Real Estate News

 Rates on 30-year fixed mortgages fell to 6.23% from 6.3% last week, while 15-year rates dropped to 5.58% from 5.65%, giving buyers more breathing room.  Read More  

 [[{"value":"Fresh paint, cleanup, lighting and simple landscaping can make a home look more inviting without requiring a major pre-listing investment.  "}]]  Read More  

 In a slower market, sharper prospecting, clearer expectations and steadier negotiation can help agents hold deals together and protect business.  Read More  

 Florida leaders say budget progress continues, but no immediate return to Tallahassee is planned, leaving timing up for continuing negotiations.  Read More  

 A new Florida law allows homes on certain agricultural land surrounded by development, creating more housing opportunities and aligning property use with nearby growth.  Read More  

 About 85% of homeowners say they didn’t have key information before buying, with common gaps around down payments, costs and financing options.  Read More  

 The region, including Florida, saw the strongest gains, with signings up 3.9% monthly and 2.3% yearly as job growth and price cuts drove activity.  Read More  

 Redistricting, budget talks and a packed special session agenda mean a property tax proposal is still in the works and might not be ready until late May.  Read More