Florida Realtors® News
- Falling Rates Spur Home Equity Decisions October 22, 2025With rate cuts expected, homeowners weigh HELOCs for flexibility or fixed loans for stability as they consider tapping record home equity levels.amyc
- Escaping the ‘Secret Agent’ Trap October 22, 2025Many new agents announce their careers, then fade from view. Experts say success comes from visibility and showing up consistently.amyc
- NAR: AI Apps Must Meet MLS Standards October 22, 2025NAR says it supports new technology like Zillow’s ChatGPT integration as long as it follows MLS rules and data license agreements.amyc
- Curb Appeal Starts at the Top: A New Roof October 22, 2025A new roof can raise your home’s value, improve curb appeal and reduce energy costs, often paying off more than interior upgrades like kitchen remodels.amyc
- Generational Gaps Shape Neighborhood Appeal October 22, 2025A new survey finds neighbor connections vary sharply by generation, and experts say those bonds, or lack of them, can shape community stability and home values.amyc
- Cutting Marketing Spending Without Losing Leads October 21, 2025Spending less on ads can yield better results. One expert says cutting waste, auditing expenses and improving conversions drive sustainable real estate growth.amyc
- Baby Boomers Hold Nearly Half of U.S. Real Estate October 21, 2025Baby boomers own 41% of U.S. real estate – twice that of millennials – reflecting decades of price growth and tougher entry for younger buyers.amyc
- Supreme Court Upholds NAR Win on MLS Rule October 21, 2025The Supreme Court declined to review a case against NAR’s former “no commingling” rule, letting stand rulings that supported NAR’s position.amyc
- Rising Identity Theft Exposes Privacy Gaps October 21, 2025Identity theft reports topped 1.1 million in 2024, with losses over $43 billion. Lock down personal data by limiting online sharing and tightening privacy settings.amyc
- Latino Population Reaches Historic Milestone October 21, 2025Latinos now make up 20% of the U.S. population, showing continued growth in both population and workforce participation that could shape future housing trends.amyc