Florida also ranked first 10th for future economic outlook. The rankings were fueled by strong domestic migration, job growth and gains in economic output, while the state’s tax and regulatory environment also helped boost its standing.
While most homeowners with low mortgage rates say they plan to stay put, surveys suggest lifestyle shifts and affordability concerns may eventually drive more listings.
Buyers turned to new builds in March as existing-home inventory stayed limited and mortgage rates eased slightly.
While shared branding and lead flow matter, strong teams develop clear roles, build trust, improve processes and focus on work that directly drives business.
NAR: The national median single-family existing-home price rose slightly – up 0.5% YoY – to $404,300, down from 1.2% annual growth in 4Q 2025.
NAHB: The latest data shows remodeling remains strong for the residential construction market, reflecting sustained consumer demand and industry confidence.
When both parties clearly understand and discuss all of their priorities – not just price – it reduces friction and supports smoother closings.
Open houses can generate traffic, widen the pool of potential buyers, shorten the decision window and support stronger offers, plus reinforce buyer trust.
Real estate transactions may rely more on physical mail and delivery timelines than agents realize, creating potential exposure if postal service disruptions worsen.
Housing production bounced back in March as builders increased starts despite headwinds. Overall starts rose 10.8% to a seasonally adjusted pace of 1.5 million.
