- Florida’s consumer sentiment index rose in January as views of personal finances and spending improved, even as economic uncertainty persists.
- With budgets of $500, $1,000 or $5,000, modest bedroom updates like paint, bedding and window treatments can improve how a home shows.
- Well-planned sheds can improve backyard organization and usable space, with prefab and custom options that balance storage needs, budget and resale appeal.
- Top agents should be doubling down on what already works, such as reviewing past leads and focusing on fewer high-value connections, for success this year.
- Home prices rose in most U.S. metros in late 2025. Florida saw some price softening tied to higher inventory, while homeowners continue to hold significant equity.
- Designers say staging increasingly highlights screen-free spaces, helping buyers picture rooms meant for rest, creativity and time offline.
- The annual Good Neighbor Awards recognize Realtors who made an extraordinary impact in their communities. Five winners will receive a $10K grant.
- With prices outpacing wages and mortgage rates elevated, some owners offset monthly costs by renting rooms, co-buying with friends or creating shared living setups.
- A new survey finds 39% of Americans are more likely to move aging parents into their homes than consider assisted living or nursing facilities.
- New HousingWire metrics point to stronger buyer activity, modest price stability and expanding inventory as early 2026 gets underway.
- A new NAR survey highlights how affordability pressures, limited supply and reduced mobility are shaping buyer, owner and renter sentiment nationwide.
- Even without interest rate cuts, mortgage rates can shift with economic outlooks. Lower rates may help buyers, though supply constraints could keep prices elevated.
- Strategic upgrades can attract buyers and strengthen first impressions, from fresh paint and minor updates to newer HVAC systems and better curb appeal.
- The Florida Chamber Foundation’s 2026 outlook points to stabilizing home prices and improving sales as the housing market adjusts after rapid growth.
