A study found buying sooner beat waiting two years in 74% of Florida scenarios, though it excludes several major homeownership costs.
Fake sellers increasingly target vacant land and absentee-owned properties, prompting agents and title firms to strengthen identity checks.
Nearly three-quarters of buyers would consider an all-electric home with solar panels and battery storage as utility costs and outages raise concerns.
In an interview on Florida Realtors Live at the 2026 Florida Realtors Convention & Trade Expo, real estate educator Paul Fedynich explains how mentorship helps agents strengthen communication skills, build their businesses and better serve buyers and sellers.
About 22% of Realtors have faced a safety concern. Screening apps, panic buttons and smarter lockboxes can provide added protection before and during showings.
Buyers who fall short under traditional credit scoring have another financing path now that more lenders can use VantageScore 4.0.
A John Burns Research and Consulting survey found about half view “dream home” as overused, suggesting agents should emphasize quality and how homes fit buyers’ lives.
Tracking appointments and closed deals can give real estate teams a clearer view of lead-generation results than response times or cost per lead.
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 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.
