NAR reaffirmed support for MLS transparency as portals expand “coming soon” listings, raising questions about how pre-market strategies fit within existing rules.
Nearly 3 in 10 parents who plan to help financially say a home purchase matters more than college, as high upfront costs make buying harder for younger Americans.
Florida HOAs don’t universally ban paying residents, but rules vary by community, shaping how services are handled and what residents can expect day to day.
Tax scams are rising as AI boosts robocalls, texts and phishing. Officials urge taxpayers to avoid links, verify sources and watch for identity theft signs.
AI tools may streamline transactions, but most buyers and sellers still use agents, as local expertise and negotiation skills remain hard to replace.
Turning images into video helps agents work more efficiently, reuse assets and stay visible without constantly creating new social media posts and marketing materials.
Americans age 70+ now hold the largest share of housing wealth, reflecting years of price growth and leaving some younger buyers facing higher barriers to entry.
Higher mortgage rates are pushing some buyers toward ARMs for lower upfront costs, but future rate changes could raise payments if rates don’t fall.
New home sales fell 17.6% in January nationally, but the South saw a 4.1% yearly gain. Builders are using incentives to offset affordability pressures.
Florida sellers could see higher prices and quicker sales by listing in early to mid-April. Here’s why timing your listing could make a difference this spring.
