NEW YORK — Bamboo on the bookshelf, chrysanthemums in the corner and a ficus in the foyer – many of us are putting plants everywhere in our homes lately. Not only are plants great decorative items in our home, but they’re also great for our health. Here are my tips for keeping your houseplants looking […]
News & Media By Tom Butler TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The My Safe Florida Home (MSFH) program received $280 million in new funding from the Florida Legislature this year, giving low– to moderate–income Floridians a chance to take advantage of the popular program. Florida Realtors® advocated for this new funding during the 2025 legislative session […]
WASHINGTON – The scam began with a message, then a friendly exchange. A stranger directed the victim to a cryptocurrency investment site that appeared professional – slick design, charts, even customer support. The first deposit showed a modest profit. So did the next. Encouraged, the victim sent more, even borrowing money to keep up. […]
News & Media NEW YORK — Potential customers who are waiting for the market to recover need agents who can allay their fears and provide prospective on why now is the right time to buy or sell a home. Agents can help sellers get unstuck in their decision-making process by seeking out the real […]
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Question: Our community does not allow “commercial vehicles” to remain overnight. However, the association documents define what a commercial vehicle is differently from our city, and the state has yet another definition. The Board is attempting to have the homeowner remove his “commercial vehicle,” as defined in our documents; however, […]
News & Media By Amy Connolly WASHINGTON – Consumer sentiment about the housing market dropped in June on job loss concerns and continued uncertainty about mortgage rates, Fannie Mae researchers said in the June 2025 National Housing Survey. At the same time, the net share of consumers who said it was a good time […]
TAMPA, Fla. – According to the Florida BRACE Program, many areas throughout the state have been experiencing longer, more frequent and intense heat waves. Experts further project the number of hot days in which temperatures can soar beyond 95°F to increase as the climate continues to warm. With extreme heat events being a public […]
NEW YORK – House plants offer an ideal means to infuse a touch of nature into your snug confines throughout the year. They enhance the aesthetic appeal of your living space, and certain ones also possess several health benefits. Some plants can help reduce stress and anxiety, improve sleep, and offer respiratory benefits. These […]
LONDON — If you’re using ChatGPT but getting mediocre results, don’t blame the chatbot. Instead, try sharpening up your prompts. Generative AI chatbots such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Google’s Gemini and Anthropic’s Claude have become hugely popular and embedded into daily life for many users. They’re powerful tools that can help us with so many […]
NEW YORK – Buying a home is one of the biggest and most considered financial decisions you’ll ever make. Some buyers may think they’re making a good decision but end up with regret. In fact, 82% of recent homebuyers said they had at least one regret about their purchase, according to a 2024 survey […]
MIAMI – More seniors are stepping away from the burdens of owning a home and, instead, are using home equity or retirement savings to support alternative living arrangements, such as renting, especially in South Florida. Researchers at Point2Homes, an online real estate marketplace, analyzed the 75 most populous U.S. metro areas and found that […]
News & Media WASHINGTON — The National Association of Realtors® applauds the U.S. House of Representatives on final passage of the sweeping tax reform legislation that delivers significant victories for homeowners, consumers, real estate professionals, and the broader U.S. economy. The House passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act by a vote of 218 […]