oversaw the growth of our members quickly ...
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