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07/11/2013 Florida Realtors News

TODAY'S TOP STORIES

Fla. consumer advocate to examine homeowner claims

Robin Smith Westcott says that consumers should not be "victimized" by poor claims handling or by those seeking to exploit homeowners following a loss. Read more.


Foreclosures down 14% in June, lowest in 6.5 years

RealtyTrac: Fla. foreclosure starts down 26% in June, but number of scheduled auctions increased 100%. State still leads the nation in foreclosure rates. Read more.


Census Bureau: Median home prices up 2.3% in 2011

Data about 2011 released today is old but extensive. American Housing Survey shows why people move, when they make repairs and other trends. Read more.


Small-business owners too wary of web marketing

Expert: Many small owners think (incorrectly) that a comprehensive Internet marketing plan is lots of work and primarily for big companies. Read more.


AROUND FLORIDA

Largo: RV park developer offers relocation funds
Haines City: Gov. Scott visits, mentions Amazon
Manatee County: Property values on the rise
Escambia County: Decision on 4-H land buy due
Miami: City to decide fate of Miami Marine Stadium

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