Real Estate News
Florida Short About 121K Housing Units
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Consumers Grow More Cautious on Economy
U.S. consumer sentiment fell more than expected in April, signaling rising concern about finances that could slow spending, including big purchases like homes. Read More
Lower Mortgage Rates Could Nudge Spring Activity
The dip in mortgage rates may give buyers more room and offer a modest lift as the spring housing market continues to gain traction. Read More
Lower Rates Could Nudge Spring Activity
The dip in mortgage rates may give buyers more room and offer a modest lift as the spring housing market continues to gain traction. Read More
Real Estate Q&A: Can HOAs Ban Work Trucks?
States like Florida limit HOA bans on work vehicles. Vague rules or improper notice could make fines unenforceable, giving owners room to challenge. Read More
How Deck Problems Can Reshape a Sale
What looks like a minor deck issue can turn into an expensive project, with hidden structural problems, labor and materials quickly driving up costs. Read More
When Buying a Home Feels Out of Reach, Some Families Do This Instead
For a lot of people, the math on buying a home just doesn’t really work right now. Read More
Mortgage Rates Ease After Five-Week Climb
The average 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate dropped to 6.37% from 6.46% last week, while 15-year rates dropped to 5.74% from 5.77%, according to Freddie Mac. Read More
Fed Officials See Rising Case for Rate Increases
Fed minutes show growing concern that inflation could stay elevated, a shift that could delay rate cuts and ultimately keep mortgage rates higher. Read More