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Lawmakers approve a constitutional amendment that seeks to reshape Florida's property tax system. It must be approved by Florida voters during the November general election.
International buyers remained highly focused on Florida in the first quarter of 2026, with Miami, Orlando and Tampa ranking among the nation’s most-viewed housing markets by overseas shoppers. Canadian demand is also rising across several Florida metros, particularly in Cape Coral, Naples and North Port.
Small, repeatable habits may be more effective for long-term growth in the real estate business than major resets or constant strategy changes.
Businesses using AI can get better results by relying on structured workflows, repeatable prompts and clear formatting rules to keep marketing, branding and communication more consistent over time.
Florida lawmakers begin a special session today to consider Gov. Ron DeSantis' proposal to expand the homestead exemption and establish a path toward eliminating property taxes on primary residences. If approved by lawmakers, the constitutional amendment would go before voters for consideration.
A strong digital presentation will help sellers attract more attention before buyers decide whether to schedule an in-person showing.
A proposed federal rule could reshape how independent contractors are classified under labor law, a change real estate leaders say would provide more clarity and consistency for brokers and agents.
Several Florida office markets are outperforming broader national trends, according to a new CommercialCafe report. Miami posted the nation’s lowest vacancy rate among major office markets at 12.5%, while Tampa remained below the national average and Orlando stood out for comparatively affordable office rents.
A nationwide overhaul of appraisal reporting is underway, bringing more detailed property data and standardized reporting requirements.
In a strong seller’s market, addenda W and X can help sellers accept a top offer while protecting their next option if the deal falls through.