From the start of a transaction, make customers aware they should expect exceptional service. Always deliver on promises.

The December NAHB/Wells Fargo HMI found builders expressed increased optimism for higher sales in the next months.

Florida remains a top migration leader, though new trends show issues like housing costs and career pathways as areas to address for future growth.

An interest rate cut is expected this week, but due to ongoing inflation, rate reductions in 2025 are likely to be more gradual, economists say.

Landscape lighting is more than just pretty. It helps creates safer outdoor living spaces and has a high ROI.

Most real estate agents know ChatGPT for its content creation abilities, but it is also useful to keep manage expenses and organize contacts, among other tasks.

Mortgage rates next year are expected to remain largely similar to this year's, though they could decrease if the economy weakens, experts say.

With the new post-settlement practice changes, agents are focusing on written buyer agreements to build trust, set expectations and enhance professionalism.

The Hometown Heroes Housing Program helps Floridians achieve homeownership with zero-interest loans for down payments and closing costs.

A study finds no major U.S. housing markets offer affordable rent for those earning the federal minimum wage -- $7.25 an hour.

Organizing business expenses makes budgeting, controlling costs and claiming tax deductions simpler. Don’t overcomplicate the process.

Homeowners leaving for extended trips should look for ways to prevent break-ins and home accidents, including holding the mail and unplugging appliances.

A new Redfin survey found 47% of renters feel a sense of belonging in their neighborhood, compared with 64% of homeowners.

Officials are considering spending $318M for conservation land and to protect rural properties from development across 15 counties.

The average rate on 30-year mortgages fell from 6.69% last week to 6.6%, the lowest level since Oct. 24. The rate on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages fell to 5.84%.

Commercial buyers can use options including seller financing, lease to own and private lending to finance a purchase.

U.S. officials urge using end-to-end encryption after hackers targeted telecoms, exposing data. Use encrypted apps for better security.

Florida starter home prices have jumped since 2018, with rising rates and investor competition making it more difficult for first-time buyers.

More than 300K mortgage refinances closed in Sept. and Oct. – the most in 2.5 years – as borrowers took advantage of interest rates in the low 6% range.

Redfin found that more buyers are in the market because they have accepted mortgage rates will remain above 6% for the foreseeable future, among other reasons.