Real Estate News
Stuck in a Starter Home
Homeowners who are unable to upgrade are staying put. Those looking for starter homes are finding only fixer-uppers. Investors and all-cash buyers are leading. Read More
June is National Homeownership Month
Across Florida and U.S., Realtors help commemorate the importance of homeownership and housing opportunities for individuals, families and their communities. Read More
More Than a House: The Emotional Benefits of Homeownership
With all the headlines and talk about housing affordability, it can be tempting to get lost in the financial side of buying a home. Read More
June Mortgage Rates Could Be Turbulent
The monthly consumer price index (CPI) and the Fed’s monetary policy committee meeting on June 12 could fuel volatility in mortgage rates. Read More
Program Updates to My Safe Florida Home
Changes to the My Safe Florida Home Program allow homeowners to choose any state-certified contractor and distribute the funding directly. Read More
Business Rent Tax Reduction Guidance Released
A reduction in the state’s business lease tax began Saturday, weeks earlier than originally planned. Florida Realtors has long advocated for the cut. Read More
2 Florida Cities Due for Housing Price Drop
The Palm Bay and Deltona metro areas have the highest chance in the nation of seeing housing price cuts, according to CoreLogic. Read More
Will Staging Help Your Home Sell for More?
The cost for home staging has increased 18% in Q1 2024 compared to the previous year, but real estate professionals believe it brings in higher offers. Read More
Redfin: Renters Are Staying Put Longer
U.S. renters are less likely to move than they were a decade ago, which is a boom for landlords due to reduced turnover and greater stability. Read More