Florida Realtors will be hosting webinars this week regarding practice changes, and NAR released a new Consumer Guide about compensation offers.
Falling mortgage rates have pushed the median U.S. housing payment down near its lowest level since January. Pending home sales have yet to improve.
Although the 2024 homebuying season was relatively slow, this fall is poised to bring lower mortgage rates and more for-sale inventory, Realtor.com said.
There’s disagreement about whether the sports craze is a benefit for home sales, with some saying the noise hurts property values.
The typical Realtor in Florida is female with nine years of experience and owns her own home, according to new research by Florida Realtors economists.
Only 19% of baby boomers think they could have afforded a home in a market like today's, yet 71% believe younger generations could if they didn't spend frivolously.
Buyers looking for properties near the beach care about sand because it can impact their overall experience. Agents say high-quality sand is an economic asset.
Consumers expect rates and home prices to decline in the coming year but they remain cautious about the market and affordability.
The new residential contract riders address buyer credits (concessions) and compensation. Florida Realtors will host a Sept. 16 webinar to discuss the riders.
A growing number of Florida’s largest employers are building workforce housing to offset shortages and encourage employee retention.
