Real Estate News
Hometown Heroes Housing Program Reopens
Eligible first-time buyers can receive up to $35k for down payments and closing costs through the Hometown Heroes Housing program, a Florida Realtors priority. Read More
Single-Family Starts Edge Slightly Higher
Housing starts increased 5.2% in July but affordability remains a challenge. Combined single- and multifamily starts fell 2.4% in the South YTD. Read More
July New Home Mortgage Applications Increase
Mortgage applications jumped by 6.8% YoY in July and 7% from June, driven by slightly lower mortgage rates and more newly built inventory. Read More
Great Gifts For New Homeowners
Agents can strengthen customer connections after closing with thoughtful gifts that include kitchen gadgets, cozy decor and practical household items. Read More
Adjustable-Rate Mortgages Making a Comeback
About 10% of mortgage applications are now for adjustable-rate mortgages, above 2010s levels, with longer intro rates and tighter borrower screening. Read More
More Contracts Are Falling Through. Here’s How To Get Ahead.
When you sell a house, the last thing you want is for the deal to fall apart right before closing. Read More
Mortgage Rates Fall: Is It Enough for Buyers?
With rates declining last week and mortgage applications for home purchases up, there's hope on the horizon for slow markets, NAR said. Read More
Builder Confidence Plateaus in August
High mortgage rates, weak buyer traffic and supply challenges kept builder sentiment low, with price cuts and sales incentives remaining common, the NAHB said. Read More
Florida Home Insurer Wants Steep Rate Decreases
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