Real Estate News
How the Economy Impacts Mortgage Rates
As someone who’s thinking about buying or selling a home, you’re probably paying close attention to mortgage rates – and wondering what's ahead. Read More
Webinars: Buyer Broker Agreements Explained
Join the Florida Realtors® legal team for an online discussion about the amended Buyer Broker Agreements. The free webinars will be held Monday and Tuesday. Read More
Mortgage Rates See First Uptick in Three Weeks
The average rate on a 30-year mortgage rose to 6.78% from 6.77% last week, while costs on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages rose to 6.07% from 6.05%. Read More
Florida AG Warns of Vacation Rental Scams
Scammers are posting fake listings for properties that are not available for rent. Verify the listing and conduct online searches to ensure the listing is real. Read More
Survey: Financial Education Gaps Fuels Inequality
A Credit Sesame survey suggests Americans from underserved communities lack equal access to financial education, hindering their ability to secure credit. Read More
Tampa, Miami Areas Lead Post-Pandemic Rent Surge
Median asking rent across the U.S. fell -0.4% in June, but Tampa and Miami saw the highest percentage increase in rents from June 2019 to June 2024. Read More
South, Central Fla. Lead Post-Pandemic Rent Surge
Median asking rent across the U.S. fell -0.4% in June, but Tampa and Miami saw the highest percentage increase in rents from June 2019 to June 2024. Read More
Luxury Home Prices Spike 9%, Inventory Grows
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Typical U.S. Homebuyer’s Monthly Payment Drops
Redfin said monthly housing payments are falling as mortgage rates decline, but many house hunters remain on the sidelines. Read More