Home design shows create unrealistic expectations, says 55% of agents. Eighty percent report staging helps buyers better envision living in a home.

The potential supply of empty-nest homes is not located in markets experiencing severe housing shortages. Younger buyers are moving to more expensive markets.

A Citizens Property Insurance official said reforms passed by the Legislature are continuing to stabilize the market and depopulation efforts are progressing.  

The Fed chair said inflation is coming in higher than predicted. For those who can buy, house shopping while others are holiday shopping could be a smart move.

The University of Michigan said its consumer sentiment index climbed to 74.0 in December from 71.8 in November. Economists expected the index to rise to 73.0.

Add touches of red and 1970s flair to make your holiday decorating more eye-catching this year. Don’t forget nostalgic touches and oversized decorations.

As different as they are, Gen Z, millennials, Gen X, and baby boomers share some similar needs, like wanting affordability and spaces that fit their lifestyles.

Redfin found an uptick in early stage homebuying activity after the election, despite high home prices and mortgage rates.

Real estate Q&A: Yes, but it requires more planning and take precautions. Someone you trust could act on your behalf, or there are remote online notarization options.

A U.S. District Court’s prelim injunction has stopped enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act and the BOI. NAR’s BOI Compliance webinar remains on for Dec. 10.

It’s the lowest level since late Oct.; last week it was 6.81%. The average 15-year mortgage interest rate fell to 5.96%. Rates mostly have been rising in recent weeks.

The bill would strike golf courses, tennis courts, pickleball courts and ball fields from recreational uses at state parks, and limit camping cabins’ occupancy to six.

Commissioner Yaworsky says the state needs to analyze previous reforms, which seem to be boosting the private insurance market, before lawmakers introduce new efforts.

Recent mortgage rate forecasts have been optimistic and some economists expect the number of homes sold to reach 5.4M this year, an increase of 14% YoY.

Floridians are optimistic about their personal finances over the next year, and the national economy over the next year and five years, a UF study found.

Multi-generational living offers families financial and emotional support, stronger bonds and shared caregiving responsibilities, NAR research found.

Officials expect the number of Floridians insured by Citizens to drop to nearly 900,000 by the end of the year. Another 343,000 could be assumed by February.

Four Florida cities took top marks some of the most fun in the U.S. with affordable, year-round recreational activities.

CoreLogic said home prices rose by 3.4% nationally in October and are projected to slow to 2.4% by the same time next year.

FPL bills will rise about $12 monthly in 2025 to cover $1.2B in storm recovery. Tampa Electric and Duke Energy are also seeking recovery costs.