News & Media TAMPA, Fla. – While most homebuyers still demand modern lines and finishes, more of them are looking for warmer tones like beige and cream, though white cabinets remain popular. Douglas Miller, president of Taylor Morrison’s Tampa division, says, “While white cabinets are still popular, more buyers are pairing them with a […]
ORLANDO, Fla. – Dear Shannon: I’m a long-time land broker and took a listing for a well-priced, 30-acre parcel of land. A potential buyer contacted me, expressed an interest, inspected the property and made a full price offer. I thought the seller would be thanking me, but the seller surprised me when they wanted […]
News & Media TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Estimated insured losses from 2022’s Hurricane Ian have neared $21.4 billion, with about 6% of claims remaining open, according to data posted this week on the state Office of insurance Regulation website. The data showed $21.386 billion in estimated insured losses and 776,941 reported claims. The vast majority […]
NEW YORK – There’s no excitement quite like the adventure of your first home purchase. Signing on the dotted lines brings a whole new spectrum of challenges, but it also gives you a great chance to put your stamp on the new place. Here are eight great steps to make your home your own, […]
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Pointing to what it called “irreparable injuries,” Florida has asked a federal appeals court to put on hold a district judge’s ruling as a legal battle continues to play out about permitting authority for projects that affect wetlands. Attorneys for the state filed a motion late Thursday at the U.S. Circuit […]
SEATTLE – Most people say they have experienced housing discrimination, with younger generations, renters, LGBTQ+ people and people of color more likely to say fair housing is an issue facing them and their families, according to a recent Zillow survey of 26 major U.S. metropolitan areas. Although fair housing laws — which ensure equal […]
WASHINGTON – The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) paid out $913 million to U.S. homeowners last year, and $629 million of that went to residents in Florida. Major flooding from hurricanes and storm surges caused most of the payouts. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) oversees the NFIP, which is primarily funded through premiums […]
News & Media By Gary M. Singer FORT LAUDERDALE – Question: Lately, some of the renters in our townhome community have been disruptive. There have been noise disturbances, domestic violence, unleashed pets, and even open drug use. When some homeowners raised their concerns, the association said their ability to address the problem was limited, […]
News & Media By Meredith Caruso ORLANDO – Chapter 475.01 of the Florida Statutes outlines the definition of broker (as well as broker associate and sales associate) and what activities constitute the practice of real estate, thereby requiring a real estate license. An easy way to verify the license status of any real estate […]
LOS ANGELES — Well-heeled home shoppers are increasingly paying cash, helping turbo-charge price gains for the most expensive U.S. homes. The median sale price of luxury homes, or those valued in the top 5% of the market nationally, hit an all-time high $1.23 million in the first quarter, an increase of 8.7% from the […]
ORLANDO, Fla.– Florida builders and developers: Be sure to enter Florida Realtors®’ annual Environmental Award program, or you may be green with ENVY when the winner is chosen. Popularly known as the “ENVY” award, the honor goes to a development that best preserves Florida’s natural quality of life. The award may be given in […]
SARASOTA, Fla. – Lawsuits against property insurers declined by more than 20% in the first quarter of 2024 compared to the previous quarter, and that’s fueling market confidence that’s beginning to stabilize homeowner insurance rates in Florida, the state’s chief financial officer said. Homeowners say they haven’t seen rates ease yet, but officials at […]