The 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.
Read MoreNew Guide Helps Sellers Find the Right Agent

NAR’s latest Consumer Guide, Ten Questions to Ask a Seller's Agent, provides helpful questions sellers should consider when selecting an agent.
Read MoreFla. Consumer Sentiment Slumps Post-Hurricanes

Storms caused significant damage across the state, resulting in a loss of economic activity. Floridians had mixed opinions about current economic conditions.
Read MoreCitizens Insurance Policy Count Drops

The drop coincided with nine private insurers approved to assume up to 410,008 Citizens policies. The policy count is expected to total 891,184 at the end of the year.
Read MorePending Home Sales Advanced 7.4% in September

Pending home sales bounced 7.4% to the highest level since March; they're up 2.6% YoY. In the South, pending home sales improved, NAR said.
Read MoreNatural Disasters Could Sway Housing Decisions

A new Freddie Mac survey found more people today are concerned about natural disaster risks, which could shape the future of real estate markets.
Read MoreHurricane Damage: Landlord Duties, Tenant Rights

Florida law requires safe, habitable rentals. After hurricane damage, tenants may qualify for reduced rent or lease termination if the unit becomes uninhabitable.
Read MoreStorm Damage: Landlord Duties, Tenant Rights

Florida law requires safe, habitable rentals. After hurricane damage, tenants may qualify for reduced rent or lease termination if the unit becomes uninhabitable.
Read MoreDuties to the Public – Avoid Hate Speech

What standards does a hearing panel use to determine an ethics violation for a Realtor who used protected class hate speech? Read the case studies and more.
Read MoreCase Study: Adding Language to a Form Contract

Proper preparation and precisely drafted purchase and sales agreements can help avoid costly and time-consuming problems in transactions.
Read MoreKey Insights on the Corporate Transparency Act

Many businesses, including those that provide real estate services, must comply with a new federal reporting requirement deadline of Jan. 1, 2025.
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