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Public Records Online Directory

A one-stop portal to access online info on property tax assessments, deeds, and recorded property documents. Options also include parcel maps, property detail reports, and comparables. There's also a foreclosure search by zip code for the intrepid investor.

Market Research

The ultimate site for the statistics geek, it includes research on market segments, individual companies, the real estate industry, e-mail marketing best practices, and much more. A great resource for commercial practitioners who want to research a company or industry before leasing.

US Census Bureau

Serving as a demographic ground zero, the Census offers hundreds of ways to slice and dice data on population, income, age, and other factors that can affect home buying. The American Community Survey is a new annual nationwide survey on how communities change.

REALTOR.com

Your very own National MLS is a one-stop shop for consumers looking for property.

ZILLOW.com

View uploaded real estate content. The latest internet based system providing estimates of property values and more.

Flood Zone maps

Type in your address to see what elevation or requirements for flood insurance and evacuation are required. I would also recommend visiting  http://www.fema.gov/ as well for additional information. This is Florida right? and we are surrounded by water. Good idea.

Hillsborough County School Locator

Simply type in an address and the designated schools for that community will be listed with report cards, and school details to help you make the best choice for your children.

National Bureau of Economic Research

The next best thing to having NAR Chief Economist David Lereah on speed dial, this private, nonprofit site gives you free access to a wide range of the latest key economic indicators, from mortgage applications to employment numbers. You can also read abstracts of economic research papers and download them for a few dollars each.