Despite these challenging economic times, existing home sales will be rising. Why? The answer, in a word: affordability.

Currently, this is the most important factor driving home sales. Lawrence Yun explains further in his forecast.

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Despite skeptics and a free-falling economy, the developers say they’re moving ahead with plans to reshape nearly 100 acres along Broward Boulevard, just west of Interstate 95 in Fort Lauderdale.

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McCain Mortgage Buyout Proposal Rouses Critics

Under the plan, the government would buy mortgages from banks at the original value, and then give home owners a new, more affordable loan.

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30-Year Mortgage Rates Fall Under 6%



Freddie Mac reports a drop in the 30-year fixed mortgage rate during the week ended Oct. 9, marking the first decrease in three weeks.

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Condo Owners Face Rental Dilemma
When they want to move but can’t sell, many owners seek to become landlords. But the condo board isn’t always so understanding.Read more >

LOCAL
Weston Mayor has harsh words for Gov. Crist. Read Story.

Miramar officials to vote Nov. 28 on affordable housing project. Read Story.

STATE
‘Super’ property tax exemption could still be on ballot in January. Read Story.

Property tax talks static, taxpayers impatient as deadline nears. Read Story.

60% magic number in state tax battle. Read Story.

How the House and Senate measures differ. Read Story.

NATIONAL
House panel says tax plan would hit wealthy, help millions. Read Story.

Buyers pounce on deals as homes go on the block. Read Story.

Commercial real estate market outlook upbeat. Read Story.

Cities with Traffic That Will Drive You Crazy
The nation’s drivers wasted a total of 4.2 billion hours sitting in traffic jams in 2005, says a report by the Texas Traffic Institute. Read more >

Daily Real Estate News June 20, 2007
Five Inexpensive Ways to Revitalize a Kitchen

Replace the flooring. Install laminate floor over old linoleum, vinyl or chipped tile. It costs just $1 to $5 a square foot and looks like wood, stone or tile.
Replace the lighting. A new ceiling fixture costs less than $100 and will brighten up the place. Adding some under-the-cabinet lights will illuminate work surfaces.
Give the cabinets a new life. A coat of paint and new knobs is the cheapest way to go. If you’re able to spend $4,000 to $6,000 on the project, hire a refacing company to replace the doors and drawerfronts.
Refinish the appliances. For a few hundred dollars, an appliance refinisher will re-enamel your stove, refrigerator and dishwasher door in the color of your choice, including a stainless steel look-alike.
Update the backsplash. Replace the space between your cabinets and the countertop with fashionable stone or inexpensive wallpaper. Source: Money, Josh Garskof (07/01/2007)

Readers respond: Using a buyer agent
Last week’s column on shopping for a buyers agent elicited considerable response from real-estate brokers and agents, especially on the topic of exclusive buyers agents and dual agency. See House Talk.

Listing at $125 million could set U.S. record
A Los Angeles mansion modeled on Versailles and other French palaces has just gone on the market for $125 million, tying it for second place among available U.S. properties. See story from RealEstateJournal.

Housing starts, permits rise 0.8% in March
Boosted by warmer weather, construction of new homes increased 0.8% in March to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.518 million, the highest level this year, the Commerce Department estimated Tuesday. Building permits also increased 0.8% in March to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.544 million. See Economic Report.

How I got fired by my interior designer
I have been fired by an interior designer. See Teardown Diary.

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The Atlantic 601 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd.

Bahia Mar Beach Resort 801 Seabreeze Blvd.

Best Western Pelican Beach 2000 North Atlantic Blvd.,

Marriott Harbor Beach Resort And Spa3030 Holiday Drive

Comfort Inn Ft. Lauderdale3551 W. Commercial Blvd

Amerisuites Fort Lauderdale 17Th Street1851 S.E. 10th Ave.