A new WalletHub survey found Florida cities took six of the top 10 spots as the best for first-time homebuyers across metrics like crime rates and real estate taxes.

Builder confidence in July was down slightly, but the total inventory remains at a 4.4 months' supply, indicating a need for more home construction.

While builders are concerned about high interest rates, they believe mortgage rates will moderate and lead to more construction in late 2024.

Some important home upkeep tasks include maintaining a document binder and keeping up with general cleaning and maintenance so appliances continue to run smoothly. 

Some important home upkeep tasks include maintaining a document binder and keeping up with general cleaning and maintenance so appliances continue to run smoothly.

Successful digital marketing strategies include using SMART objectives, understanding your customer’s journey and evaluating your current approach.

An interior designer said some of the biggest mistakes young people make when moving into their first home is choosing the wrong rugs and buying in a hurry.

The president called for legislation that would cap rent increases and federal agencies to focus on repurposing federal properties for affordable housing.

Partnering with well-qualified lenders allows agents to help customers, build their brand and add value to real estate transactions.

Agents use their smart phones for all aspects of their work, so securing them is essential. Use the following tips to ensure your smart phone is locked down.

Rebuilding after extreme weather can be a long and expensive process due to updated building codes, threat exposures and community priorities.

Fed Chair Jerome Powell wouldn’t say when the first rate cut would occur, but economists say it could be September. A cut would impact mortgage rates. 

Experts say the Tampa-area phosphate plant leak poses an ongoing threat. There are about two dozen similar phosphate wastewater reservoirs statewide.

Fed Chair Jerome Powell: Higher rates remain necessary now because bringing inflation down sustainably  is “the absolute best thing we can do for the housing market.”

Most Gen Zers have concerns about buying a home, with 54% worrying they won't be able to afford it and 48% fearing hidden costs.

New Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac multifamily mortgage loans must include tenant protections that include 30-day notices for rent increases and lease expirations.

Amendment 5, which impacts property taxes, will be on the November ballot. A Florida Realtors’ infographic provides more information about it.

If personal info is exposed in a data breach, it can impact credit reports and may take years to resolve. Potential buyers should protect themselves.

Homebuyers on a $3,000 monthly budget have gained over $20,000 in purchasing power since mortgage rates peaked in the spring, Redfin found. 

While some practitioners see business challenges as a result of fewer home sales, others see opportunity. View highlights from NAR’s newly released 2024 Member Profile.