New NAR Guide Empowers Buyers with Key Questions
NAR’s new resource, Ten Questions to Ask a Buyer’s Agent, helps buyers select the right agent by providing essential questions to ask during the process.
‘Check My Contract’ Website Launched
The site will help residential or commercial property insurance policyholders who have entered into a repair contract related to an insurance claim.
Pending Sales Increase, Demand High
Pending sales and home tours stay strong despite rising mortgage rates, but investors are remaining cautious.
Mortgage Rates Rise to Nearly 3-Month High
Rates on 30-year mortgages rose to 6.54% from 6.44% last week, Freddie Mac said. Borrowing costs on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages rose to 5.71% from 5.63%.
RE Q&A: What Should I Look For in a Rental?
To ensure you make the best decision, conducting thorough research on three key aspects: the neighborhood, the property’s condition and the landlord’s credibility.
Snowbird Season Begins Amid Hurricane Recovery
Popular destinations in the state are welcoming visitors and seasonal residents while recovery efforts from Hurricanes Milton and Helene are ongoing.
Luxury Home Market Remains Steady
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.
Redfin: Renters Want Increase Caps
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.
Home Equity Gains Level Off, Remain Strong
Almost half of mortgaged homeowners remain equity-rich, according to ATTOM. The portion of owners seriously underwater still close to five-year low.
Milton, Helene Claims Exceed $4.1B
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.