The agency now expects mortgage rates to average 7.5% next year, up from its September forecast of 6.7%, while lowering its projections for home sales.

Home sales in the state declined in September, but stable prices and continued strength in luxury sales point to a market holding its ground.

Consistent outreach, personal follow-ups and year-end market updates can help real estate agents build momentum now and start 2027 with a stronger pipeline.

The 30-year mortgage rate held steady at 7.40%, ending seven straight weeks of increases. The 15-year rate dipped to 6.71%, Freddie Mac said.

Updated online profiles, specific customer reviews and original local content may help real estate agents become more visible in AI-powered searches.

Florida Realtors Chief Economist Brad O'Connor and Florida agents share practical advice on pricing homes, negotiating deals and helping buyers find affordable options.

A new appraisal reporting format is rolling out. These five questions can help agents prepare for lender changes, customer conversations and transactions.

Nearly 9% of purchase borrowers chose an ARM in mid-September as higher fixed rates pushed more buyers toward lower initial payments.

Hispanic households are driving U.S. homeownership growth, creating opportunities for agents who understand their communication needs, communities and homebuying questions.

A new study found many real estate inquiries go unanswered or take too long to reach an agent, highlighting gaps in lead response and follow-up.

A Neighbors Bank survey found 71% of Americans would consider buying a home with someone other than a spouse to make homeownership more affordable.

Buyers are using AI to compare homes, review reports and test affordability, but agents still play a key role in verifying information and providing local context.

Realtor.com research finds that credit scores, down payments and lender choice can influence the mortgage rate a buyer receives, even when average rates are high.

Florida Realtors members can find disaster relief, emergency business loans, insurance guidance and other help following Hurricane Isaias.

At the 2026 Florida Realtors Convention & Trade Expo, Mike Mooney urged agents to focus on small gains, stronger communication, better listening and fewer assumptions.

Fed officials generally expect another rate hike may be needed this year as inflation remains above target, though policymakers may hold rates steady in October.

The rate on 30-year mortgages climbed to 7.40% from 7.28% last week, while the average 15-year rate increased to 6.73% from 6.60% last week.

As Hurricane Isaias approaches the state, members can look to Florida Realtors' Disaster Relief Fund for recovery assistance if the storm causes damage.

The new appraisal format changes how information is reported, not how value is determined. Florida Realtors will host an Oct. 16 webinar to help members prepare for the transition.

A bipartisan bill advancing in Congress would clarify that qualifying real estate professionals are independent contractors under federal labor law.