NAR’s ‘First-Time Buyer’ Now Streaming

In its fifth season, the docuseries follows rookie home shoppers as they navigate complex transactions with the help of agents who are Realtors.
Read MoreU.S. Home Prices Rose Toward End of 2024

Home prices rose 3.8% in November 2024, up from 3.6% in October. Experts predict a slowdown in 2025 as mortgage rates rise. Tampa saw a 0.4% decline.
Read MoreReport Examines Migration Role in Fla. Prices

A Florida Realtors' three-part series shows how Florida’s newest residents, mostly working-age adults, drove up median home prices in some regions.
Read MoreBuyers, Agents Watching Rates in 2025

Today's rates are far from record highs, which peaked at 18.63% in October 1981. Agents are overwhelmingly optimistic about the 2025 market.
Read MoreFashion Trends Influencing Interior Design

2025 fashion trends are shaping interior design with bold colors, textures, minimalist and retro styles, sustainability and maximalism for personalized spaces.
Read MoreNew NAR Guide Helps Sellers Prepare for Success

Do your sellers have questions about the process? NAR’s latest Consumer Guide provides straightforward and helpful answers.
Read MoreMortgage Rates Ease for Second Week

The rate on 30-year mortgages fell to 6.95% from 6.96% last week, Freddie Mac said. Rates on 15-year mortgages fell to 6.12% from 6.16% last week.
Read MorePending Home Sales Fell 5.5% in December

All four U.S. regions saw month-over-month transaction losses, NAR’s chief economist said. High mortgage rates haven’t reduced demand, thanks to more cash deals.
Read MoreRedfin: Typical Home Sells in Nearly 2 Months

Homes are taking longer to sell largely because housing costs are so expensive and there’s a limited supply, Redfin said. It’s the slowest pace in 5 years.
Read MoreAnother New Insurer Enters Florida Market

Mangrove Property Insurance marks the 11th insurer entering the market since the legislative changes. Florida has more than 7.55 million residential policies.
Read MoreCourt Cancels New Robocall Rules, Back to FCC

An appeals court vacated the portion of the TCPA that required new robocall and robotext consent rules and remanded the issue back to the FCC.
Read MoreNew Year Brings More Inventory to the Market

Realtor.com: The number of newly listed homes rose 37.5% month-over-month. Florida has three of the five markets in the U.S. with the highest share of price cuts.
Read MoreFed Leaves Interest Rates Unchanged

The Fed will keep its federal funds rate target at 4.25% to 4.50% to promote maximum employment and maintain 2% inflation over the long term.
Read MoreMarketing Tips to Find Renters

To find quality renters, set competitive prices, market across multiple platforms and create a satisfactory tenant experience.
Read MoreMaking Every Moment Count in Real Estate

Real estate pros can stand out by specializing in a niche and using the 5-5-5 strategy: calls, messages and meetings to build leads and client trust.
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Interior experts say timeless design trends, including cozy spaces, wallpaper and smaller homes, are making a comeback.
Read More Journey to an 808 Credit Score

Building and maintaining a good credit score requires consistent financial discipline and a clear understanding of the factors influencing credit scoring models.
Read MoreHome Sellers Using Concessions to Get to Closing

Some buyers are looking for better deals to counter higher mortgage rates. Seller concessions cover certain costs associated with a home purchase.
Read MoreHome Price Growth Slows as Rates Cool Demand

U.S. home prices rose 4.2% year-over-year, but growth is slowing due to high mortgage rates, according to the FHFA House Price Index.
Read MoreConsumer Confidence Dipped Again in January

Consumers had been feeling increasingly confident until the past two months, spending more leading to the holiday shopping season, the Conference Board said.
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