Citizens had 818,000 policies in May, fewer than in past years as more policies shift to private insurers. It remains Florida’s largest insurer.
HELOC balances rose 7.2% nationwide in 2024 as more homeowners tap equity amid high mortgage rates and limited refinancing options.
After three months of decline, Floridians grew more optimistic in May, with stronger confidence in making major purchases and in the future of the U.S. economy.
Hurricane season began June 1. Now is the time for Fla. residents to put together an emergency kit, create an evacuation plan and take other steps to prepare.
House and Senate leaders have reached an agreement that enables lawmakers to begin hammering out details of a spending plan today, June 3.
Real estate pros say people who view homes during the week are often more serious buyers, are already prequalified to buy, and usually come with their agent.
Rather than waiting for rates to drop, buyers should be looking at all monthly costs to get a picture of what they can afford, says NAR’s deputy chief economist.
To benefit the environment and your wallet, take steps to make sure your HVAC is working properly, get an energy audit, and seal leaks and cracks.
Real estate pros are being targeted in a crypto scam where fake buyers build trust, show fake profits then steal large sums. The Secret Service and NAR urge caution.
Seas are forecast to rise from 8- to 23-inches along U.S. coasts by 2050, with the higher increases along the northern Gulf Coast and mid-Atlantic.
