In the News RPAC Trustees host Gov. Crist at FAR headquarters Florida Realtors and RPAC Trustees hosted Governor Charlie Crist for a special reception at FAR headquarters in Orlando on May 18, 2009, to celebrate Florida House, founded in 1973 as Florida's "embassy" in Washington, D.C. The RPAC Trustees approved a $15,000 donation to Florida House, a truly one-of-a-kind Florida "home away from home" that welcomes state residents visiting the nation's capital. To see photos of the governor's reception, check out FAR’s Facebook page. For more info about Florida House, visit this site http://floridaembassy.com.
Realtor® roundtable with governor hits hot topics Gov. Crist met with 10 Realtors from around the state in mid-April to discuss the real estate market and ways the Legislature can help Realtors do business more efficiently and effectively. Read more.
Governor thanks Realtors® for making a difference in Tallahassee FAR President Cynthia Shelton, Florida’s Chief Financial Officer Alex Sink, and Gov. Crist addressed hundreds of Realtors in the Capitol Courtyard on April 15. The message was consistent and clear . . . Florida’s legislators listen to Realtors because real estate drives Florida’s economy.
Condo lending requirements: Fannie Mae responds In a letter to 2009 FAR President Cynthia Shelton, the mortgage giant discusses two changes to their condo eligibility guidelines: 1) the presale requirement for new condominium developments and 2) the permitted delinquency rate for HOA dues. Read the letter.
‘Hometown Democracy’ wins court ruling A Fla. Supreme Court decision clears the way for a 2010 ballot question: Should voters approve all comprehensive land use changes?
Hometown Democracy needs quick court ruling A petition amendment drive to give zone change approval to voters needs a quick ruling from Fla. Supreme Court about signatures.
Crist likely to veto insurance bill Bill would allow insurers to charge whatever rate they wish if homeowners are willing to pay; critics say it also removes protections.
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