Real Estate News
More Homeowners Required to Buy Flood Insurance
Borrowers with federally backed mortgages in parts of South Florida, and soon all Citizens customers, must buy flood insurance. Read More
Impact of Fed’s Rate Pause on Buyers and Sellers
The Fed's rate hikes have slowed the housing market, but home prices remain near record levels because home values are not driven just by interest rates. Read More
Bond Rally Could Offer Help for Buyers
Rising bond prices have pushed down treasury yields, which can ultimately drive down mortgage rates. But some investors say the relief could be short lived. Read More
What Amenities Do Luxury Homebuyers Want?
More than half of luxury homebuyers would be unlikely to make an offer on a home with an outdated kitchen. They want kitchen islands and upgraded appliances. Read More
Do Elections Impact the Housing Market?
The 2024 Presidential election is just months away. Read More
Consumer Sentiment Sees Slight Declined in June
Early results from the University of Michigan’s consumer sentiment index show sentiment is currently about 31% above the trough seen in June 2022. Read More
DeSantis Signs Condo Board, Association Bill
A new law requires condo board education and gives the state more investigative powers to tamp down on abuses of power and other provisions. Read More
MLS, Brokerage Reminder: Settlement Opt in Today
Today (June 18) is the deadline for MLSs and brokerages to opt in for the NAR settlement. Read the important instructions below. Read More
Relief in Sight for Florida Homeowners
The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (OIR) reported a downward trend in requests for homeowners’ insurance rate increases, and Citizens policies are decreasing. Read More