- Late-year sales activity showed renewed momentum nationwide as mortgage rates eased and price growth slowed, according to the National Association of Realtors.
- Mortgages with rates above 6% now exceed the share below 3%, marking a post-pandemic shift as higher borrowing costs reshape homeowner behavior.
- Organizing storage, deep cleaning, updating lighting and refreshing exterior details can keep a home looking polished and well cared for during winter months.
- Wealthy buyers in 2026 are prioritizing multigenerational layouts, privacy and flexible spaces that reflect broader lifestyle and financial planning goals.
- Low-cost projects like a freshly painted front door, trimmed landscaping, power washing and updated lighting can noticeably improve a home’s exterior without major spending.
- The 2026 filing season opens with the IRS expecting about 164 million returns and rolling out updates tied to recently enacted tax law changes for 2025.
- Fifteen Realtors from across the state will enhance their leadership skills and learn more about Florida Realtors through a number of activities and sessions.
- Designers say high-end wall-to-wall carpet made from natural fibers is gaining favor for comfort, texture and sound control in upscale, design-driven homes.
- Home equity can be a powerful financial tool, but misconceptions about risk, access and borrowing options may lead homeowners to make costly decisions.
- Tighter budgets, deeper AI use and audience fragmentation are pushing real estate pros to prioritize focus, consistency and clear positioning over trend chasing.
- The deal brings together roughly 340,000 real estate pros and affiliate broker-owners under Compass International Holdings, with Robert Reffkin at the helm.
- Florida residents can apply for 2026-27 academic awards starting at $1,000. Students in any major are eligible if they submit their online application by March 6.
- Higher prices and mortgage rates have pushed down payments to record levels, sparking debate over whether preserving savings outweighs putting down more upfront.
- New AI features in Gmail can draft emails, answer inbox questions and flag tasks, as Google expands Gemini-powered tools.
