Florida Realtors® News
- Buyers: How Much Home Can You Afford? May 4, 2026More homebuyers may be ready to enter the market now – figuring out debt-to-income ratio, interest rates, budget considerations and other factors are key.marlam
- Jobless Rate Continues to Move Up in March May 4, 2026Florida’s unemployment rate ticked up for the 7th month in a row in March to 4.7%, reflecting about 523K qualified as out-of-work from a labor force of 11.15M.marlam
- Remodeling Sector Sees Solid Growth May 4, 2026NAHB: The latest data shows remodeling remains strong for the residential construction market, reflecting sustained consumer demand and industry confidence.marlam
- Why Great Negotiations Create Value for Both Sides May 4, 2026When both parties clearly understand and discuss all of their priorities – not just price – it reduces friction and supports smoother closings.marlam
- Driveway Overlaps Neighbor’s Property: Now What? May 1, 2026Real estate Q&A: A new survey found the overlap, not uncommon as property lines don’t always match assumptions. Confirm the results first, then talk to the neighbor.marlam
- Jobless Claims Down in Florida May 1, 2026First-time claims, at 5,375, dropped for the 2nd week in a row. Fla.’s jobless rate has slowly increased to 4.6%, reflecting mid-February conditions.marlam
- Spring Housing Market Shows Resilience May 1, 2026Realtor.com April report: U.S. home prices fall for 6th straight month, but fewer price cuts indicate that sellers are entering the market with realistic expectations.marlam
- U.S. Economy Grew 2% in Q1 But Outlook Cloudy May 1, 2026The government’s spending and investment grew at a 9.3% annual rate in Q1 while consumer spending growth slowed to 1.6%. Q1 covered about a month of the Iran war.marlam
- Buying a Home: Steps to Take for Homeownership April 30, 2026Thoughtful planning can help would-be home buyers prepare for the experience. A clear look at finances and budget is a good place to start.marlam
- Don't Skip Having an Open House April 30, 2026Open houses can generate traffic, widen the pool of potential buyers, shorten the decision window and support stronger offers, plus reinforce buyer trust.marlam