International buyers remained highly focused on Florida in the first quarter of 2026, with Miami, Orlando and Tampa ranking among the nation’s most-viewed housing markets by overseas shoppers. Canadian demand is also rising across several Florida metros, particularly in Cape Coral, Naples and North Port.
Small, repeatable habits may be more effective for long-term growth in the real estate business than major resets or constant strategy changes.
Businesses using AI can get better results by relying on structured workflows, repeatable prompts and clear formatting rules to keep marketing, branding and communication more consistent over time.
Florida lawmakers begin a special session today to consider Gov. Ron DeSantis' proposal to expand the homestead exemption and establish a path toward eliminating property taxes on primary residences. If approved by lawmakers, the constitutional amendment would go before voters for consideration.
Tax planning is often treated as an annual, or quarterly, task tied to filing deadlines, but financial experts say it can have a much larger influence on long-term wealth building if it’s approached as an ongoing financial strategy rather than a last-minute exercise.
The average 30-year fixed rate rose to 6.53% this week from 6.51%, while the 15-year fixed rate increased to 5.66% from 5.65%, according to Freddie Mac. Rising borrowing costs continue putting pressure on affordability and monthly payment calculations for buyers heading into summer.
Several Florida office markets are outperforming broader national trends, according to a new CommercialCafe report. Miami posted the nation’s lowest vacancy rate among major office markets at 12.5%, while Tampa remained below the national average and Orlando stood out for comparatively affordable office rents.
A proposed federal rule could reshape how independent contractors are classified under labor law, a change real estate leaders say would provide more clarity and consistency for brokers and agents.
A strong digital presentation will help sellers attract more attention before buyers decide whether to schedule an in-person showing.
Consumers grew more cautious about spending in May as inflation remained elevated, but interest in existing-home purchases held up better than broader consumer sentiment.
