Scammers target victims through calls, texts, emails and data breaches, among others. Knowing the signs can help protect personal information.

Great listing photos can help your home stand out online. Hire an agent who uses a pro photographer and prep the space to make it look inviting and clutter-free.

Sentiment among remodelers declined slightly, though overall conditions remain generally positive despite economic uncertainty and elevated interest rates.

Nonbank lenders are playing a bigger role in commercial property finance, offering flexibility but raising concerns about default and risk.

Home inspections can rattle buyers, but most issues are minor or fixable. A calm, informed agent can help keep deals from falling apart.

Florida is home to five of the fastest-growing U.S. metros, with Orlando, North Port, Cape Coral, Lakeland and Deltona taking top spots.

Agents should focus on consumer-centered posts, avoid politics, engage followers and mix personal with real estate content to build trust.

Attracting mosquito-eating birds and bats to your yard is one way to boost your defenses against mosquitos. Don’t forget to remove standing water.

The state’s population growth is reshaping real estate, compelling agents to adopt digital tools and social media to attract younger buyers and boost engagement.

Scams are growing more sophisticated, but experts say steps like limiting data sharing, freezing credit and using two-factor authentication can help.

Gardening without a plan can be a fun, low-stress way to add biodiversity to a yard, but the results can vary. Share these trends as a possible curb appeal boost.

Florida is among the top states seeing new construction price declines, creating potential opportunities for buyers as builders adjust to market conditions.

Affordability headwinds persist as the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rises again, yet the stream of mortgage applicants remains stronger than in 2024.

Builders remained cautious as elevated interest rates and affordability challenges continued in July. Buyer traffic fell to its lowest level since 2022.

Single-family starts hit their lowest since July 2024, but overall starts rose 4.6% thanks to a 30% surge in multifamily building.

The bill that makes permanent the VA’s temporary policy letting veterans pay their real estate agents directly is headed to the president’s desk.

Renovation costs are rising, but affordable upgrades are possible. Planning, creativity and DIY strategies can help homeowners save without sacrificing results.

Mortgage rates rose this week, but steady inflation data suggests a more stable outlook. Buyers may benefit from clearer signals in the months ahead.

Trey Goldman now will oversee Florida Realtors’ legislative and regulatory advocacy-related efforts in Tallahassee. He previously served as legislative counsel. 

Rates on 30-year mortgages rate ticked up to 6.75% from 6.72% last week while rates on 15-year mortgages increased to 5.92% from 5.86%.