Real Estate News
Ending Buyer Broker or Listing Agreements Early
There are important differences between a conditional and unconditional termination when a buyer or seller and brokerage firm agree to part ways. Read More
Florida’s Law for Written Listing Agreements
In Florida, written listing agreements must include an end date. Sellers should receive a copy of the signed agreement. Read More
October New Home Sales Down on Higher Rates
New home sales dropped 17.3% in October to 610,000, with a 9.4% annual decline. Median price was $437,300, and 481,000 homes were for sale. Read More
Experts: Black Homeownership Lags in the U.S.
Homeownership rates among Black households was 45.7% in 2023 from its peak of 49% in 2004. One expert said market forces work against Black homeowners. Read More
Florida Endures a Powerful 2024 Hurricane
The hurricane season, which began June 1 and wraps at the end of the month, produced 18 named storms including Hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton. Read More
Mighty Hurricane Season Draws to a Close
The hurricane season, which began June 1 and wraps at the end of the month, produced 18 named storms including Hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton. Read More
Florida Endures Powerful 2024 Hurricane Season
The hurricane season, which began June 1 and ended Nov. 30, produced 18 named storms including Hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton. Read More
U.S. Consumer Confidence Ticks Higher
Americans' view of the economy improved in November, with confidence rising to 111.7, driven by lower inflation expectations and more hiring. Read More
Study: Florida Seniors Hit Hard by Rising Rent
New research shows 12.1% of Florida seniors are living below the poverty line, and rising rents are putting many at risk of being displaced. Read More