Data from Niche shows counties in northern Florida and the Panhandle lead the state in affordability related to cost of living.

Creating a ‘know-like-trust’ relationship with clients takes effort but allows them to move forward with confidence, real estate pro Jimmy Burgess said.

A cut in the state’s commercial lease sales tax, from 4.5% to 2.0%, will begin on June 1, weeks earlier than originally expected.

Potential flippers should understand the process of home flipping before jumping in. Some of the common unknowns include the tax benefits.

The Florida Department of Agriculture’s finalized rules regarding foreign-buyer registration for agricultural property ownership took effect April 4.

Today’s average rate on a 30-year home loan is just under 7%, not far from the historical average. Still, some homebuyers say they’re waiting for rates to drop.

A national survey showed 39% of consumers plan to move, and Florida is among the top destinations. About 13% prefer ranch-style homes.

The April NAHB/Wells Fargo HMI survey showed that 22% of builders cut home prices in April, down from 24% in March and 36% in December 2023.

Many new homeowners don’t realize the monthly payments on fixed-rate mortgages can go up and down depending on PITI – principal, interest, taxes and insurance.

Clint Strauch, president of Florida Peninsula Insurance, says the 2% average rate decrease shows the property insurance market is stabilizing.

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All businesses – big and small – should have a flood plan as part of their financial plan. Preparation is one way to ensure your company will survive.

Fed policymakers need more confidence that inflation is steadily slowing to their target level before a rate cut. Interest rates affect mortgage rates.

Inventory is likely to rise this spring and throughout the summer on schedule with traditional seasonal trends. Buyers should target the late summer or early fall.

Thousands of veterans are facing foreclosure as pandemic-era forbearances end. The new loan program is only available to eligible veterans

The average rate on a 30-year mortgage rose to 6.88% this week -- the highest level since early March. Rates on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages rose to 6.16%.

Homeowners moving off Citizens insurance might not see lower rates. They must accept private coverage if it’s within 20% of their Citizens coverage cost.

Upgraded home offices, with meeting spaces and noise dampening wall coverings, can make remote work more enjoyable.

A JPMorgan strategist said 1.6 million new homes are under construction and housing completions in February hit their highest level in 17 years.

Goodwin Procter, one of the largest law firms in the world, said commercial real estate is ready to rebound. Rate cuts will boost real estate development.