Real Estatin' the Facts

  Here's the weekly round-up of news. Check it out, save it for later, and/or share it with your friends. Where homeowners pay the lowest, highest property taxes  Real estate taxes have been on the rise over the last few years. Help home buyers avoid the sticker shock. Full Story:  REALTOR® Magazine  (4/14)  Mortgage rates move closer to 'sweet spot' for buyers   As NAR economists predict a fall below 6% by year's end, new data reveals the rate threshold at which the market would likely be flooded with buyers. Full Story:  REALTOR® Magazine  (4/14)  Federal agencies told to get more employees in the office   The White House Office of Management and Budget is directing federal agencies to revise workforce plans so there is an increase of in-person employees at offices. "The guidance we are releasing today directs agencies to refresh their Work Environment plans and policies, with the general expectation that agency headquarters will continue to substantially increas