At the second session of the Wealth Building Summit at the 2026 Florida Realtors Convention & Trade Expo, long-time Realtor and investor Steve David shared how simple deal analysis and long-term property ownership can build lasting generational wealth.

A WalletHub study ranked Florida the nation’s second-most fun state, citing its restaurants, attractions, outdoor recreation and nightlife.

Advance registration, controlled entry, a second agent and seller preparation can reduce theft, damage and vandalism while keeping the home welcoming.

Real estate-related companies purchase banner advertisements on a Realtor’s website, and some of the advertisements link to the companies’ own websites. Does the Realtor have to disclose under Article 6 that the Realtor earns a fee when visitors click through to certain advertisers’ websites?

The FCC is seeking input on rules affecting certain foreign-made drones and components, including some used for LiDAR mapping, but no blanket ban is in place.

In less than two years, the association successfully defended Homie’s antitrust claims twice.

In less than two years, the association successfully defended Homie’s antitrust claims twice.

Adding an adult child to a home’s deed may avoid probate but can expose the property to creditors, limit the owner’s control and create tax and long-term care complications, a real estate attorney said.

Sellers should determine whether solar panels are owned, financed or leased and address payoff or transfer terms before entering a sales contract.

People moving to Florida from other states tend to earn more and are more likely to own a home, while international migration now drives most of the state’s net growth, according to the Florida Chamber Foundation’s 2026 Florida Business & Economic Mid-Year Report.

Florida condo and townhouse sales rose 11% in July, with gains extending from lower-priced units to higher-end properties as the market continues to adjust.

Delta Media Group found AI use among brokerages rose to more than 97% in 2026, but data security, compliance and guardrails remain key issues.

Directors also elected association officers and NAR directors, approved 2027 standing committees and acted on several governance items at the annual business meeting.

Author, entrepreneur and speaker Peter Sheahan told Realtors at Florida Realtors’ Wealth Building Summit that lasting wealth starts with repeatable behaviors that make saving and investing easier over time.

Florida Realtors’ Board of Directors approved today the association’s support of Amendment 3, a November ballot measure that would provide property tax relief and make changes to Florida’s homestead and non-homestead property tax structure.

A federal appeals court upheld final approval of the 2024 Sitzer-Burnett settlement, rejecting objections over legal standing, payouts and the inclusion of home buyers.

Says President Chuck Bonfiglio: Earning the distinction shows “a commitment to their profession” and that they go above and beyond for their customers.

Florida Realtors' legal experts urged Realtors to address issues early, document agreements, ask the right questions and use trusted sources to help prevent transaction problems.

Florida’s housing market is showing strength in different ways across price points, property types and regions, while gradual income growth could help improve affordability over time, Florida Realtors Chief Economist Dr. Brad O’Connor said Thursday.

Mortgage rates eased for the second straight week, with the average 30-year fixed rate slipping to 6.65%, though borrowing costs remain above year-ago levels.