Challenge Says Land Law Discriminatory

​A lawsuit says a state law restricting property ownership by people from China and six other countries is “based on stereotyped and xenophobic generalizations.” 

Study: Florida Sees Only Slight Rent Increases

​Florida rent growth is below the national average with many slowly returning to their historic pricing trends, a real estate economist said.   

Hurricane Season is Near — Is Your Roof Ready?

​With the start of hurricane season just weeks away, homeowners should prepare their homes, including inspecting their roofs. 

Yun Predicts Rising Existing-Home Sales in 2024

​NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun, at the 2024 Realtors® Legislative Meetings, said home sales will rise in eight of the next 10 years. 

NAR Membership Stands at More Than 1.5M

​The number of Realtors remains several percentage points ahead of the association’s forecast, indicating members continue to recognize NAR’s value. 

Making a Small Room Feel Larger

​Even larger rooms can feel small if they’re full of clutter. Consider ways to make rooms feel larger, including using the right color choice. 

Metro Areas Recorded Home Price Increases in Q1

​Among the major U.S. regions, the South registered the largest share of single-family existing-home sales (46%) in the first quarter. 

Florida Realtors Past President Named NAR First VP

​Christine Hansen, who served as Florida Realtors president in 2018, was elected 2025 first vice president of the National Association of Realtors. 

Mortgage Rates Decline After String of Increases

​Borrowing costs on 30-year and 15-year mortgages declined this week to 7.09% and 6.38% respectively after five weeks of increases. 

Habits That Could Earn You an 800+ Credit Score

​ NEW YORK – “Exceptional.” Depending on one’s frame of mind, the word may conjure up anything from a mint condition rookie card to possibly being asked, again, to stay after class. But in the world of credit, exceptional refers to nearly a quarter of consumers with FICO Scores of 800 or higher. Hardly an […]

Designers Say Skip These Home Decor Trends

​ NEW YORK – Your home reflects your style and what resonates with you, which is why the designs, furniture, and decor pieces you choose are so important. There are endless home decor trends that come and go – and while some timeless styles stick with us for years, some are better left in the […]

Florida Remains Top Tourism Destination

​ News & Media By Amy Connolly TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida maintained its position as the top domestic tourism destination in the nation and remained a leading destination for international visitors, the Visit Florida tourism marketing agency said. In 2023, Florida’s market share of domestic tourists increased to 14.8%, up from 13.8% in 2022. This […]