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

Big retailers have begun to sense more caution from customers, particularly those with lower incomes, who are pulling back on spending.

Fractional homeownership – or cobuying – isn’t anything new but today it’s aimed at wealthier people looking to buy a second home.

Building a savings account doesn’t have to be challenging. Find small ways to save, including by setting auto transfers to an earmarked account.

Don’t let homebuying interfere with a summer vacation. Some of the ways to create a balance is by asking a trusted professional or friend to help.

The National Weather Service said three tornadoes ripped through Tallahassee. The disaster relief fund is available to Realtors, Realtor boards/associations and their staff.

Amendment 5 on November’s ballot provides an increase in the value of homestead exemptions by adjustments to match inflation.

The gap between new mortgage rates (7.1%) and the average outstanding (3.8%) is the highest since the 1980s. Interest rates impact mortgage rates.

The director of the National Hurricane Center said everyone in Florida, no matter where in the state, is at risk for storm damage. The season starts June 1.

Choosing the right roofing material for a Florida home requires careful consideration of the local climate, budget and personal preferences.

HUD warned tenant screeners, housing providers and advertisers of possible Fair Housing Act violations when using AI.

Industry leaders said AI and AR will continue to be important in real estate and stressed the importance of embracing new technology.

The state reviewed claims to Heritage Property & Casualty Insurance following Hurricane Ian and found the company violated Florida insurance laws.  

Agents can become more confident though leadership that provides guidance, mentorship and support.

Homeowner spending on renovations and repairs will fall to $449 billion this year – a roughly 7% drop from 2023. Remodeling spending is tied to home sales.

The Drive With NAR podcast series now includes episodes that cover the proposed settlement agreement. NAR is also offering its ABR designation course for free.

Borrowing costs on 30-year and 15-year mortgages declined this week to 7.09% and 6.38% respectively after five weeks of increases.

With the start of hurricane season just weeks away, homeowners should prepare their homes, including inspecting their roofs.

Among the major U.S. regions, the South registered the largest share of single-family existing-home sales (46%) in the first quarter.

Christine Hansen, who served as Florida Realtors president in 2018, was elected 2025 first vice president of the National Association of Realtors.