Real Estate News
Jobless Claims Dip in State, Jump Nationally
Florida’s jobless claims fell 1.7% to 5,624 last week, while U.S. filings surged 11% to 263,000, which was the highest weekly total since 2021. Read More
Patience Won’t Sell Your House. Pricing Will.
Waiting for the perfect buyer to fall in love with your house? In today’s market, that’s usually not what’s holding things up. And here’s why. Read More
Mortgage Rates Dip to Year Low
Rates on 30-year mortgage rate eased to 6.35% from 6.5% last week, while 15-year rates slipped to 5.5% from 5.6%. Read More
Designer-Approved Items Every First Home Needs
A few smart investments, including a durable sofa, quality mattress, solid dining table and statement lighting, can make a first home comfy and lasting. Read More
Pool Deck Failure Linked to Condo Collapse
The Champlain Towers South pool deck began falling down at least seven minutes before the tower, suggesting the pool dragged the building down with it, experts said. Read More
Turning Global Connections into Biz Opportunities
Lessons from convention: Real estate is local and global. TRREB CEO shared Canadian market insights - 71% of Canadians who buy real estate in the U.S. choose Florida. Read More
Mortgage Rates Just Saw Their Biggest Drop in a Year
You’ve been waiting for what feels like forever for mortgage rates to finally budge. And last week, they did – in a big way. Read More
Buyers Are Test-Driving Homes With Sleepovers
Luxury buyers are increasingly requesting overnight stays before making offers, using the “try-before-you-buy” approach to test a home’s fit. Read More
Florida Shines for Retirement Living
Four Florida cities – Orlando, Miami, Tampa and Fort Lauderdale – rank among the best places in the nation to retire in 2025, according to a new Wallethub study. Read More