Florida Realtors News

11% of metros saw double-digit price increases in 3Q, even though buyers faced a one-year mortgage payment increase of 19.2%. In 2Q, prices rose in only 58% of metros.

Don’t ignore social media and newer forms of marketing, but getting out into the community and holding open houses can be more effective tools for lead generation.

FEMA wants a mandatory flood disclosure form from states that plan to participate in national flood insurance, but NAR’s study shows that a disclosure isn’t needed.

Florida Realtors VP Juana Watkins urged patience in a Thur. webinar, which is now available online. The decision might have an impact but the process will take years.

About 12K Realtors will gather in Anaheim, Calif., next week, with some sessions offered virtually. Its “Own the Moment” theme will feature Mindy Kaling.

The RE market is changing rapidly, but seasoned agents have seen that before. Start 2024 by taking stock of the things that worked – and didn’t work – in 2023.

Tracy Kasper calls the ruling “disappointing, (but) just one chapter in a longer legal process.” She answers some key questions, including: How does this affect my business?

In Fla., cash sales dropped year-to-year in only one metro: Fort Lauderdale. The percentage of cash sales ranged from 38.2% in Tampa to 49% in West Palm Beach.

A unanimous House and Senate approved more funding. Floridians who already submitted applications may get recommended storm upgrades with a match up to $10K.

Under SB 264, property owned by foreign principals used for “bona fide agricultural purposes” must be registered, and it can now be done online.