Risk Rating 2.0 begins
As it has numerous times in recent years, Congress has extended authorization for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) until early December, as part of a continuing resolution to keep the U.S. government operating while budget …
Federal flood insurance debates
Congressional hearings got underway recently on long-term reauthorization of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and on what, if any, guidance Congress should give to FEMA on the NFIP’s new Risk Rating 2.0 pricing program set …
Pending FEMA report’s warning
A FEMA advisory board is recommending that past flood damage and future risk be disclosed during the sale of a home. It noted Florida as one of 21 states that don’t require sellers to specifically disclose …
Migration & opportunity resume
After a sharp slow-down in real estate activity this past spring due to the coronavirus pandemic, home sales have rebounded strongly due to pent-up demand, with South Florida realtors reporting particular interest from folks up north …