Florida Leads in Housing Boom to Ease Shortage

Florida is one of six states that significantly added to the nation’s housing supply and one of five that saw a 6% growth in housing units.
Read MoreSustainable Spaces: The Bathroom

Eco-friendly bathroom upgrades like smart showerheads cut energy costs and help attract today’s sustainability-minded buyers.
Read MoreInsurers Using Aerial Images to Review Risk

Insurance companies are using aerial photos during the underwriting process to determine if a policy should be renewed. Keep your yard clear of debris.
Read MoreNew Florida Law Roils Condo Market

Some owners in older condo buildings are putting their units on the market after receiving six-figure special assessments following the Surfside collapse.
Read MoreDarker Colors Could Make You More Cash

A study shows buyers will offer more for homes with dark gray or charcoal interiors. Darker colors bring drama to bland homes.
Read MoreNew Construction Mortgage Lending Rebounds

New home purchases bounced back in April after a March decline. First-time home buyers seeking FHA-insured financing were among the biggest segment of buyers.
Read MoreHousing Starts Post Slight Gains in April

The pace of housing starts was 17.7% higher than a year ago, but still insufficient to meet the demand, experts say. Higher rates have stymied homebuilding.
Read MoreZillow: U.S Rents Rose Faster Than Wages

Tampa and Jacksonville saw rents surge more than three times quicker than wages in the past four years, according to Zillow.
Read MoreHigher Rates Creating a Larger Housing Supply

Buyers have a wider selection of homes to choose from today than a year ago, but rising mortgage rates remain a hurdle for many.
Read MoreMortgage Rates Retreat for Second Straight Week

The average 30-year rate fell to 7.02% from 7.09% last week. Borrowing costs on a 15-year mortgage fell to 6.28% from 6.38% last week.
Read MorePrecautions to Take Before Severe Weather Hits

Homeowners should be prepared to secure their dwellings when a hurricane or tropical storm threatens. Hurricane season starts on June 1.
Read MorePlanning a Successful Home Renovation

Remodeling projects can be chaotic, so proper planning and communication is essential to finishing on-time and within budget. Have reasonable expectations.
Read MoreBuilding Confidence as a New Agent

The early years as a new agent can be tough, but there are ways to make it more manageable, such as by taking classes and going to events.
Read MoreHome Insurance Mistakes to Avoid

Insurance agents say one of the biggest mistakes homeowners make on their insurance is opting for a higher deductible. Hurricane season starts June 1.
Read MoreA Blueprint for Consistently Finding Leads

To find a steady flow of leads, begin by targeting a neighborhood, becoming familiar with the community and marketing yourself.
Read MoreBuying Land for a House: A Complete Guide

One of the first steps to buying land for a home is to hire an agent who understands the process and can help buyers navigate their checklist.
Read MoreInvestor Home Purchases Hit Two-Year High Point

Investors, who account for 19% of homes sold in Q1, have come off the sidelines faster than individual buyers, Redfin said.
Read MoreBuilder Confidence Slips in May on High Rates

The NAHB found that 25% of builders cut home prices to bolster sales in May. Overall, builder confidence posted its first decline since November 2023.
Read MoreDeSantis Signs Citizens Insurance Bill

Under the bill, some non-homesteaded properties could be moved from Citizens to surplus lines insurers, which do not face the same regulations as standard carriers.
Read MoreU.S. Homeowner Equity Remains Elevated

Home equity remained strong in Q1 2024 but dipped downward from Q3 2023. Florida is home to some of the most equity-rich zip codes in the nation
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