General Revenue Tops Expectations

Florida's general revenue reached nearly $4.176 billion in September, exceeding expectations by $28.4 million, and remained largely unaffected by Hurricane Helene.
Read MoreSurvey: More Owners Remodeling Rather Than Moving

Many homeowners would rather do smaller projects themselves, such as interior painting and installing light fixtures, to save money instead of hiring a pro.
Read MoreBaby Boomers Fuel Home Buying in These Fla. Cities

Baby boomers are buying homes in three Florida metros – Jacksonville, Tampa and Orlando – at a faster rate compared to other regions, a new survey found.
Read MoreRenter Households Outpace Owners Nationally

Redfin: Rentership rates are lower in metros where it’s more affordable to buy a home. Cape Coral has the lowest share of renter households among metros analyzed.
Read MoreFederal Reserve Set to Cut Rates Again

The Federal Reserve meets later this week and is expected to cut their benchmark rate by a quarter-point. Interest rates impact mortgage rates.
Read MoreFirst-Time Buyers at 24%, Age Hits Record High

A record high 26% of buyers paid cash for their home and 17% purchased a multigenerational home, according to NAR’s new 2024 buyers and sellers profile.
Read MoreGoogle Ad Change Could Impact Small Businesses

Businesses that use Google Local Services for ads should get verified on Google or run the risk of having their advertising paused.
Read MoreHow to Win Listings in Today's Market

Agents should respect a seller’s process for interviewing agents and offer to answer questions to demonstrate a commitment to professionalism.
Read MoreRE Q&A: Can My HOA Enforce ‘Quiet Time’?

If a community association is unwilling to take action to enforce the rules, you have options, including attending an HOA board meeting to address the problem.
Read MoreSounds Homeowners Shouldn’t Ignore

Some noises in a home are normal, but others can indicate a problem. Keeping on top of property maintenance avoids long-term issues.
Read MoreThe Benefit of Added Mortgage Payments

Adding just an extra $100 per month to a mortgage payment can have a significant impact on the debt, a financial expert said
Read MoreWill Hurricanes Deter Newcomers? History Says No

Florida's population has grown by one-third to 23 million residents in the two decades since Charley, Frances, Jeanne and Ivan ravaged the state.
Read MoreContract Signings Signal Market Improvements

NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun forecasts improved home sales, slower appreciation and falling mortgage rates over the next two years,
Read MoreTech’s Growing Impact on RE Marketing, Sales

Real estate firms are adopting innovative tools like AI and blockchain to enhance efficiency, improve client relations and transform property sales.
Read MoreA Fresh Take on Customer Appreciation Gifts

Giving your customers custom and thoughtful gifts will show your appreciation and create a lasting impression for future business.
Read MoreRedfin: New Construction Falls to 3-Year Low

Newly built homes are making up a smaller portion of total inventory as builders back off and more homeowners list their houses for sale.
Read MoreMortgage Rates Rise for Fifth Straight Week

The rate on 30-year mortgages rose to 6.72% from 6.54% last week, Freddie Mac said. Rates on 15-year mortgages rose to 5.99% from 5.71% last week.
Read MoreDip in Mortgage Rates Lowered Down Payments

Down payment dollar amounts fell in 21 states in the third quarter with the biggest decline in Florida, where they fell 24% from a year earlier.
Read MoreFewer Than 1/3 of Renters Pay Under $1K a Month

Most U.S. renters pay between $1,000 and $1,9999 a month across the nation. The median apartment asking rent now sits at $1,634.
Read More‘Cat Fund’ Could Face $4.6B Storm Tab

The Florida Hurricane Catastrophe Fund is expected to have sufficient cash reserves to cover its portion of losses if the preliminary estimates hold steady.
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