Florida Realtors® News
- Timeless Advice to Share With Buyers June 27, 2025Help buyers focus on what matters when purchasing a home: a manageable budget, location, long-term suitability and realistic expectations.amyc
- Condo Law Changes: Join Today’s Legal Webinar June 27, 2025Learn about Florida’s updated condo laws in today’s 1 p.m. webinar. New forms and contract changes take effect July 1, including extended review periods for buyers.amyc
- Micro Housing Gains Ground in Florida and Beyond June 27, 2025The small-space living trend is growing around the nation as renters want lower price points and amenity-rich, transit-oriented communities.amyc
- U.S. Consumer Sentiment Climbs June 27, 2025Consumer sentiment rose 16% in June, breaking a six-month slump, but remains below post-election highs as inflation concerns and tariff fears persist.amyc
- Why Gen Z Isn’t Buying Homes Yet June 27, 2025Gen Z makes up just 3% of buyers as debt, high costs and short-term money habits delay homeownership, even among high earners, data shows.amyc
- Steps to Keeping Appliances in Good Condition June 27, 2025Regular cleaning, proper use and timely filter changes can help extend appliance life, but if repairs get too costly, it may be time to replace.amyc
- U.S. Mortgage Rates Drop, Lowest Since Early May June 26, 2025Rates on 30-year mortgages fell to 6.77% from 6.81% last week, while 15-year rates dropped to 5.89% from 5.96%, Freddie Mac said.amyc
- Pending Home Sales Increase 1.8% in May June 26, 2025NAR: Pending home sales rose 1.1% year-over-year. The West led monthly gains, while the Midwest and South grew yearly. Rates still drive buyer decisions.amyc
- Citizens’ CEO: Florida Insurance Market Strong June 26, 2025Florida’s insurance market is rebounding, with rates stabilizing and Citizens' policy counts declining – progress proving reforms are working, CEO Tim Cerio said.amyc
- FICO Adds Buy Now, Pay Later to Credit Scores June 26, 2025FICO will add buy now, pay later loans to credit scores, a move that could affect mortgage applicants as lenders begin factoring in the new credit data.amyc