NEW YORK – The vacation rental industry has stepped up efforts to influence U.S. lawmakers to keep more cities from enacting restrictions on short-term rentals in response to concerns about housing availability and quality of life. Growth in short-term rental supply has slowed in 17 of North America’s largest 30 cities in 2024, according […]
ORLANDO, Fla.– Florida’s housing market reported easing median sales prices, more new listings and improved inventory levels (active listings) in July 2024 compared to a year ago, according to Florida Realtors®’ latest housing data. Links to /media/4830 July housing market statistics show single-family sales up year-over-year, and inventory continues to rise. But right now, […]
LOS ANGELES – The average rate on a 30-year mortgage eased this week to its lowest level in 15 months, welcome relief for home shoppers navigating a housing market that remains out of reach for many Americans. The rate fell to 6.46% from 6.49% last week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday. A year […]
ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida Realtors® recognized Mike McGraw, 2023 Florida Realtors president, as its 2024 Realtor of the Year. The award – one of several – was presented Thursday during the state association’s annual Convention & Trade Expo at Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando, Fla. The Realtor audience applauded as McGraw accepted the award […]
News & Media NEW YORK – To create a lasting brand, it is more than just finding the right logo and color scheme, it’s about creating a unique and authentic feeling for home buyers and sellers that they will remember. The first step in creating a memorable brand is to know who the audience […]
News & Media MIAMI – As the U.S. enters the most active part of hurricane season, insurers are encouraging consumers to prepare for peak season activity by taking steps to reduce the potential for damage to their home or business. Links to /about/charities/disaster-relief-fund Realtors helping others in times of need is what this charity […]
NEW YORK – From artificial intelligence to next-generation devices, new tech tools promise to enhance efficiency, improve client relations, and, ultimately, help you grow your business. But wait – you have heard those promises made by other new tech breakthroughs in the past, right? How do you know that all the buzz about this […]
WASHINGTON – Single-family built-for-rent construction posted year-over-year gains as of the second quarter of 2024, as builders sought to add additional rental housing in a market facing ongoing, elevated mortgage interest rates. According to NAHB’s analysis of data from the Census Bureau’s Quarterly Starts and Completions by Purpose and Design, there were approximately 23,000 […]
News & Media By Daniel Ackerman NEW YORK – Turns out, most of us are waiting on the Federal Reserve for something or other. A survey conducted by NerdWallet found 61% of respondents are planning a significant financial action once the Fed cuts interest rates‚ and that could happen as soon as next month. […]
News & Media By Sara Filips TAMPA, Fla. – “Fun” can be defined in many ways, but one study reveals that Americans can collectively agree on certain states that are considered more fun than others. A new study from WalletHub revealed that Florida is ranked number 1 among all 50 states across 26 key […]
NEW YORK – Do you spend lazy Saturday afternoons browsing online, wishing you had the budget to hire an interior designer to replicate their artistic interiors? Well-designed rooms don’t always have to come with a huge price tag; designing on a budget may be easier than you think. Many times, by changing small things, […]
News & Media NEW YORK – A new study conducted by New Jersey Real Estate Network revealed the states most eager to fix up their homes, with Florida ranked fourth for the biggest desire to revamp their properties. Researchers analyzed the following 50 key search terms around remodels. According to the findings, Florida averaged […]