Florida Realtors® News
- Mortgage Rates Fall to Lowest Level Since October September 18, 2025The average rate on a 30-year mortgage fell to 6.26% from 6.35% last week. Borrowing costs on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages slipped to 5.41% from 5.5%.amyc
- Insurers Get OK for Citizens' Policies September 18, 2025Ten insurers have been approved to assume up to 254,811 policies from Citizens under the depopulation program, aimed at shrinking the insurer of last resort.amyc
- NAR: Realtors Embrace AI, Digital Tools September 18, 2025AI and digital tools like eSignature, social media and drones are increasingly used in real estate, with clients responding positively, NAR finds.amyc
- Fed Cut May Slowly Ease Mortgage Costs September 18, 2025Mortgage rates have already dipped in anticipation of the Fed’s first rate cut since December. Further declines are expected to unfold over time.amyc
- Inside the World of Smart Home Devices September 18, 2025Smart thermostats, appliances, lighting, and digital assistants make home automation easy, letting you control temperature, lights, and more remotely.amyc
- Fed Cuts Rates, Signals Two More in 2025 September 17, 2025The Federal Reserve cut its key rate to 4.1% and projected two more cuts this year as job growth slows and unemployment ticks higher.amyc
- August Housing Starts Slip Amid Cost Challenges September 17, 2025U.S. housing starts fell 8.5% as affordability slowed single-family construction, but lower interest rates may boost future building.amyc
- Florida Buyers See Late Fall Advantage September 17, 2025Realtor.com’s report shows the U.S. market peaks Oct. 12–18 for buyers, while Florida’s best deals arrive late Oct.–Dec. with more listings and lower prices.amyc
- Florida Housing Holds Steady Amid Market Pressures September 17, 2025At the Florida Realtors Convention, Chief Economist Brad O’Connor said home sales remain slightly below last year's while prices stay well above pre-pandemic levels.amyc
- 'Quiet Luxury' Is Coming for the Housing Market September 16, 2025Wealthy buyers are opting for homes that balance convenience, style, and investment value rather than size and can be purchased in cash.amyc