Real Estate News
Why Some Homes Sell Quickly – and Others Don’t Sell at All
A few years ago, inventory hit a record low. Just about anything sold – and fast. But now, there are far more homes on the market. Read More
RE Q&A: Who Pays for Tree Damage?
A homeowner isn’t liable for damage from healthy tree roots, even if the tree was planted by the developer. Neighbors may trim encroaching roots at their own cost. Read More
Understanding Fair Housing in Florida
Florida’s Fair Housing Act, enacted in 1983, prohibits housing discrimination based on race, sex, religion, disability, family status and other protected classes. Read More
“Title Pirates” Target Vacant Land in Fraud Trend
Vacant land is the top target for title fraud, as scammers forge deeds to sell properties they don’t own. New alerts and safeguards aim to curb the trend. Read More
High Court Upholds Floorplans ‘Fair Use’ Ruling
The Supreme Court declined to hear a floorplans copyright case, upholding a ruling that found their use in listings is fair use, ending seven years of litigation. Read More
Lender Shopping Could Save Up to $44,000
Realtor.com’s analysis of two million loans also shows improving a credit score and boosting the down payment can offset market factors in shaping mortgage costs. Read More
What Agents Want in a Brokerage
Agents value brokerages with strong leadership, integrity and coaching-focused cultures. Real-time communication, accountability and goal-based training drive success. Read More
Fed Poised to Weigh Another Rate Cut
Mortgage rates eased as the Federal Reserve considers another interest rate cut this month, balancing inflation concerns with slowing employment growth. Read More
FinCEN Residential Real Estate Reporting Delayed
[[{"value":"FinCEN postponed its new rule requiring reports on cash home sales to businesses and trusts until March 1, 2026, giving the industry more time to comply. "}]] Read More