Real Estate News
T.S. Rafael Forms, Expanded Help for Self-Employed
The storm may have limited impacts on Florida as recovery efforts for Hurricanes Milton and Helene continue and independent contractors get more FEMA aid. Read More
Groups: Wetlands Permitting Ruling Should Stand
Environmental groups urged a federal appeals court to uphold a ruling that the EPA wrongly shifted wetland permitting to Florida, violating the Endangered Species Act. Read More
General Revenue Tops Expectations
Florida's general revenue reached nearly $4.176 billion in September, exceeding expectations by $28.4 million, and remained largely unaffected by Hurricane Helene. Read More
Survey: More Owners Remodeling Rather Than Moving
Many homeowners would rather do smaller projects themselves, such as interior painting and installing light fixtures, to save money instead of hiring a pro. Read More
Baby Boomers Fuel Home Buying in These Fla. Cities
Baby boomers are buying homes in three Florida metros – Jacksonville, Tampa and Orlando – at a faster rate compared to other regions, a new survey found. Read More
Renter Households Outpace Owners Nationally
Redfin: Rentership rates are lower in metros where it’s more affordable to buy a home. Cape Coral has the lowest share of renter households among metros analyzed. Read More
Is a Fixer Upper Right for You?
Looking to buy a home but feeling like almost everything is out of reach? Read More
Federal Reserve Set to Cut Rates Again
The Federal Reserve meets later this week and is expected to cut their benchmark rate by a quarter-point. Interest rates impact mortgage rates. Read More
First-Time Buyers at 24%, Age Hits Record High
A record high 26% of buyers paid cash for their home and 17% purchased a multigenerational home, according to NAR’s new 2024 buyers and sellers profile. Read More