Hispanic Buyers Driving U.S. Homeownership Growth

Hispanic buyers make up over one-third of U.S. homeownership growth, with rising incomes, strong buying power and growing market influence.
Read MoreTurning Green Into Gold With Lawn Care

A beautiful lawn can add serious value to your home, increasing your home's price by 5%. Landscaping improvements often offer 100% or more ROI.
Read MoreHomebuyer Optimism Increases in July

Housing sentiment inched up as Fannie Mae’s index rose to 71.8. Job loss fears fell, home price and mortgage rate outlooks improved, but buying conditions declined.
Read MoreMortgage Rates at Lowest Level in Months

Rates on 30-year mortgages fell to 6.63%, the lowest since April, from 6.72% last week, while 15-year rates dropped to 5.75% from 5.85%.
Read MoreHurricane Forecasts Hold Steady

Experts still expect a busier-than-usual hurricane season, though they're less certain about the outlook. Warm ocean waters could lead to more storms ahead.
Read MoreNew Construction Price Premium Hits All-Time Low

Newly built homes are more plentiful nationwide and a better value on a per-square foot basis, particularly in the South, Realtor.com said.
Read MoreCoastal Living Tied to Longer Life

New research shows people living within 30 miles of the ocean or gulf tend to live longer. Florida has the longest coastline in the continental U.S.
Read MoreNAR Joins America’s Housing Comeback Initiative

The initiative promotes local policy solutions, infrastructure upgrades and partnerships to tackle housing supply and affordability challenges nationwide.
Read MoreFlorida Realtors Is on 2025 ‘Best Companies’ List

For the 4th year in a row, Florida Realtors has been recognized as one of the Top 100 "Best Companies To Work For In Florida” by Florida Trend magazine.
Read MoreWhat’s Next for Home Prices This Fall?

Buyers have more options this fall as inventory grows. While prices may rise more slowly, high mortgage rates continue to weigh on affordability.
Read MoreBoosting Business With Live Video

Live video helps small businesses connect with customers, build trust and boost sales by showcasing services, people and culture in real time.
Read MoreRealtors Stay Strong Despite Market Challenges

Agents report steady transactions and rising income while citing housing affordability as a key obstacle, reflecting confidence despite a tough market.
Read MoreUncertainty Holding Back Buyers

A growing number of buyers are pausing their searches due to economic uncertainty, while more sellers are pulling listings.
Read MoreFlorida DBPR Warns of Verification Scam

Licensed business owners should be cautious of scam emails and calls asking for personal details such as driver’s licenses and business information.
Read MoreFlorida Among Top Landlord-Friendly States

The state ranked high for no rent control, quick evictions, no state income tax and strong rental demand driven by tourism and steady population growth.
Read More'Comfortable' Living in Florida: $97K a Year

Compared to high-cost states like New York and California, the income level needed in Florida to live "comfortably with a good quality of life" is lower.
Read MoreHurricane-Ready HVAC Tech Gains Ground

Florida homeowners are adopting hurricane-ready HVAC upgrades like enclosures, flood barriers, and surge protectors to protect systems and extend lifespan.
Read MoreBackyard Upgrades that Add Comfort, Safety

Simple upgrades, including outdoor lighting and fencing, can help homeowners protect their investment while preserving comfort and style.
Read MoreArticulating Your Value as a Real Estate Broker

Many agents overlook a broker’s full value. From risk management and compliance to training, brand building and referrals, brokers play a key role in agent success.
Read MoreBalancing AI’s Benefits and Risks in Real Estate

Real estate pros use AI to save time and boost marketing, but experts urge guardrails to avoid bias, errors and loss of a personal touch.
Read More
Categories
Recent Posts










