CFPB: Some Mortgages Underinsured for Floods

Homeowners facing flooding from rivers and creeks are more likely to be underinsured than coastal residents, a new report found.
Read MoreIRS Extends Florida Tax Deadline

Florida taxpayers, including small businesses, have until May 1, 2025, to file their 2023 and 2024 federal tax returns and pay any taxes owed.
Read MoreTikTok Alternatives Gaining Popularity

Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts are popular options for creating short-form videos for quick, engaging content.
Read MoreAfter Slowdown, Office Pace Picks Up

Florida, especially South Florida, shows strong office space demand despite national vacancy highs, mostly due to the state’s pro-business atmosphere.
Read MoreMost Millennials Doubt They Can Afford a Home

A new survey found 96% of millennial home buyers have concerns about purchasing a home, with 44% worried about finding an affordable home.
Read MoreFlorida Home to Hottest Luxury ZIP Codes

Areas that include Longboat Key, Boca Raton and Inlet Beach near Destin have seen luxury-market growth in the last year.
Read MoreBeware Housing Scams as a Growing Threat

Scammers use the internet to target renters with fake listings on popular housing websites and specialized rental apps.
Read MoreHome Price Growth Reaccelerates in Q4

The housing market needs mortgage rates to decrease to help unwind the lock-in effect and thaw the supply of existing homes for sale, Fannie Mae said.
Read MoreTax Prep Tips for Easy, Low-Stress Filing

Tax season can be less stressful with early prep. Avoid scams, use tax software and consider HSAs to reduce your tax burden.
Read MoreHow Renters Secure Their Financial Future

Renters can improve their finances by growing their credit score and contributing to retirement accounts, among other strategies.
Read MoreRemodeling Before Selling? Think Small

Some agents say homeowners shouldn’t invest too much in renovations because some upgrades may not yield better offers.
Read MoreIRS: Jan. 27 Starts the 2025 Tax Season

The IRS also said it is expanding its program that allows some people to file their taxes directly with the agency for free.
Read MoreBenefits of Being Locked In – Resiliency

Research shows the timing of a home purchase plays a significant role in an owner’s ability to weather the increasing hidden costs of homeownership.
Read MoreRE Q&A: Why Two Types of Title Insurance?

Some buyers question the need for an owner’s title policy since their lender has one, but it’s necessary for asset protection.
Read MoreHUD: $14M for Homeless Aid Post Florida Storms

Funding will help provide shelter to people displaced by Hurricane Helene and Milton, and support those experiencing homelessness with stable housing options.
Read MoreRise of the Instagram-Ready Home

Home has become a place to show off on social media. But how do you balance a home that’s designed to elicit envy against one that is also functional for life?
Read MoreBridging the Post-COVID Social Gaps

Agents who leverage events, such as pet parties or bagel breakfasts, can build relationships and generate new business.
Read MoreBoost Marketing with AI Video Tools for Agents

Canva's AI-powered video tools help real estate agents create professional content quickly, with easy templates and tutorials for platforms like TikTok and YouTube.
Read MoreShielding Your Business from Cyber Threats

Take extra steps, including using multi-factor authentication and a VPN, to secure your personal devises from hacks.
Read MoreU.S. Consumer Sentiment Dips Slightly

Year-ahead inflation expectations increased from 2.8% last month to 3.3% this month, according to the Consumer Sentiment Index by the University of Michigan.
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