Florida saw more than three times the influx of retirees than any other state. Many are moving to the St. Pete area.

In Florida, the median home purchase price for millennials is $435,000, with median home values for all buyers at $425,000.

Both renting and homeownership have advantages. However, renters never see a return on their monthly payments, but homeowners build equity over time.

The new budget includes significant funding linked to Florida Realtors' legislative priorities, including $100 million for the Hometown Heroes Housing Program.

The average rate on a 30-year home loan fell to 6.95% from 6.99% last week. Rates on a 15-year-rate mortgage fell to 6.17% from 6.29%.

A tropical disturbance caused flash floods in South Florida. The disaster relief fund is available to Realtors, Realtor boards/associations and their staff.

Today's listing activity seems to jump compared to 2023, but the numbers aren’t properly comparing the broader historical context.

Redfin said declining mortgage rates could bring back demand. Three Florida cities have seen some of the biggest decreases in pending sales.

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Fed policymakers revised projected rate cuts this year to just one despite easing consumer inflation. Economists say a September cut is still possible.

Tampa ranks in the top U.S. cities for new construction. In Crestview, Homosassa Springs and Panama City, new construction homes sell for less than average home value. 

SB 1456 allows Monroe County to use tourism development funding for affordable housing. If successful, other counties may pursue similar legislation.

Experts are hopeful the Fed will cut interest rates as inflation continues to cool. Lower rates could give the housing industry a much-needed boost.

Realtors use their expertise, training and resources to connect buyers with homes. They adhere to a strict code of ethics and know the industry. 

Lakeland and Jacksonville are among the metro areas with high foreclosure rates. However, completed foreclosures are down overall.

Residential construction pros urged Congress to tame shelter inflation and ease the housing affordability crisis at the NAHB conference.

The National Association of Realtors said the policy revision will allow veterans to continue to be competitive in the homebuying market.

The current sentiment reflects pent-up frustration with the overall lack of affordability, one economist said. However, sales activity is expected to increase.

The hurricane season, which began June 1, is expected to be busy, but determining where hurricanes will strike continues to be challenging.

Sun City Center, located just outside of Tampa, came in third on Realtor.com’s list of most popular places to retire. The Villages came in fourth.