Real Estate News
More Buyers Touring, Applying for Mortgages
Redfin found an uptick in early stage homebuying activity after the election, despite high home prices and mortgage rates. Read More
Why Owning a Home Is Worth It in the Long Run
Today’s mortgage rates and home prices may have you second-guessing whether it's still a good idea to buy a home right now. Read More
Condo Owners: Can We Sell Our Fla. Condo Remotely?
Real estate Q&A: Yes, but it requires more planning and take precautions. Someone you trust could act on your behalf, or there are remote online notarization options. Read More
BOI Reporting Rule Halted
A U.S. District Court’s prelim injunction has stopped enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act and the BOI. NAR’s BOI Compliance webinar remain on for Dec. 10. Read More
U.S. Average 30-year Mortgage Rate Falls to 6.69%
It’s the lowest level since late Oct.; last week it was 6.81%. The average 15-year mortgage interest rate fell to 5.96%. Rates mostly have been rising in recent weeks. Read More
Legislative Proposal Would Nix State Park Plans
The bill would strike golf courses, tennis courts, pickleball courts and ball fields from recreational uses at state parks, and limit camping cabins’ occupancy to six. Read More
Fla. Insurance Head: No New Legislative Reforms Yet
Commissioner Yaworsky says the state needs to analyze previous reforms, which seem to be boosting the private insurance market, before lawmakers introduce new efforts. Read More
Real Estate Business Looking Positive in 2025
Recent mortgage rate forecasts have been optimistic and some economists expect the number of homes sold to reach 5.4M this year, an increase of 14% YoY. Read More
When Will Mortgage Rates Come Down?
One of the biggest questions on everyone’s minds right now is: when will mortgage rates come down? Read More