Garages: Not Just For Cars Anymore
Garages are being used for more than vehicle parking these days. Garage renovations add living space and can provide up to an 80% ROI.
Renters Want Pet Areas, Happy Hour
Renters want off-street parking and in-unit laundry in their units, while happy hour, turfed pet areas and air filtration are also favorites.
Some Millionaires Opting to Rent
Even though millionaires have more options than average American buyers, many see renting as a better investment for now.
Prepare Now: Tropical System Moving into Gulf
Members across Florida are urged to prepare for potential impacts from a tropical disturbance that is forecast to develop into Hurricane Helene.
Back to Basics: Setting Up Your Office
If you’re a broker ready for an office, keep in mind your business’s mission and needs when deciding on space.
Florida Jobless Rate Stays at 3.3%
Employment in the leisure and hospitality, education and health services and construction categories continue to grow. Florida outpaces the national unemployment rate.
Rate Cut Offers Small Step to Ownership for Many
Some agents are telling buyers to act now because additional rate cuts will increase market competition. Rates may tick up slightly before dropping again.
Condo Inspection Deadline Approaches
Some lawmakers are resisting calls for a special session, keeping the Dec. 31 deadline for condo inspections despite Gov. DeSantis pledge of year-end relief.
Fannie Mae: Existing Sales May Hit 30-Year Low
Analysts say many borrowers are waiting for affordability to improve and mortgage rates to decline. They anticipate rates will average 5.7% by late 2025.
Forms, Consumer Guides Available in Spanish
Spanish translation of settlement forms are available for reference. Plus, NAR released a new guide to help consumers negotiate buyer agreements.