Florida Realtors® News
- New Credit Models Could Bring in More Buyers April 23, 2026Updated scoring models will allow government-backed loan programs to consider additional data in underwriting, including rent and utility payment history.amyc
- Good Agents Help Shape Smarter Decisions April 23, 2026Putting homes in front of buyers isn’t enough. Strong pricing, presentation and agent insight help guide better decisions early in the process.amyc
- Businesses Seeing Visibility Shift in AI Search April 23, 2026With AI reshaping online search, businesses are seeing visibility tied to credibility, strong content, expertise and clear structure.amyc
- Mortgage Rates Down for Third Straight Week April 23, 2026Rates on 30-year fixed mortgages fell to 6.23% from 6.3% last week, while 15-year rates dropped to 5.58% from 5.65%, giving buyers more breathing room.amyc
- How Paint Changes a Room’s Feel, Buyer Appeal April 23, 2026Simple paint updates can transform how buyers see a home, making spaces feel calmer or brighter. The right colors widen appeal and help buyers picture living there.amyc
- Cost-Effective Curb Appeal Boosters April 22, 2026Fresh paint, cleanup, lighting and simple landscaping can make a home look more inviting without requiring a major pre-listing investment.amyc
- Strategies to Help Agents Close Deals April 22, 2026In a slower market, sharper prospecting, clearer expectations and steadier negotiation can help agents hold deals together and protect business.amyc
- Florida Budget Talks Continue, No Session Set April 22, 2026Florida leaders say budget progress continues, but no immediate return to Tallahassee is planned, leaving timing up for continuing negotiations.amyc
- Ag ‘Enclave’ Law Opens New Housing Opportunities April 22, 2026A new Florida law allows homes on certain agricultural land surrounded by development, creating more housing opportunities and aligning property use with nearby growth.amyc
- What Homeowners Wish They Knew First April 22, 2026About 85% of homeowners say they didn’t have key information before buying, with common gaps around down payments, costs and financing options.amyc