Florida Realtors News

Redfin said declining mortgage rates could bring back demand. Three Florida cities have seen some of the biggest decreases in pending sales.

A tropical disturbance caused flash floods in South Florida. The disaster relief fund is available to Realtors, Realtor boards/associations and their staff.

Fed policymakers revised projected rate cuts this year to just one despite easing consumer inflation. Economists say a September cut is still possible.

Realtors use their expertise, training and resources to connect buyers with homes. They adhere to a strict code of ethics and know the industry. 

Residential construction pros urged Congress to tame shelter inflation and ease the housing affordability crisis at the NAHB conference.

Lakeland and Jacksonville are among the metro areas with high foreclosure rates. However, completed foreclosures are down overall.

Tampa ranks in the top 10 U.S. cities for new construction. In Crestview, Homosassa Springs, and Panama City, new construction homes sell for less than average home value.

SB 1456 allows Monroe County to use tourism development funding for affordable housing. If successful, other counties may pursue similar legislation.

Experts are hopeful the Fed will cut interest rates as inflation continues to cool. Lower rates could give the housing industry a much-needed boost.

Sun City Center, located just outside of Tampa, came in third on Realtor.com’s list of most popular places to retire. The Villages came in fourth.