Author Archive: MCRTC Admin

Ballot Initiative Suspended; Replaced with Legislative Action

We are excited to announce that due to REALTOR® advocacy efforts, Florida Realtors® has announced a plan to work with the Florida Legislature to advance homeownership opportunities for frontline workers while protecting funding for existing housing programs. This effort will be a part of our 2022 Legislative Session agenda and provide us with enhanced opportunities […]

Fla.’s Housing Market: Median Price, New Listings Rise in July

Florida Realtors’ data: Median prices for single-family existing homes rose 20.3% year-over-year to $355,000; up 20.5% to $253,000 for condos/townhomes. Chief Economist O’Connor says July data shows signs Fla.’s housing market is heading on a steady path toward normalcy. In July, Florida’s housing market reported higher median prices, more new listings and a rise in all-cash […]

Keep Housing Funds for Housing

Over the last 10 years, Florida government has diverted over $2 billion out of existing affordable housing trust funds, and spent it on other unrelated projects. To make the process more accountable, Floridians are proposing a constitutional amendment that would put affordable housing funds in a lock box so they are used for affordable housing, […]

Sign up for Free Property Fraud Alerts

Property Fraud “Fastest-growing white-collar crime in the country” ~FBI Martin County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller Carolynn Timmann is offering a free tool to fight property fraud. Click “Clerk’s Property Fraud Alert” at www.MartinCountyClerk.com and complete the form. Register multiple spellings and variations of your name to ensure the broadest chances to catch […]

Fla.’s Housing Market Strong in May, Year-Ago Data Shows 2020 COVID-19 Impact

By Marla Martin Florida’s housing market continued to report more closed sales, higher median prices, more new listings and increased pending inventory compared to a year ago, according to Florida Realtors® latest housing data. Note that this month’s May 2020 comparison data reflects the state lockdown and economic uncertainty that occurred last spring during the coronavirus […]

Martin REALTORS® shatter previous fundraising record for Habitat for Humanity

STUART—Local REALTORS® know all too well that the Martin County real estate market is hotter than a sidewalk on an August afternoon. But as rising home prices shatter records, the affordable housing challenge grows larger than ever. Thankfully, the same can be said for the dollar amount local REALTORS® raised recently in support of Habitat […]

Raise the bar with C2EX: Commitment to Excellence

Commitment to Excellence (C2EX) empowers REALTORS® to evaluate, enhance and showcase their highest levels of professionalism. It’s not a course, class or designation—it’s an Endorsement that REALTORS® can promote when serving clients and other REALTORS®. Start your journey now! Login to www.C2EX.realtor and take any one of the 11 self-assessments to measure your proficiency in 10 aspects […]

14-Hour Continuing Education for Florida Real Estate Licensees

Get all of your Florida real estate license renewal credits at Martin County REALTORS® of the Treasure Coast (MCRTC)! The 14-Hour Continuing Education course includes all requirements for renewing your Florida Real Estate Salesperson or Broker-Sales License: 3-Hour Core Law course 3-Hour Ethics and Business Practices course 8-Hours of Specialty credits Instructor: Jennifer Segala of […]

Matrix X is here

8/26/20 – Matrix X is here

We are pleased to announce that Matrix™ X is now available. PLEASE UPDATE YOUR MATRIX BOOKMARK TO THE FOLLOWING URL:https://mcrtc.mlsmatrix.com (make sure there is an “S” after the “HTTP”) The latest version of Matrix from CoreLogic® transforms the user experience. The new look and feel combines modern color palettes, iconography, navigation, and design. Discover what’s […]