Redfin: U.S. Home Prices Rose 0.5% in October
On a year-over-year basis, home prices rose 5.9%, which is the smallest annual increase since December. Buyer demand is coming back.
Read MoreThree Realtors Join Florida Legislature
Florida Realtors Legislative Caucus grows to 15 with newly sworn in Realtor lawmakers, strengthening the profession’s voice in Tallahassee.
Read MorePost-Storms Tourism Campaign Gets Boost
Visit Florida bumped up its post-hurricane marketing effort to $6.7 million, aiming to show tourists much of the state has been unaffected by hurricanes.
Read MoreOctober Housing Starts Slow on Higher Rates
Housing starts fell 3.1% in October, with single-family starts dropping 6.9%. Builders expect a more favorable regulatory environment in 2025 to boost the housing supply.
Read MoreCourt Backs Approval of Utility Storm Plans
Challengers argued the utility storm-protection plans didn't assess whether proposed projects placed unnecessary financial burdens on customers.
Read MoreFAU: Prices Stay High Despite Waning Inflation
Core inflation remains high partially due to housing services prices, which rose 3.8% annually in September. The Fed is expected to cut rates again in December.
Read MoreBuilder Confidence Moves Higher
The National Association of Home Builders said builders expect market conditions to improve even with labor shortages and higher building material prices.
Read MoreMost Earning Under $50K Struggle With Housing
A new study found of those earning under $50,000 who struggle to afford housing, 21% have delayed or skipped medical treatments while 15% have worked a side hustle.
Read MoreRemodel or Move? How to Decide
When deciding between remodeling or moving, consider factors like costs, time, risk and return on investment. Emotional components also matter.
Read MoreExurbs Surge Across U.S. for Affordable Living
Exurbs, communities located beyond a city's suburbs, are attracting newcomers by blending rural charm and suburban sprawl with affordable housing.
Read MoreBrass Comeback: The Trendy Way to Use it
The finish, popular in the 1990s, has reemerged in recent years. Designers share the hottest ways to use brass in the home.
Read MoreDigital Marketing Trends for Real Estate Agents
Some of the top digital marketing trends for real estate agents include virtual tours, personalized content, SEO, social media and AI tools to engage clients.
Read MoreMy Safe Florida Condo Program Launched
The program, similar to My Safe Florida Home, provides services to protect residences against storms and reduce insurance premiums.
Read MoreRedfin: Big Jump in Existing Home Sales
October existing home sales rose 1.6% month over month and are on track to finish this year higher than last year.
Read MoreReturn-to-Office Trend Boosts Market Stability
The office market is showing signs of stabilization as companies offer amenities, such as outdoor decks, to lure workers back to their desks.
Read MoreDec. 4: Best Day of the Year to Buy a Home
Buyers see the lowest premiums in late fall, with November and December offering the smallest increases above market value, a real estate analytics company said.
Read MoreNFL Fans Say Loyalty Influenced Home Search
Football fans say their choice of home features, house layout and specific locations were influenced by their ties to the sport.
Read MorePowell: Fed to Cut Rates Cautiously on Inflation
Economists expect the Fed to announce another quarter-point rate cut in December after September and November cuts. Interest rates impact mortgage rates.
Read MoreMortgage Rates Ease, Ending 6-Week Climb
Rates on 30-year mortgages slipped to 6.78% from 6.79% last week. Borrowing costs on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages fell to 5.99% from 6%.
Read MoreRE Q&A: Need Ex’s Signature to Sell House?
To sell a house awarded in a divorce, your ex must sign the deed if they’re on the title. Try locating them via social media or mutual contacts.
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