Florida home sales dipped slightly in August, but tightening inventory and rising prices point to a leveling market, Florida Realtors Chief Economist Dr. Brad O’Connor said.
The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark rate for the first time since 2023 to combat persistent inflation, potentially impacting borrowing costs. Officials projected another rate increase later this year.
Florida Realtors’ new I 🧡 My Hometown series will recognize members who give back to their communities. Submissions are due Oct. 30.
AI can save time, but agents must protect customer information, question its answers and personally verify the final product, AI-expert Kevin Hawkins said during Florida Realtors Live at the Florida Realtors Convention & Trade Expo.
Uniform Appraisal Dataset 3.6, a major modernization of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac appraisal reporting, will be here before you know it. Getting comfortable with it now will reduce the chance of transaction delays in the future. Waiting is not a strategy, says appraisal expert Michelle Czekalski Bradley.
Reading contracts closely and planning for likely problems can help agents respond confidently when negotiations become challenging.
Military buyers purchasing from afar need agents who can flag property concerns, explain VA financing and prepare early for remote closing.
The FCC is seeking input on rules affecting certain foreign-made drones and components, including some used for LiDAR mapping, but no blanket ban is in place.
Consumer prices rose 0.4% in August, while shelter costs increased 0.3%, keeping mortgage rates and housing affordability in focus before the Fed meets.
Clear expectations, candid feedback and consistent accountability can help agents take ownership of their performance and turn daily habits into results.
