FEMA: Act Now to Prepare for Hurricanes

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is urging Florida homeowners to protect themselves from strong storms, even though hurricane season starts June 1.
Read MoreFlorida Realtors Leadership Academy: 2024 Class

Thirteen Realtors from across the state will enhance their leadership skills and learn more about Florida Realtors through a number of activities and sessions.
Read MoreTips for Financing a Home Remodel

“We're not typically a proponent of debt, but it is okay to take on ‘smart debt,’ especially if you're increasing the value of your home,” one financial planner said.
Read MoreBuyers Are Shopping Again, Finding More Options

Real estate showings are on the rise and mortgage applications are increasing as rates inch down, the Wall Street Journal reported.
Read MoreNearly 32% of Home Sales in Q4 Were Newly Built

New construction accounted for a large share of home sales in 2023 Q4 because homebuilding has increased and the number of homeowners selling has decreased, Redfin said.
Read MoreFlorida Expands Broadband Access Program

The state announced funding that will bring high-speed internet access to additional rural and small communities, which can open doors for homeowners, businesses and remote workers.
Read More4 Florida Communities Among Best-Selling in U.S.

Communities in Lake/Sumter/Marion, Brevard, Volusia and Orange/Osceola topped lists for best-selling in the United States.
Read MoreCan We Use Mickey Mouse in Our Business Now?

Businesses should understand that only the original Steamboat Willie version of Mickey Mouse and the original shirtless Winnie-the-Pooh have entered public domain.
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Real estate professionals can combat racial bias by identifying red flags and equipping buyers and sellers with knowledge about the appraisal process.
Read More Interest Rates and the Real Estate Market

Mortgage interest rates are based on the Federal Reserve’s interest rates. Increasing and decreasing rates have a large impact on buying and selling power.
Read MoreReverse Mortgages: How Do They Work?

Reverse mortgages allow homeowners to borrow money based on their home’s value, but there are many considerations when choosing one.
Read MoreSchool District Plans Affordable Housing

The Monroe County School District is launching an affordable housing project for teachers, a growing trend in Florida and across the nation to attract educators.
Read MoreSales of $100M+ Homes Are Skyrocketing

Sales of homes that exceed $100 million are skyrocketing, with Florida taking a leading spot in closing megadeals.
Read MoreWhat’s In and Out in 2024 Home Design

Some of the newest 2024 design trends including ditching paint completely and turning to other materials, such as wood accents, to jazz up a home.
Read MoreHoning and Leveraging Your Public Image

Build your personal brand, control your online image and connect with local media to ensure you are recognized as an authority in your market.
Read MoreExpanded ‘Cone of Uncertainty’ Tool Unveiled

The National Hurricane Center will start using a new, experimental tool to better convey inland wind and hazards as storms become more severe.
Read MorePowell: Federal Reserve On Track for Rate Cuts

The Federal Reserve chair said the Fed misjudged the duration of the 2021-2022 inflation surge, and the central bank moved too slowly to raise its key rate. Rate cuts could begin in May.
Read MoreFreddie Mac Expands Aid for Low-Income Borrowers

Freddie Mac announced a $2,500 credit to help with down payments and other closing costs.
Read MoreStudy: Florida Rent Prices Begin Declining

A study by Florida Atlantic University found rents in Florida cities have started to go down, but demand is still strong. Jacksonville saw the biggest rent price decline in the nation.
Read MoreMillennials Intent on Homeownership

"More than three-quarters of millennial home buyers would consider an interest rate higher than the national average of about 7%,” the study found.
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