Cotality research found buyers are changing budgets, loan sizes and home searches to make purchases work, with younger buyers particularly willing to make trade-offs.
The Federal Reserve held its key interest rate steady Wednesday after last month’s increase, seeking more economic data as inflation remains above its 2% target.
Tampa led construction activity, while Polk, Pasco and Duval counties posted gains even as permit counts declined across all five regions tracked by HBW.
Thoughtful gifts, handwritten notes and well-timed visits give real estate agents opportunities to reconnect with customers without making a sales pitch.
Open-ended questions, attentive listening and thoughtful follow-up can help real estate agents build trust before difficult discussions about pricing and offers.
Treasury proposed rules outlining exceptions to federal limits on large investors’ home purchases. The law’s restrictions begin Jan. 7, 2027.
Large warehouse vacancy along the Tampa–Orlando corridor rose to 10.1%, giving tenants more choices as rents on signed leases reached a market high.
Research links lower returns among older home sellers to property condition and sales methods, highlighting trade-offs in quick or private deals.
As home sales remain sluggish, rentals offer brokerages an opportunity to generate revenue today while building client relationships that can lead to future sales.
Short listing videos that feature nearby landmarks and businesses can showcase a neighborhood and reach viewers beyond an agent’s existing followers.
