August 2013 Archives

Lieberman set to lead state builders in 2013-14

August 1, 2013 | Daily Commercial

Building on a life-long commitment to providing safe and affordable housing, Ron Lieberman of Lecanto is set to become the 61st president of the Florida Home Builders Association (FHBA) this fall.
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Florida leads U.S. in foreclosures for 3rd straight month

August 14, 2013 | South Florida Sun-Sentinel

Foreclosures continue to dog Florida, but the outlook appears to be brightening, experts say. The Sunshine State posted the nation’s highest foreclosure rate in July for the third consecutive month, according to a report from the RealtyTrac listing firm. One in every 328 Florida homes was in some stage of foreclosure, more than three times the national average.
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State grant to provide housing aid

August 20, 2013 | Tallahassee Democrat

For one 30-day period in 2007, more than 1,300 people clamored to claim a spot for affordable housing with the Tallahassee Housing Authority — they’ve been waiting ever since.
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Organization builds homes for low-income families

August 22, 2013 | WJXT-TV Channel 4, Jacksonville

Many struggle to pay for housing, but one local organization is making it easier for low-income families to own their own home.
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Banks report more than 120,000 Floridians helped

August 23, 2013 | St. Augustine Record

A national report issued Thursday maintains that more than 120,000 Floridians have received billions in aid so far from five major banks.
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