Rental scams are on the rise. Agents who educate renters on red flags can help prevent fraud, protect personal data and strengthen their value in the transaction.
Homebuyers who purchase earlier gain more equity over time, leading to a $119K net worth gap by age 50 compared to those who wait.
Florida Realtors chief economist: For the sixth straight month, closed sales rose for both single-family homes, up 3.9%, and condo-townhouses, up 8.6%.
More listings and cooling price growth may reshape housing conditions this year, giving buyers more options while pushing sellers to price strategically.
Wellness rooms, bold colors and updated outdoor spaces are among the renovation trends shaping homes in 2026, along with simple DIY upgrades like new faucets and cabinet hardware.
The orders direct agencies to cut rules slowing construction and mortgage lending, a move aimed at boosting housing supply and easing affordability challenges.
Consistent outreach, visibility and collaboration can help maintain referral networks, turning introductions into a steady stream of borrowers.
Construction sites may be allowed temporary signs with builder or project info. Local ordinances set limits, and code enforcement can review possible violations.
Despite a delayed state budget, Florida Realtors secures policy wins and protects the RE industry from unintended consequences during the 2026 legislative session.
Rising costs and economic uncertainty weighed on households in early March. The survey offers clues about buyer confidence as the spring homebuying season ramps up.
