New Florida laws become effective July 1

"A few new Florida laws – ones passed by the Florida Legislature – have an effective date of July 1 and go into effect on Monday."

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Eclectic ideas for old doors…

"With imagination and elbow grease, you can transform that old door into a one-of-a-kind piece that’s both useful and beautiful."

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Presentation is…

"For many sellers, the word “staging” conjures images of an out-of-reach home in an upscale design catalogue with a giant price tag…The reality is, most sellers would benefit from at least some level of staging. And staging doesn’t have to involve a high-end designer who takes over your home, removes all your stuff and completely transforms it. "

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Alarming but not devastating…

"Most analysts don’t expect higher interest rates to hurt the housing recovery, though they do believe rising rates will help tamp down home-price increases."

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DIY retreat…

Build your own cabana…

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Florida Realtors advises homeowners to take summer holiday safety precautions…

"To fully enjoy activities and other summertime pursuits away from home, Florida Realtors® suggests homeowners take precautions to safeguard their residences when they’re not around."

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How Interest Rates Affect The Housing Market…

"A basic understanding of interest rates and the economic influences that determine the future course of interest rates can help consumers make financially sound mortgage decisions, such as making the choice between a fixed-rate mortgage or adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) or deciding whether to refinance out of an adjustable-rate mortgage."

http://www.forbes.com/sites/investopedia/2013/06/27/how-interest-rates-affect-the-housing-market/