Real Estate News
Cities Converting Old Hospitals Into Housing
Closed hospitals, with ideal features for housing, are being converted due to low inventory. In 2023, hospital conversions received $161M in tax credits. Read More
Price Cuts May Help Buyers Negotiate This Spring
Sellers cut prices as new listings rise 4.2% year over year. Median list price dipped to $412K. Homes stay on market longer but still move faster than pre-pandemic. Read More
SBA Extends Disaster Loan Application Deadline
The SBA extends the deadline to April 27, 2025, for businesses, homeowners and renters in 48 Florida counties for Hurricane Helene and Milton relief. Read More
HUD Secretary Vows to Ease Rules, Boost Supply
Scott Turner, in one of his first official speeches, highlighted private sector solutions and efficiency to address housing affordability. Read More
Florida Consumer Sentiment Drops in February
Floridians’ opinions about current economic conditions were mixed. Their views of future economic conditions are more pessimistic, a UF analysis found. Read More
Upfront Costs Block Homeownership
A new survey finds 81% of aspiring homeowners say down payments and closing costs are major obstacles, with Gen Xers and lower earners most affected. Read More
Is a Newly Built Home Right for You? The Pros and Cons
When searching for a home, you don’t want to skip over new builds as an option. Read More
2025 Legislative Session Kicks Off
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Decorate Like a Designer
Luxury home fashions blend quality, sustainability and affordability. Invest in craftsmanship, use rugs, update lighting and add a pop of color. Read More