Seven additional counties are under Florida’s flooding emergency declaration. Florida Realtors’ Disaster Relief Fund is accepting applications from eligible members in the original seven counties.
The federal change removes a financing barrier for eligible rural homes with accessory dwelling units. In Florida, eligibility starts with the property’s address.
Scheduling tools and better tracking can help independent agents turn more inquiries into appointments without building a larger team.
HousingWire's Darryl Davis recommends monthly check-ins on attitude, production and goals before choosing tactics to help agents regain momentum.
Florida voters approved Amendment 3, backed by Florida Realtors, increasing the homestead exemption and lowering the assessment increase cap for non-homestead properties beginning in 2027. State and local officials will address implementation details.
Floridians grew more optimistic about the economy’s future in October, but weaker views of current finances suggest affordability remains central to customer conversations.
Florida Realtors opened its Disaster Relief Fund to assist eligible members with home or office damage after heavy rain and flooding prompted a state of emergency in seven counties.
Disaster unemployment assistance applications are open through Dec. 28 for eligible workers, including self-employed individuals, affected by Hurricane Isaias in eight Panhandle counties.
Federal assistance has been approved for northwest Florida communities affected by Hurricane Isaias as potential insured losses reached $652 million. Individual assistance and hazard mitigation funding remain under review.
QR codes on yard signs can connect consumers to listing content and support follow-up advertising, helping agents measure interest beyond a passing glance.
