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Florida has one of the nation’s highest median ages, but 22 counties saw a drop in median age since 2020, showing wide age variation across the state.
The major cleanup effort continues throughout July, as Realtors and others clear trash and debris from beaches, lakes and other waterways in their communities.
Agents can ease customer concerns by focusing on appraisal values, market strategy and transparent pricing to build trust and guide informed decisions.
Rates on 30-year mortgages fell to 6.67% from 6.77% last week, while rates on 15-year mortgages declined to fell to 5.80% from 5.89%.
What callers hear while waiting on the phone can shape their impression of your business. Use that time to sound current, helpful and consistent with your brand.
Real estate pros say having an inspection before listing the house can help calm nerves and save deals by providing the chance to address repairs long before a sale.
Staging helps homes sell faster and for more, NAR found. Key areas include the living room and kitchen. Agents urge sellers to declutter and make minor updates.
Two more property insurers have been approved to operate in Florida, bringing the total to 14 since recent reforms. Officials say the market is stabilizing.
Experts recommend keeping financial data safe by questioning unexpected calls, limiting data sharing and freezing credit, among other steps.
The Federal Circuit upheld property owners' right to seek compensation over the CDC eviction ban. The government may still ask the U.S. Supreme Court to review.