Fourth-quarter FHFA data show home values increased year over year, with 41 states posting gains, though growth varied and was softer in parts of Florida.
Instead of chasing algorithms, one expert suggests agents should flip their strategy, starting with familiar faces to drive steady business.
NAR research shows about 5.5 million more U.S. households can now qualify for a mortgage compared with a year ago due to lower rates. So, what’s holding buyers back?
Real estate licensees can be disciplined in a variety of forums, including criminal courts, administrative hearings, and local real estate boards. In the second of three articles, we’ll focus on proceedings in front of the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC).
New construction trends hint at changing priorities, suggesting the market may be edging toward options that better align with first-time buyer budgets.
Older first-time buyers and affordability pressures are reshaping who can buy, what gets built and how inventory moves in 2026.
Pending sales declined in the South month over month but rose year over year, signaling uneven momentum across Florida markets.
Polished listing images can win clicks, but buyers feel misled when homes don’t match in person. Some states are now requiring disclosure of edited photos.
Single-family home building in the U.S. edged lower in 2025 compared to 2024, with the South posting declines that could shape Florida’s new-home pipeline.
After years of rapid gains, analysts say changing supply and demand trends could usher in a more balanced housing market in the coming year.
