A few parked minutes between appointments can become useful social content that showcases expertise, answers common questions and keeps agents visible.
July inflation eased to 3.4%, while shelter costs also slowed. The softer reading could help limit upward pressure on mortgage rates.
A pending or completed divorce can affect who must sign real estate documents, whether a sale can proceed and how the proceeds are handled. Agents should involve a title professional or attorney early rather than interpret divorce documents themselves.
Documenting key transaction conversations can help agents reduce communication problems, support compliance and provide evidence when disagreements arise.
Experienced real estate professionals can keep growing by staying coachable, learning new tools and remaining open to new ideas throughout their careers.
Licensees should not ignore a FREC complaint, audit notice or investigator contact, real estate attorney Danny Villazon said. He advised gathering records, following office procedures and seeking guidance before providing information.
A LendingTree survey found many buyers hold back their reactions, budget and offer strategy when they believe sellers may be watching or listening.
Online preregistration ends today for the 2026 Florida Realtors Convention & Trade Expo, featuring a new Wealth Building Summit, business education, networking and more than 200 exhibitors.
Buyers may still qualify for a mortgage after bankruptcy, but they should connect with an experienced loan officer before the home search begins.
Brokers can reduce the risk of supervision problems by offering training, remaining accessible, monitoring advertising and maintaining complete transaction files, real estate attorney Danny Villazon told attendees at the recent Florida Real Legal Summit. He said FREC is closely examining whether brokers are actively overseeing their associates and can document how that supervision works.
