Entries by Toby Tobin

D.R. Horton Poised to Break Ground at Country Club Harbor

Palm Coast pioneers’ introduction to the master planned community began with a visit to this spot where ITT/Levitt model home, an observation tower and a water taxi dock once stood. Palm Coast, FL – March 29, 2015 – D.R. Horton is poised to break ground soon at Country Club Harbor, its new community off Club […]

Most Millennials Don’t Understand Closing Costs

More than 1/3 of all potential homeowners – across all age brackets – say they’re “not very” or “not at all” aware of closing costs, which often amount to 2-5% of the total purchase price of a home. Washington – March 29, 2015 – Closing costs come as a surprise to many buyers, especially young […]

Floridians’ Confidence Rises 3 Points in March

Consumer sentiment among Floridians rose in March by more than 3 points to 96.8, the highest reading in 10 years, according to a monthly University of Florida survey. GAINESVILLE, FL – March 28, 2015 – Consumer sentiment among Floridians rose in March by more than 3 points to 96.8, the highest reading in 10 years, […]

Real Estate and the Internet of Things

A growing web of connectivity among people, devices, and homes will upend the way we interact with the world. Here’s a glimpse into how the changes may affect your business and your life. March 27, 2015 – The buzz is escalating about the “Internet of Things.” The catchphrase refers to the next wave of technology […]

Mortgage Affordability Report Paints Picture of Two Extremes

Detroit is predicted to be the most affordable and San Francisco the least affordable housing market this year, according to the first-ever realtor.com® Mortgage Affordability Report released today. Palm Coast, FL – March 24, 2015 – With home prices and interest rates likely to increase and mortgage affordability likely to decrease, Detroit is predicted to […]