Improving affordability is giving buyers more options. In Florida and nationwide, more homes now fall within reach of median-income households, new research shows.
A quieter approach to wallpaper is helping staged spaces stand out, adding texture and charm without taking over a room.
Rock-bottom rates, higher incomes or lower prices: Experts say the shifts needed to restore affordability are unlikely, leaving ownership out of reach for many.
Instead of chasing algorithms, one expert suggests agents should flip their strategy, starting with familiar faces to drive steady business.
New construction trends hint at changing priorities, suggesting the market may be edging toward options that better align with first-time buyer budgets.
Real estate licensees can be disciplined in a variety of forums, including criminal courts, administrative hearings, and local real estate boards. In the second of three articles, we’ll focus on proceedings in front of the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC).
NAR research shows about 5.5 million more U.S. households can now qualify for a mortgage compared with a year ago due to lower rates. So, what’s holding buyers back?
Older first-time buyers and affordability pressures are reshaping who can buy, what gets built and how inventory moves in 2026.
Pending sales declined in the South month over month but rose year over year, signaling uneven momentum across Florida markets.
Single-family home building in the U.S. edged lower in 2025 compared to 2024, with the South posting declines that could shape Florida’s new-home pipeline.
