From prioritizing safety repairs to setting aside 1% annually, smart budgeting can protect a home’s value and position ...

Builder sentiment is softening while incentives persist, a shift that could influence buyer expectations and competition in new-home areas.

Buyers may be able to assume a seller’s FHA or VA loan and keep a lower rate, but covering the price difference and navigating slow approvals can be challenging.

Eligible Florida homeowners can save about $400–$600 a year by filing for homestead by March 2, 2026, while also limiting ...

Florida’s housing market slowed in 2025, but easing mortgage rates, steady migration and improving international activity point to early momentum.

A new report finds property insurance costs would be 14.5% higher without recent reform, stabilizing a major expense in Florida home purchases.

A 600 score falls in the fair range. Buyers may face fewer loan options and higher rates, though some mortgage programs allow lower scores.

Seasonal shifts affect inventory, competition and leverage. Knowing when buyers gain negotiating power helps agents set expectations and tailor strategy.

The 30-year mortgage rate slipped to 6.09% from 6.11% last week, while 15-year rates fell to 5.44%. Rates are expected to hover near 6% as spring buying begins.

With home prices up, more buyers are partnering with friends to afford a home. Experts urge clear planning and legal agreements.

NAR’s Lawrence Yun said easing rates, pent-up demand and potential policy shifts could lift sales in 2026, making staffing, training and lead strategy key for brokers.

From warm neutrals to muted greens, paint trends support staging strategies that create broad appeal without overpowering a space.