2025 Florida Realtors® President Tim Weisheyer shares Florida Realtors’ story: it’s you – driving homeownership, economic growth and strong communities in Florida. As one of 238,000 Florida Realtors, you’re helping shape Florida’s future—one home at a time. Be part of…
[Open in App] Deal With It or Dealbreaker: Buying a House with a Dated Kitchen If you’re shopping for a home and it checks all the boxes, but it has a dated kitchen, that can feel like a dealbreaker. But if you ask the pros (we did), it’s not nearly as big of a redRead …
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What does the data show? The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Index rose 2.3% year-over-year in May, down from 2.7% in April and marking the slowest annual gain since early 2023. The 10-city index climbed 3.4%, while the 20-city index increased 2.8%. This month’s release covers home sales in March, April, and May. During this period, weRead …
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[Open in App] I’m a 37-Year-Old Single Mom With Student Debt and I Bartered and Borrowed My Way to Homeownership Thinking about buying a home, but not sure how to afford it? Welcome to the Down Payment Diaries, where real people spill about how they saved and splurged on their path to homeownership. Today, aRead …
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Running a high-performing real estate team requires more than just great agents. It demands efficient systems, fast decision-making, and the ability to scale without burning out. That’s where artificial intelligence (AI) can make a big impact. AI can help simplify operations, save time, and improve agent performance. From automating lead follow-up to generating listing descriptionsRead …
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Freddie Mac Mortgage Rates—July 24, 2025 What happened to mortgage rates this week The Freddie Mac 30-year mortgage rate dropped 1 basis point, to 6.74%, this week while a lot of political pressure is being put on the FOMC to lower rates. However, the persistent risk of tariff-driven inflation, combined with a rising U.S. fiscalRead …
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In the current competitive housing landscape, buyers are becoming increasingly selective. Even with the challenges related to affordability, personalization remains a priority, especially for Millennial and Gen Z buyers who desire their homes to reflect their personal identities and lifestyles. For builders, this scenario creates both a challenge and an opportunity: How can design flexibilityRead …
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Discover Isla Mirada by DRB Homes a new townhome only section in the heart of Mirada, located in San Antonio Florida! These modern townhomes in San Antonio Florida offer low-maintenance living with optional waterfront views of the stunning 15-acre Crystal…
The first half of 2025 is in the books — what do the numbers reveal about Florida’s real estate trends? In this month’s market update, Florida Realtors Chief Economist Dr. Brad O’Connor breaks down the surprising 3% rebound in single-family…
