It’s a slight gain, but NAR’s chief economist says pending sales “remain at historically low levels.” Year-over-year, pending transactions were down 11%.

Albany, N.Y., homes went under contract in 8 days in Sept., followed by Rochester (9) and Grand Rapids, Mich. (9). In 8 Fla. metros, it ranged from 25-58 days.

The average for a 30-year, fixed-rate loan moved higher for the seventh week in a row. Last week it averaged 7.63%; a year ago, it was 7.08%.

The economy more than doubled from its 2Q growth rate of 2.1% – but inflation also dropped to 2.4%. Some economists think 3Q is the high water mark before a slowdown.

To boost security, HUD Homestore and other loan tools will require users to prove their identity. HUD will send a code to registered devices that users must confirm.

Follow up until people “buy, die or file a restraining order,” says one RE coach – and basic skills aren’t enough to succeed in today’s rapidly changing market.

Life is more fun in Fla., a concept made flesh by “Florida Man” – the guy always doing something crazy. Now a St. Augustine “game” will make him real.

The My Safe Florida Home program has more applications than funding, but the Legislature may consider more money during a recently scheduled special session.

It’s okay to include a floor plan in a listing, ruled an appeals judge. He said it's “fair use” and doesn’t infringe on architectural-design copyright laws.

A Texas hotspot (Austin) lost residents for the first time, while Orlando, North Port-Sarasota, Tampa, Cape Coral and Miami made the top 10 for incoming residents.

With too-few existing homes listed for sale, more homebuyers opted for new construction, which saw sales rise 12.3% month-to-month and 33.9% year-to-year.

The state’s “insurer of last resort” is a last resort for fewer Floridians. Recent depopulation efforts have reduced its coverage count by almost 100K policies.

South Fla. buyers see some relief in the face of rising mortgage rates. In Miami-Dade, Sept. median-home prices fell to $600K after hitting $620K in Aug.

The U.S. consumer agency is accepting comments on a proposed rule that would allow individuals to control their personal information and decide when to share it.

The acronym starts with “S” for “Study your ideal client,” says Realtor Jimmy Burgess. Then go for “W” – “Who’s winning in other markets??

The highest mortgage rates in two decades have started to take a toll, and by the end of 2024, total existing-home sales will probably be the weakest since 2011.

The U.S. had 1M housing units under construction in Sept. Rent in many areas with multiple construction projects is stagnating and, in a few cases, falling.

Remote work, the only viable pandemic option, is now a workplace perk for many people – but more and more employers are requiring a return to the office.

GTOs require title companies to verify actual buyers of property. FinCEN extended its order to April 2024 and added 8 Fla. Gulf Coast counties to the list.

Mortgage Bankers’ 3Q report finds office mortgage-delinquency rates passing retail and hotel – but multifamily and industrial delinquencies remain below 1%.