NAR research shows about 5.5 million more U.S. households can now qualify for a mortgage compared with a year ago due to lower rates. So, what’s holding buyers back?

A lower price tag can hide bigger decisions. What buyers and agents should weigh before betting on a home with renovation potential.

One economic signal stands between the Fed and rate cuts, suggesting mortgage rate relief could take longer than some expect.

Property managers and contractors working in pre-1978 homes may need EPA certification. Recent guidance clarifies who can be held liable.

The average 30-year rate fell to 6.01% and the 15-year to 5.35%. Lower borrowing costs may draw buyers back, steady sellers and boost activity for agents this spring.

Pending sales declined in the South month over month but rose year over year, signaling uneven momentum across Florida markets.

From prioritizing safety repairs to setting aside 1% annually, smart budgeting can protect a home’s value and position sellers more competitively.

Helping someone reach a major milestone can create financial ties that last longer than expected. Make sure co-signers understand what that could mean.

Spending on home upgrades remains strong, but growth is slowing. For agents, the shift could influence seller prep, buyer expectations and pricing conversations.

The Code of Ethics and Arbitration Manual (Manual) doesn’t list mother-in-law as a relationship that Realtors must disclose. Yet, after my mother-in-law submitted the highest offer on a property and it was accepted, the seller later filed an ethics complaint alleging that I should have disclosed our

After years of rapid gains, analysts say changing supply and demand trends could usher in a more balanced housing market in the coming year.

As transactions get tougher to win, agents relying on old habits may fall behind. New data shows a growing gap between average and prepared.

Single-family home building in the U.S. edged lower in 2025 compared to 2024, with the South posting declines that could shape Florida’s new-home pipeline.

Polished listing images can win clicks, but buyers feel misled when homes don’t match in person. Some states are now requiring disclosure of edited photos.

New deductions, expiring credits and permanent caps are reshaping the homeowner tax picture, but not everyone will see the same payoff.

The Spanish-language digital issue will launch in April 2026. Members can join a waitlist for email alerts. The print and online English formats will continue.

Florida Realtors data show single-family sales up 5.9% and condos up 5.1% year over year, as new listings and pending sales rose in both categories.

Simple laundry room upgrades boost organization and usability. Buyers notice functional spaces that help homes show better and stand out in listings.

Builder sentiment is softening while incentives persist, a shift that could influence buyer expectations and competition in new-home areas.

As customers increasingly use AI to ask full questions, agents who structure content around clear answers may stand out and win more business online.