The state topped Lightcast’s 2025 Talent Attraction Scorecard for the third time in a decade, driven by its focus on workforce education and high-demand job training.

Pet-friendly features like dog parks, grooming stations and nearby vets are winning over Florida buyers. Agents can highlight communities for both people and pets.

A Realtor.com analysis shows cash buyers thriving at the high and low ends of the market as financed buyers remain concentrated in the middle.

Upgrading outdoor spaces with comfy seating, lighting and indoor-outdoor flow boosts enjoyment and resale value, making homes more sale-ready.

A new survey finds buyers are prioritizing wellness, flexibility and community over square footage, embracing smaller homes with modern, eco-friendly features.

Simple upgrades, including brighter lighting and grab bars, can help seniors stay and make a home more appealing to buyers seeking aging-in-place features.

The generation born between 1997 and 2012 is focused on buying homes in smaller, more affordable cities that prioritize walkability and community.

The Fed’s rate cut is expected to lift commercial real estate, paving the way for more office-to-apartment conversions, new lending and additional sales.

Younger real estate leaders are embracing social media, lifestyle design and sustainability to meet evolving buyer expectations and modernize the industry.

The National Association of Realtors released guides on private mortgage insurance, home selling safety and wire fraud to help homeowners make informed decisions.

When a condo board removes hurricane windows during renovations, owners should document, check bylaws and seek legal advice to recover costs.

Volume alone won’t sustain a real estate career. Brokers must guide agents toward financial literacy and lasting profitability.

Florida’s top CEOs report higher optimism than national peers in Q3 2025, with stronger hiring and investment outlooks, signaling confidence in Florida’s economy.

Homes in Florida face mold risks from storms, leaks and humidity. Experts urge quick drying, careful research and trusted pros for safe cleanup.

Make any home shine with expert decorating tips: choose a theme, highlight key spaces, start with lights and keep arrangements simple for staging and curb appeal.

A quarter of homeowners (25%) have shelled out at least $1,000 dealing with bad neighbors, so good neighbors are a top priority for buyers.

Nearly 1 in 5 homeowners now have 6%+ mortgages, the highest in a decade. Only 53% have rates below 4%, down from 65% in early 2022.

The rate on 30-year mortgages rose this week to 6.34% from 6.3% last week, while the 15-year rate rose to 5.55% from 5.49% the previous week

Agents succeed on social media by building a consistent content lane. Focused topics, recurring formats and a clear perspective build trust and customer confidence.

Consumer sentiment in Florida dipped in September for the third month but remains well above the lowest levels observed in 2022.