NEWS
NAR announced the names of the 50 finalists vying for its 2025 30-Under-30 class, and five are from Florida. Voting for a Web Choice Winner opens April 2.
NAR's new Consumer Guide explains homeowners associations (HOAs), covering fees, rules and other important information, helping buyers make informed decisions.
Unmarried couples can successfully buy a home together with proper planning. A co-ownership agreement clarifies responsibilities and protects both parties.
A Pew Research survey of 3,600 U.S. adults revealed the ideal ages for life milestones: marriage (26.5), first child (27.3), home purchase (28.8) and retirement (61.8).
Home staging boosts appeal and value, with 81% of agents saying it helps buyers visualize a home. Effective staging may help sell homes faster and at higher prices.
Popular home exterior trends include natural wood elements, painted brick, hardscaping with outdoor living spaces and ambient outdoor lighting.
The rate on 30-year mortgages rose to 6.67% from 6.65% last week. Borrowing costs on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages rose to 5.83% from 5.8%.
Florida Realtors Chief Economist: Fla.’s single-family inventory is at a 5.3-months’ supply, suggesting it has moved out of a seller’s market into relative balance.
The median home price rose 3.8% to $398,400. Southern sales climbed 4.4% in February but dropped 4% year-over-year, according to NAR.
Florida's economy added 430,800 jobs in early 2025, and the state’s private sector job growth outpaced the national rate, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics said.
Brokers can equip agents with insights and direction to guide customers and help sellers make informed decisions in the coming months.
Too much screen time on the computer and phone can cause eye strain, headaches and nearsightedness. Experts recommend adjusting screens and taking breaks.
The Fed signaled it still expects to cut rates twice this year but now anticipates slower economic growth than it did three months ago.
Rents have declined for over a year, but low multifamily permitting may drive future increases in high-demand markets, Realtor.com said.