​September is Realtor Safety Month, a reminder for agents to use tools and best practices to stay safe on the job year-round. 

​A new poll found that three out of four agents say repainting the interior can add the most value before a sale, with neutral tones remaining the top choice. 

​An estimated 904,000 renting households earn less than 60% of the median income and pay more than 40% of their income on housing, a new UF report said. 

​The Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act became law on Friday, restricting trigger leads and shielding consumers from unwanted calls, texts and emails. 

​Mortgage rates are holding steady as September begins, with future changes hinging on economic conditions and the Federal Reserve’s next moves. 

​Securing pre-approval before starting a home search is essential. It strengthens offers, shows seriousness and helps with a smoother buying process. 

​Florida Realtors’ latest Economists Report reveals market shifts, rising prices, changing demographics and other factors are shaping the state’s real estate market. 

​Home equity is one of the biggest financial benefits of homeownership. Make it count by paying on time, paying extra, renovating and waiting for the value to grow. 

​Quick and inexpensive fixes, such as painting a front door or replacing a worn welcome mat, can help make a great first impression on prospective buyers. 

​Taylor Swift’s album rollout offers lessons for agents: Tease details, use visual themes and tell a listing’s story to engage buyers and build lasting interest. 

​UF’s First-Time Homebuyer Program helps Floridians learn the full process, from loans to closing. Taught statewide, it offers tools for confident, long-term ownership. 

​ Question: My next-door neighbor has been pressuring me to trim my hedge to match his landscaping, but I haven’t wanted to. A couple of weeks ago, I came home and found that he had trimmed the hedge himself, the way he wanted it. I was furious, and he essentially told me that he was […]