Landlords are allowing select upgrades that enhance rental appeal, strengthen long-term value and encourage lease renewals.

Practical upgrades tied to safety and efficiency can strengthen home value, improve marketability and position sellers more competitively in 2026.

Florida Realtors Live today features a full slate of live, 15-minute Q&A sessions online covering market trends, policy priorities, leadership and AI strategies.

Visitor volumes held firm in the third quarter, led by domestic travel and continued improvement in international arrivals.

Internal Revenue Service advises taxpayers to prepare now for filing changes, including direct-deposit refunds, updated tax laws and new child savings accounts.

Homes with negative equity could create openings for experienced agents, as fewer competitors and options like short sales allow for creative deal structures.

Gmail users can quickly clear clutter using bulk delete, category tabs and search filters to remove old or large messages and free up inbox space.

Higher borrowing and renovation costs, limited inventory and rising competition are squeezing margins, pushing investors to adjust strategies, according to ATTOM.

The state’s insurer of last resort shed about 541,000 policies in 2025 as depopulation and legal reforms shifted coverage back to private insurers.

Expectations improved in December, but inflation and labor market uncertainty continued to shape how Floridians view the economy heading into 2026.

AI is being used to analyze MLS data, create charts, map customer workflows and plan local content, saving time while strengthening market visibility.

Florida Realtors chief economist sees easing rates steadying Fla.’s market; NAR deputy chief economist cites national affordability pressures for first-time buyers.

Smart use of digital calendars helps agents reduce no-shows, improve communication and stay connected with customers through automation, reminders and integrations.

Digitally savvy, repeat buyers now dominate the market, using online research to screen agents before first contact and moving quickly once they engage.  

Florida Realtors takes a member-first approach to technology, pairing practical tools with education to deliver real-world value.

Young buyers are pooling resources as lenders adapt, offering programs for unrelated co-borrowers and credit models that better reflect real-world payment behavior.

AI tools can help professionals define clearer financial targets, break goals into steps and organize planning — with care around data privacy and verification.

Down payment saving timelines have improved since 2022, falling to roughly seven years nationwide as price growth slows.

HOAs can restrict holiday decorations if its rules allow. Review governing documents, ask for clarification and work with neighbors to seek changes.

Pending home sales rose 3.3% in November and 2.6% year over year, with gains in all regions as improving affordability and inventory drew more buyers into the market.