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First Step to Re-Open Vacation Rentals Announced

ORLANDO, Fla. – An announcement by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis suggests that the state may allow vacation-rental homes to start operating again. DeSantis recommended that each Florida county submit a re-opening plan that balances a return of the vacation-rental business with appropriate safety protocols to curb the spread of the COVID-19 virus. …continue

Sunlit house with palm trees and lawn Task Force Makes Recommendations for Vacation Rentals

ORLANDO, Fla. – Gov. Ron DeSantis created a task force of business leaders and politicians and directed them to create a guide on how to safely reopen Florida to business and tourism. …continue

Sunlit suburban home with palm trees Fla.’s Vacation Home Rentals Contribute $27.4B to Economy

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – A new report commissioned by Florida Realtors® shows the economic impact of Florida’s vacation rental industry exceeds $27 billion. …continue

A large house on the water with palm trees. Real Estate Directly Responsible for 16% of Fla.’s Economy

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Myth: In Florida’s economy, citrus is second only to tourism.
Fact: Real estate sales and leasing are far-and-away Florida’s No. 1 industry.
Real estate is 16% of Florida’s economy ($173 billion per year), …continue

A sunset over the water with palm trees and boats. The Craigslist Scam: Still Around and Still a Problem

ORLANDO, Fla. – A scam’s success rate tends to decline as the public becomes aware of it. However, the Craigslist real estate scam is an exception.
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