The 30-year fixed rate slipped to 6.67% from 6.69% last week. The 15-year fixed rate also fell, to 5.96% from 6.01%. Both remain above year-ago levels.
U.S.-created LLCs, corporations and other domestic entities will remain exempt from federal beneficial ownership reporting under a final FinCEN rule.
Florida ranked among the top 10 states for net migration across four generations, with U-Haul data showing especially strong gains among Gen X and millennial movers.
More than 200,000 people transferred out-of-state driver’s licenses to Florida in the first half of 2026, the highest first-half total since 2023. New York sent the most newcomers, while Miami-Dade drew the largest number.
July inflation eased to 3.4%, while shelter costs also slowed. The softer reading could help limit upward pressure on mortgage rates.
A few parked minutes between appointments can become useful social content that showcases expertise, answers common questions and keeps agents visible.
Documenting key transaction conversations can help agents reduce communication problems, support compliance and provide evidence when disagreements arise.
Experienced real estate professionals can keep growing by staying coachable, learning new tools and remaining open to new ideas throughout their careers.
A pending or completed divorce can affect who must sign real estate documents, whether a sale can proceed and how the proceeds are handled. Agents should involve a title professional or attorney early rather than interpret divorce documents themselves.
Licensees should not ignore a FREC complaint, audit notice or investigator contact, real estate attorney Danny Villazon said. He advised gathering records, following office procedures and seeking guidance before providing information.
