Mortgage Rates Tick Up for Second Week

​The rate on 30-year mortgages rose this week to 6.34% from 6.3% last week, while the 15-year rate rose to 5.55% from 5.49% the previous week 

Tips for Detecting and Preventing Mold in a Home

​Homes in Florida face mold risks from storms, leaks and humidity. Experts urge quick drying, careful research and trusted pros for safe cleanup. 

RE Q&A: Who Pays for Condo Windows?

​When a condo board removes hurricane windows during renovations, owners should document, check bylaws and seek legal advice to recover costs. 

Building a Business, Not Just Big Numbers

​Volume alone won’t sustain a real estate career. Brokers must guide agents toward financial literacy and lasting profitability. 

Florida CEOs Project Growth, Optimism Surges

​Florida’s top CEOs report higher optimism than national peers in Q3 2025, with stronger hiring and investment outlooks, signaling confidence in Florida’s economy. 

New NAR Guides Protect Buyers, Sellers

​The National Association of Realtors released guides on private mortgage insurance, home selling safety and wire fraud to help homeowners make informed decisions. 

Making Bathrooms Safer For Seniors

​Simple upgrades, including brighter lighting and grab bars, can help seniors stay and make a home more appealing to buyers seeking aging-in-place features. 

Creating a Holiday Home Glow Up

​ NEW YORK — The sights and sounds of the holiday season help to make this a special time of year that people look forward to. With its magical moments and opportunities to gather with family and friends, the holiday season is a period to celebrate and, of course, decorate. According to an informal poll […]

Homebuyers’ Interest in Energy Efficiency Increasing

​ News & Media WASHINGTON – Sustainable features, particularly those that reduce costs or offer financial savings, are increasingly influencing home search and remodeling decisions, according to new findings from the National Association of Realtors® 2025 Realtors® Residential Sustainability Report. This year, NAR surveyed its residential-focused members about sustainability issues facing the industry. The report […]

Buyers Could Face Delays During Shutdown

​ WASHINGTON — Authorization for the largest residential flood insurance program in the country expired Wednesday, leaving some homeowners unable to access new coverage. As of Oct. 1, the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) cannot sell new or renew flood insurance policies. However, existing NFIP policies will remain in effect until their expiration date, and […]

Single Black Women Rewriting Rules of Ownership

​ WASHINGTON — Kayla Kimber had a clear goal: Own a home by the time she was 35 years old — partner or no partner. Two years ago, it was looking tough. In 2023, she was 32, still single and living in her studio apartment with rising rent. She had a car payment to manage, […]

U.S. Consumer Confidence at Five-Month Low

​ WASHINGTON — The Conference Board released a report on Tuesday showing a bigger-than-expected decrease in its reading on U.S. consumer confidence for September, partly reflecting a steep drop in consumers’ assessment of current business and labor market conditions. The consumer confidence index slid to 94.2 in September from an upwardly revised 97.8 in August. […]