Real Estate News
Citizens Insurance Rate Hike Proposed
The proposed increase, on average 13.5%, will go to the state Office of Insurance Regulation for review and potential approval. Read More
Florida Leads Short-Term Rental Markets
AirDNA reports that coastal area short-term rentals were 17% more popular among tourists than hotels. Short-term rentals also attract business travelers. Read More
Biden OKs Florida Disaster Aid for May Storms
Only Leon County is approved for FEMA individual assistance. The Florida Realtors Disaster Relief Fund is accepting applications for 15 North Florida counties. Read More
Redfin: U.S. Home Prices Rising at Slower Pace
Price growth is slowing thanks to a small uptick in new listings as elevated mortgage rates keep buyers at bay Read More
High Mortgage Rates Drag on Builder Confidence
The June HMI survey found 29% of builders cut prices to bolster June sales, the highest share since January 2024 (31%) and well above the May rate of 25% Read More
Setting Financial Boundaries for Returning Kids
Adult children are moving back home due, in part, to rising rents. Decide how much they’ll pay towards the mortgage and their own savings to move out. Read More
Worried About Mortgage Rates? Control the Controllables
Chances are you’re hearing a lot about mortgage rates right now. Read More
Florida Surpasses National Median Sale Price
For the first time in state history, the median sale price for Florida exceeded that of the national number and has stayed there for several months. Read More
What’s Keeping Rates High?
The delay in lowering interest rates is having a significant implication on the economy and housing. Mortgage rates are tied to interest rates. Read More