The Supreme Court declined to revisit an antitrust challenge involving NAR’s former optional no-commingling policy, leaving lower-court rulings in NAR’s favor intact.
Instagram is prioritizing strong hooks, captions, location tags, smart audio use and Trials, giving agents clearer ways to expand reach and test what works.
A 1991 court ruling allows non-Realtor brokers (Thompson brokers) in Florida, Georgia and Alabama to access MLSs without joining a Realtor association.
If mortgage rates fall to 6%, sidelined buyers could return. Florida has already seen sales gains when rates dip, Florida Realtors Chief Economist Brad O’Connor said.
A recent court case shows how recommending an unlicensed contractor can trigger an agent’s duty of reasonable care and lead to costly liability.
Regret among recent buyers has declined as purchase timelines lengthen, though younger buyers remain more likely to question their home decisions, Realtor.com reports.
Confidence among builders improved modestly to close the year, with cost pressures and buyer affordability shaping the outlook ahead.
Florida’s housing market remains positioned for long-term demand, with population growth and early signs of rising home sales, Florida Realtors chief economist said.
Real estate teams are refining goals, investing in skills and technology, strengthening digital visibility and diversifying lead generation to stay competitive.
Even small rate differences can expand the number of homes within reach for buyers facing strained affordability, new research shows.
