My brother in Hollywood is looking to sell his home. He says all it received was gutter damage and some downed trees. He had been planning to relocate to Rhode Island long before Wilma hit and was quitting his job as of October 30th. Sad to say, but Wilma could turn into a real windfall for his property value if it is in as good condition as he thinks. Suddenly, there are plenty of people in South Florida looking for any place to live.
At the same time there are other sellers whose homes and property have sustained damage. Thus delaying pending sales until it's resolved who will pay for the repairs. And what is the home's value now that the shade trees were toppled?
The real estate market is in chaos here. Sales are in limbo. I think your brother will be OK and *perhaps* make a little bit more from his house