Pending sales and home tours stay strong despite rising mortgage rates, but investors are remaining cautious.
An economist says rent control worsens housing affordability in the long run. The best way to make rentals more affordable is to build more units.
Almost half of mortgaged homeowners remain equity-rich, according to ATTOM. The portion of owners seriously underwater still close to five-year low.
Wealthy buyers are continuing to invest in Florida's luxury home market. Data from Douglas Elliman shows price increases and higher sales volumes in Q3 2024.
Florida Realtors Chief Economist: Hurricane Helene disrupted the state’s RE market last month. Still, statewide inventory rose YoY for both Sept. and 3Q.
Building attached homes helps reduce land costs and offers more affordable options for budget-conscious buyers.
Nearly 360,000 insurance claims have been filed in Florida due to Hurricanes Milton and Helene, mostly from residential properties in the hardest-hit areas.
Existing-home sales fell nationally 1.0% in September to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 3.84 million. In the South, existing-home sales decreased 1.7%.
Florida’s pro-business mindset has encouraged commercial growth, which has led to years of steady growth, one investor said.
Real estate professionals are building client loyalty and responding to needs among a quickly growing Hispanic demographic.
