Experts see bright future for South Florida commercial real estate market

Experts see bright future for South Florida commercial real estate market: "Experts see bright future for South Florida commercial real estate market
SOUTH FLORIDA -- Jan. 20, 2005 -- The future of South Florida's commercial real estate market looks rosy because regional businesses will have to cater to three growing groups: An expanding workforce, an influx of retiring baby boomers and Hispanic immigrants expected to relocate here. "

AP Wire | 01/13/2005 | Rates on 30-Year Mortgages Fall Again

AP Wire | 01/13/2005 | Rates on 30-Year Mortgages Fall Again: "Rates on 30-Year Mortgages Fall Again"

WASHINGTON - Rates on 30-year mortgages fell for a second straight week, helping to get the housing industry off to a good start in the new year.

Analysis: Florida homebuyers and sellers, 2004 vs. 2003

Analysis: Florida homebuyers and sellers, 2004 vs. 2003: "ORLANDO, Fla. -- Jan. 12, 2005 -- The typical Florida homebuyer got younger and richer in 2004, according to numbers compiled for FAR. In 2003, the typical Florida buyer was 47 years old, had a median household income of $58,000 and paid $134,000 for a home. In contrast, the typical 2004 buyer was 43 years old, earned $66,100 and paid $169,000 for a home. The percentage of first-time buyers in Florida declined slightly over the year -- from 31 percent in 2003 to 29 percent in 2004. "

With market hot, more people now have third homes

With market hot, more people now have third homes: "With market hot, more people now have third homes"