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​FEMA is borrowing funds to cover flood insurance claims after Hurricanes Helene and Milton caused major damage, depleting NFIP resources from multiple floods. 

​When deciding to pay off a mortgage, consider if it will help you in the long run. In some cases, it might not be the best financial move. 

​Furniture is far more than décor. Every element plays a role in influencing human behavior, and mastering the principles can create more livable spaces. 

​AI is being used in all aspects of real estate, from staging and valuations to appraisals and fraud detection, promising billions in value for the industry. 

​Healthy homes are designed and constructed to improve indoor air quality, reduce allergens and be more energy efficient. 

​Redfin reports 3.7 months of supply in January, the most in six years. Florida ranks high for buyers, with six of the top 10 metros for inventory. 

​Overall housing starts decreased 9.8% in January, which is 1.8% lower than a year ago. Multifamily decreased 13.5%. 

​A week earlier, the state’s insurer of last resort had 942,810 policies. Citizens’ policies are expected to decrease soon due to more depopulation efforts. 

​The IRS began accepting tax returns on Jan. 27 and expects over 140M filings by April 15. Most refunds arrive in 21 days, with some delayed until mid-February. 

​Most community associations ban residents and guests from feeding wildlife. But if owners keep breaking the rules, it may require legal action. 

​NAHB: In 4Q 2024, a family earning the nation’s median income of $97,800 needed 38% of its income to cover the mortgage payment on a median-priced new home. 

​AI tools can speed up and automate data collection, review demographic trends and reduce the potential for human error in real estate market analyses.