NEW YORK – After several years of challenges and shifting market trends, 2025 has arrived with the promise of lower interest rates, product absorption, and increased market activity. Whether 2025 will deliver on these expectations remains to be seen, but for those who have weathered the storm and “stayed alive until ’25”, there are […]
ORLANDO, Fla. – Is Florida’s housing sector on the cusp of transitioning to a buyer’s market? The answer could be yes, especially in some local areas, according to Florida Realtors® Chief Economist Dr. Brad O’Connor, who spoke to standing room crowd of Realtors® at the 2025 Florida Real Estate Trends summit last week during Florida […]
News & Media LEESBURG, Fla. – As Florida’s housing market continues to evolve, manufactured homes are emerging as a top choice for buyers seeking affordability, flexibility and modern amenities. SunBelt Home Sales, a Central Florida manufactured home buying and selling agency, is forecasting key trends that will shape the industry in 2025-offering crucial insights […]
ORLANDO, Fla.— Donald Miller has a straightforward yet powerful way for Realtors® to stand out from the competition: Clarity. By delivering clarity, Realtors provide customers with the peace of mind necessary to move forward with a purchase or sale. However, while it sounds like a simple concept, providing true clarity is often a challenge. […]
NEW YORK – Even as real estate agents express optimism for the housing market in 2025, a new study from Clever Real Estate found that about 42% of homebuyers still expect mortgage rates to be a challenge. With rising prices, two-thirds of buyers worry they’ll have to delay their home purchase. It’s a troubling […]
News & Media By Melissa Dittmann Tracey CHICAGO – Buying a home isn’t easy — especially if you’ve never done it before. In fact, past surveys have shown that home buyers say purchasing a home is more stressful than dating, getting into college, finding a new job or even going through a divorce. Considering […]
News & Media By Amy Connolly ORLANDO, Fla. — Between 2020 and 2022, Florida saw a surge of new residents who drove up median home prices over 50% in some areas. These younger, wealthier professionals relocated for remote work opportunities, tax advantages and the allure of a Sunshine State lifestyle. In a newly released three-part […]
News & Media By Amy Connolly ORLANDO, Fla. — Preparing to sell a home is more than cleaning and staging. It takes careful planning to ensure a smooth and successful transaction. The National Association of Realtors®’ latest Consumer Guide helps sellers understand the many facets of selling and the value of working with a […]
NEW YORK – The worlds of fashion and interior design often intersect, sharing inspiration and trends that transcend both industries. As personal style evolves, it influences not just clothing choices but also how people design their living spaces. This synergy creates dynamic interior environments that reflect individuality and contemporary aesthetics. By taking cues from […]
News & Media 2025 as mortgage rates rise. Tampa saw a 0.4% decline. WASHINGTON – In November 2024, the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller National Home Price Index found that home prices increased 3.8%, up from a 3.6% increase in October 2024. For 2025, experts indicate that the housing market could slow as mortgage interest rates […]
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Another new property insurer has been approved by Florida regulators to offer coverage in the state — the 11th since the Legislature enacted reforms to shore up insurers’ bottom lines. Mangrove Property Insurance, based in St. Petersburg, was approved on Jan. 15 by the Office of Insurance Regulation for a certificate […]
SANTA CLARA, Calif. – Despite recent increases in mortgage rates, January showed a promising change in seller activity as newly listed homes grew 37.5% month-over-month, according to the Realtor.com January Monthly Housing Report. Out of the top 50 metros, Sacramento (+31.7%), Phoenix (+27.3%) and Seattle (+24.7%) experienced the greatest bumps in newly listed homes […]