The commercial market is rebounding. Transactions are increasing, driven by distressed properties and new liquidity as buyers and sellers agree on pricing.

Year over year, U.S. single-family home prices rose to 3.9% in August, the lowest rate of growth recorded since last July.

Increasing optimism is largely driven by positive views on the national economy over the next year. Consumer sentiment should improve overall in the months ahead.

As a general rule, refinancing could be worthwhile if you're able to reduce your mortgage rate by at least 1 percentage point, one analyst said.

Two newly revised forms address changes in law that require condo sellers and buyers to supply and acknowledge association documents.

The updated FR/BAR Condominium Rider, (CR-6xx_A) and CRSP Condominium Addendum (CRSP16xxx_F) include the required language.

The IT security firm Check Point said the “insurance/legal” sector saw 636 weekly attacks in 2022, a 68% increase from 2021. The figure was expected to triple in 2024.

Unemployment assistance is available to those who lost jobs or self-employment due to the hurricane. The Florida Realtors DRF donated to NAR’s Realtor Relief Fund.

Redfin reported 54% of U.S. apartments that were completed in the first quarter rented within three months, up from 47% a quarter earlier.

Powell said the economy is largely healthy and the Fed is “recalibrating” its key interest rate, not rapidly cutting it. Interest rates influence mortgage rates.

Many Florida condo associations are required to have the inspection reports completed by Dec. 31. The documents will help buyers understand the cost of ownership.

“Functional elegance” is the new mantra in kitchen design and include statement lighting and multifunctional islands. Avoid vintage features and gray tones.

Slowing down to catch mistakes makes for better transactions and ensures higher-quality customer service, experts say.

Florida’s latest laws, effective Oct. 1, address flood risk transparency for homebuyers and restrict public camping, while others target theft and fraud.

Starter homes in several Florida metro areas went from unaffordable to affordable in the last year, Redfin reported.

Most associations require buyers to be screened for fitness to live in the community, and some include a “right of first refusal” in a sale.

FEMA, state bridge loans and the Florida Realtors Disaster Relief Fund are open for applications to help homeowners and businesses in need.  

Old routers, congested bandwidth and physical barriers are just a few factors that can slow Wi-Fi speeds. Get free help from Florida Realtors Tech Helpline.

Four in 10 Americans say they chose their home location based on access to green spaces. Experts say sustainable landscaping is easy for homeowners to maintain.

2024 Florida Realtors President Gia Arvin said members play a crucial role in fostering community support and recovery efforts.