A reduction in the state’s business lease tax began Saturday, weeks earlier than originally planned. Florida Realtors has long advocated for the cut.

The Palm Bay and Deltona metro areas have the highest chance in the nation of seeing housing price cuts, according to CoreLogic.

The cost for home staging has increased 18% in Q1 2024 compared to the previous year, but real estate professionals believe it brings in higher offers.

U.S. renters are less likely to move than they were a decade ago, which is a boom for landlords due to reduced turnover and greater stability.

The CFPB is seeking public input into mortgage closing cost “junk fees.” Mortgage industry trade groups said changes must go through the rule-making process.

A financial-rating agency said it was “cautiously optimistic” about the Florida market, in part due to 2022 legislative reforms and declining Citizens’ policies. 

Florida Realtors said its updated forms reflecting practice changes from the NAR national settlement will be released in mid-June rather than May 31.  

The most popular type of home loan – a conventional mortgage – may cost less in the long run. There are also a variety of loan terms available.

A panel of experts said work from home has negatively impacted commercial real estate, but office-to-housing conversions can help.

Millennials planning to buy a home are moving in with their parents to save money and avoid the hassle of timing a home purchase with the end of a rental lease.

The VA asked mortgage servicers to continue a pause on foreclosures until Dec. 31 to help veterans at risk of losing their homes.

Contract signings retreated in all regions compared to the previous month and one year ago. The Midwest and West saw the largest monthly declines.

The average rate on a 30-year mortgage increased to 7.03% from 6.94% last week. Borrowing costs on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages rose to 6.36% from 6.24% last week.

The Realtor, who is a licensed appraiser and a commercial real estate broker, conducted a lender-ordered appraisal for an owner looking to refinance. Afterwards, owner decided to sell and hired same Realtor. Once under contract, the Realtor didn’t tell the buyer’s lender about serving as both the li

HB 1049 and HB 59, Florida Realtors' 2024 legislative priorities, address flooding disclosures and HOA regulations. HB 293 addresses HOA hurricane protections. 

The sales tax holiday, which runs through June 14, focuses on disaster preparedness supplies, such as portable generators, tarps and flashlights.

When buying your dream home consider more than curb appeal. The home’s size, layout and overall condition should be taken into consideration. 

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