- Rates on 30-year mortgages fell Wednesday to 6.23% from 6.26% the previous week. Borrowing costs on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages fell to 5.51%.
- Updating the books, trimming unused subscriptions, meeting agents and setting targets now can help brokerages start 2026 with cleaner data and clearer focus.
- The 2026 conforming loan limit rises to $832,750. Florida Realtors chief economist says the move broadens conventional financing opportunities for Florida buyers.
- Citizens’ policy count has fallen to about 439,000 and is projected to reach a record low by year-end as more policies shift to private insurers.
- A new report shows tourism added $133.6B to Florida’s economy last year, supported 1.8M jobs and produced $33.6B in tax revenue that eased household costs.
- An analysis finds accessibility issues on the average webpage expose businesses to ADA lawsuits, compliance risks and lost revenue tied to inaccessible sites.
- Many Realtors think they have a good handle on Professional Standards. Most of it’s just common sense, right? Test your knowledge and have a little fun with this Professional Standards quiz game – Locate That Phrase!
- Designers say layered task, accent and ambient lighting can make rooms feel larger and more welcoming. It's a simple strategy that boosts appeal instantly.
- A new Realtor.com report shows the new-construction price premium at a record low as builders use incentives to lower rates and down payments for buyers.
- Americans expressed concerns about inflation and slower hiring while views of the labor market turned more negative, contributing to a decline in overall confidence.
- NAR said pending sales rose monthly in the Northeast, Midwest and South and fell in the West. Year-over-year gains appeared only in the Midwest and South.
- Home prices across the U.S. climbed 2.2% year over year, FHFA reports. Many states and metros saw gains, while quarterly growth was modest and September was flat.
- NAR’s new FAQs explain how local MLSs can apply the 18 handbook updates. In Florida, non-members have long had MLS access.
- AI tools now influence how consumers discover agents. Consistent bios, reviews and fresh local content help real estate pros appear in generative search results.
