With rates shifting and 2026 changes ahead, homeowners nearing retirement face a tougher refinance call. Here’s what could tip the balance.

Agent engagement is less about office time and more about tailored leadership. Here’s how brokerages should be adapting to different production levels.

Mortgage rates are back in the 5% range, but inflation data suggests they should be rising. Here’s what’s quietly driving the drop and what it could mean next.

Worn or dingy carpet can quietly drag down a home’s first impression. A few smart habits can help floors look fresher before buyers walk in.

The 30-year average fell to 5.98% and the 15-year to 5.44%, a shift that could boost buyer demand, lift seller confidence and spark spring activity.

Florida Realtors’ forms now reflect new federal reporting for certain non-financed sales and updates to the Qualifying Improvements Rider. Watch the explainer video.

AI can automate posts, sharpen ad targeting and streamline customer replies. Learn how to use it wisely to raise engagement and return on investment.

Home inspections have limits. Before choosing to buy without one, understand what may be missed and how that decision can get expensive.

Outdoor living is in demand. See how hardscaping can improve function, manage drainage and strengthen resale appeal.

Florida Realtors committees influence advocacy, contracts and programs statewide. Learn how to apply during a Feb. 27 webinar at 1 p.m.

Confidence rose modestly in February after January’s slide, but key warning signs persist even as some consumer spending plans gain traction.

In Florida’s competitive market, curb appeal counts. The right plants and privacy trees can help a home stand out before buyers even step inside.

Forget viral stunts. Build a powerhouse real estate brand through small, daily habits and consistent, value-driven actions that keep you top-of-mind with every lead.

Luxury home sales jumped in South Florida, fueled by cash purchases and high-profile buyers, helping steer pricing and strategy statewide.

A mid-lease sale doesn’t automatically end your rental agreement. Here’s what tenants should know about their rights, deposits and purchase offers.

A New York judge denied Compass’s bid to block Zillow’s private-listing rule, allowing Zillow to keep enforcing one-day MLS sharing while the antitrust case continues.

Rock-bottom rates, higher incomes or lower prices. Experts say the shifts needed to restore affordability are unlikely, leaving ownership out of reach for many.

Improving affordability is giving buyers more options. In Florida and nationwide, more homes now fall within reach of median-income households, new research shows.

Fourth-quarter FHFA data show home values increased year over year, with 41 states posting gains, though growth varied and was softer in parts of Florida.

A quieter approach to wallpaper is helping staged spaces stand out, adding texture and charm without taking over a room.