Recruiters Using AI to Lure Top Agents

Brokerages are increasingly turning to AI to find agents who will suit their needs. Good agents are the key to success.
Read MoreState Appeals in Wetlands Permitting Squabble

Florida is appealing a U.S. District Court judge's ruling against Florida’s Department of Environmental Protection’s attempt to retain authority over wetland permitting.
Read MoreSellers Arrive for Spring Selling Season

Sellers are beginning to put their homes on the market as the lock-in effect begins to loosen, according to some reports. Waiting for lower rates may not be worth it.
Read MoreFlorida Chamber Sets Record Straight on Housing

The Florida Chamber Foundation said reports that the state's housing market is in trouble because of decreased housing sales and active listings “lacks accuracy.”
Read MoreWhat Factors Contribute to Mortgage Rates?

The federal funds rate, inflation and the consumer prices index all play a role in the complicated equation of mortgage rates.
Read MoreSee the World’s First Health-Focused Home

The world’s first IWBI-certified home, located in Miami, prioritizes health with a sustainable design. It has no insulation in living spaces or drywall.
Read MoreCalifornia Man Develops Unusual Squatter Solution

This California man removed squatters from his family’s home and made a business out of it. Florida recently passed a law to help homeowners stop squatters.
Read MoreMortgage Applications Post Slower Monthly Growth

MBA reported new home purchase mortgage applications were up 6.2% in March year over year. More first-time buyers appear to be getting into the market.
Read MoreActive Storm Season Forecast, Lake O High

Releases from Lake Okeechobee, which typically happen when the lake is high, were paused through late March. The lake is crucial to flood control.
Read MoreCurb Appeal Ideas to Help Sell a Home

With home-selling season in full swing, making a home look pretty is all-the-more important. Simple things, like pressure washing, can make a difference.
Read MoreWhere Are the Most Expensive Homes in Florida?

Some of the priciest home in Florida are located in the south, ranging from $1 million to nearly $10 million. Take a look at where they are.
Read MoreAverage 30-Year Mortgage Rate Climbs This Week

The average rate on a 30-year mortgage rose to 7.1%, the highest level since late November. The average rate for 15-year fixed-rate mortgages rose to 6.39%.
Read MoreFinancial Literacy for Informed Decisions

Making a big purchase, like a home, requires financial knowhow that’s not often taught in school. Learning the basics can help avoid poor decisions.
Read MoreFla. Market: Listings, Median Price Up in March, 1Q

Single-family median sales prices are up 3.9% over March 2023 and new listings increased 7.7%. The condo-townhouse median prices increased 3.1%.
Read MoreSluggish Start to U.S. Spring Homebuying Season

Home sales fell in March with rising mortgage rates, analysts said. The supply of homes on the market remains below the historical average.
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Renovations can increase a home's value and make it a more comfortable living space. One of the signs it's time to renovate could be the age of the home.
Read More Florida Sets Aside 28,000 Acres for Conservation

The state purchased land, some previously slated for development, in Collier and Polk counties to protect links to conservation areas.
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The average Florida home value doubled in six years. Tampa and Miami tied for having the third-fastest price doubling among large U.S. cities.
Read More Rents Stabilizing, Affordability Challenging

Researchers said rent prices nationwide are becoming more balanced. In some areas of Florida, rental costs have declined slightly.
Read MoreTips for Locking In Lower Mortgage Rates

With mortgage rates hovering in the 6% to 7% range, many new buyers are looking for creative ways to save money. Temporary buydowns may be the answer.
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