Why Fresh Paint Still Rules in Home Sales

A new poll found that three out of four agents say repainting the interior can add the most value before a sale, with neutral tones remaining the top choice.
Read MoreNew Jobs Report Opens Door to Rate Cut

U.S. job growth slowed in August and unemployment rose to 4.3%, boosting expectations of a Fed rate cut that may ease mortgage rates for homebuyers.
Read MoreSmart Ways to Cut Homebuying Costs

Buying a home costs more than a down payment. Experts suggest comparing lenders, exploring FHA, VA or USDA loans, aid programs and seller concessions.
Read MoreRE Q&A: What to Do After Neighbor Cuts Hedge?

If a neighbor trims your hedge without consent, it may be trespass. Document the damage, check property lines and local laws and consider mediation or legal action.
Read MoreAI Tools Opening Doors for Hispanic Buyers

New AI tools aim to help Hispanic and underserved buyers overcome language barriers, navigate lending rules and secure mortgages faster.
Read MoreRealtor Safety Starts with Smart Practices

September is Realtor Safety Month, a reminder for agents to use tools and best practices to stay safe on the job year-round.
Read MoreMortgage Rates Slide, Buyers Gain Edge

The average rate on a 30-year mortgage fell to 6.5% from 6.56%, while borrowing costs on 15-year mortgages slipped to 5.6% from 5.69%.
Read MoreHouse Panel to Look at Property Taxes

A Florida House panel will meet in September to discuss property taxes. Gov. DeSantis seeks a 2026 ballot measure to cut them.
Read MoreAgents Shifting to Connection-First Marketing

Real estate agents are moving away from high-volume tactics for approaches like the 3-3-3 Rule, personalizing outreach to build authentic, lasting client ties.
Read MoreHome Remodels Can Put Couples to the Test

A new survey finds home renovations often spark disagreements. Real estate pros can help couples navigate decisions and reduce tension.
Read MoreFlorida’s Springs Threatened by Pollution, Growth

Florida has more than 1,000 springs that provide drinking water and recreation. Pollution, growth and climate change are straining the aquifer.
Read MoreHome Trashed as Owner Struggled to Evict Tenant

Compassion for a homeless family turned into a months-long legal battle over eviction that left a Florida property owner with a damaged home and strained finances.
Read MoreU.S. Job Openings Slip in July

Employers posted 7.2M job vacancies in July – down from 7.4M in June and below economists’ forecast – as the American labor market continues to cool.
Read MoreInsurance Claims Handling Leads to Fines

State regulators finalized agreements requiring 3 more property insurers to pay fines because of violating claims-handling laws after Hurricanes Ian and Idalia.
Read MoreWhy Selling an Inherited House May Take Longer

Selling an inherited house may face challenges from the probate process, uncertainty about how much to list the home for or who to sell to – having a plan helps.
Read MoreWrite a Real Estate Case Study That Wins Clients

Walking through a previous transaction via a strong study can demonstrate how an agent managed challenges, overcame issues and reached a successful outcome.
Read MoreCan’t Pay A Condo Assessment? What’s Next?

RE Q&A: Owners are required to pay special assessments. Boards may allow payment plans, while options such as reverse mortgages or selling may help manage costs.
Read MoreMortgage Rates Fall on Fed Cut Speculation

The average 30-year mortgage rate dipped to the lowest rate in months as markets increasingly expect a Federal Reserve rate cut in September.
Read MoreFlorida Consumer Sentiment at Three-Year High

The latest confidence index from UF found Floridians are feeling more optimistic about their personal finances and about the economy in the next year.
Read MoreNAHB: Single-Family Construction Down in 2Q

Most regions posted declines, with the largest drop - 3.8% - in large metros, where multifamily output also fell. But most other markets saw multifamily growth.
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