Real Estate News
Housing Payments More Affordable
Falling mortgage rates have pushed the median U.S. housing payment down near its lowest level since January. Pending home sales have yet to improve. Read More
How Do Interest Rate Cuts Help Housing?
A Fed rate cut, expected in mid-September, could boost the housing market by indirectly lowering mortgage rates. Lower rates could stimulate supply and demand Read More
Are Pickleball Courts Good for a Sale?
There’s disagreement about whether the sports craze is a benefit for home sales, with some saying the noise hurts property values. Read More
Why Credit Scores Are Crucial to Home Buying
Most buyers need a score of 620 or above to qualify for a conventional mortgage. FHA loans could get approve with a score as low as 500. Read More
October: This Year’s Best Time to Buy
Although the 2024 homebuying season was relatively slow, this fall is poised to bring lower mortgage rates and more for-sale inventory, Realtor.com said. Read More
The Real Story Behind What’s Happening with Home Prices
If you’re wondering what’s going on with home prices lately, you’re definitely not the only one. Read More
Report: Baby Boomers Reluctant to Sell
Only 19% of baby boomers think they could have afforded a home in a market like today's, yet 71% believe younger generations could if they didn't spend frivolously. Read More
Florida Boasts Safe, Family-Friendly Cities
Three Florida cities out of 188 nationwide ranked among the highest for desirability, affordability, safety and public education. Read More
Florida Realtors Member Profile: By the Numbers
The typical Realtor in Florida is female with nine years of experience and owns her own home, according to new research by Florida Realtors economists. Read More