Saving for a home starts with covering basics like emergency funds and debt, then building a down payment fund through budgeting and smart savings tools.

Real estate scams are on the rise, from wire fraud to fake rentals. Verify wiring instructions, check property records and be cautious with unsolicited emails.

When you encounter a buyer who has already signed an exclusive agreement with a brokerage firm, remember a Realtor®’s ethical duty to avoid interfering with another firm’s exclusive relationship.

When you encounter a buyer who has already signed an exclusive agreement with a brokerage firm, remember a Realtor®’s ethical duty to avoid interfering with another firm’s exclusive relationship.

When a Listing Broker took the listing, the Seller made it very clear what price they wanted the property to be listed and sold. After weeks of marketing the property, the Listing Broker concluded the property was overpriced. The Listing Broker shared this opinion with their sales team but failed to

A converted garage that wasn’t properly permitted can lead to citations, but options may include retroactive permits, compliance or legal action.

A growing number of Florida HOAs are using license plate readers and speed cameras to fine speeders on private roads, prompting legal and privacy concerns.

Fed Chair Jerome Powell hinted at a possible interest rate cut, a move that could help mortgage rates, and emphasized a cautious approach is necessary.

The home theater market is set to reach $66B by 2027. Homeowners are adding screens, surround sound, recliners and smart lighting for a cinematic experience.

A growing number of agents are using virtual assistants for marketing, scheduling, client communication and transaction coordination.

Homeowners should consider remodeling costs versus moving, factoring in home value, equity and lifestyle needs before deciding.

The state ranks among the most fun in the nation, leading in restaurants, attractions and festivals, offering residents plenty of activities and recreation options.

Florida Realtors’ data: No major shifts in trends seen in past months, as economic uncertainty and mortgage interest rates hovering around 6.5% remain factors.

Moving can be stressful for children, but it also provides a growth opportunity. Make it easier by creating daily routines and communicating continuously.

Rates on 30-year mortgages remain unchanged from last week at 6.58%, while borrowing costs on 15-year mortgages dropped to 5.69% from 5.71%, Freddie Mac said.

National home sales ticked up in July, led by steady month-over-month growth in the South, Northeast and West. Inventory reached its highest since 2020.

Homeowners are upgrading bathrooms with spa-like features, including filtration systems and aromatherapy, to create spaces for daily rest and wellness.

AI-driven social engineering is rising, using deepfakes and hyper-personalized attacks. Stay alert and verify requests to avoid being scammed.

Boost your home’s first impression, aka curb appeal, with simple updates like fresh paint, stone pathways and colorful plants to create a welcoming, stylish yard.

Cape Coral–based Vision Insurance Exchange is set to launch in November, writing policies statewide, except for Monroe County, as Florida’s market stabilizes.