Florida Ends 57-Year Tax on Commercial Leases Today
The state’s business rent tax has officially been repealed after decades of advocacy by Florida Realtors, saving commercial tenants $2.5 billion annually.
What Else is New? More Ethics & Arbitration Changes Effective June 5
At the Realtors® Legislative Meetings in Washington, NAR made multiple revisions to the Code of Ethics and Arbitration Manual that were effective on June 5, 2025, including changes to 11 Standards of Practice (SOP). But that’s not all — there were several other changes made to the Code of Ethics and Arbitration Manual the same…
Fake Title Company Websites Fuel Real Estate Scam
Fraudsters are cloning title company websites and posing as sellers to steal escrow funds. Realtors should verify sellers, avoid rushed closings and report fraud.
RE Q&A: Who Pays For Repairs from Faulty AC?
Recurring condo water damage from common elements, such as an association-maintained AC, may make the association liable. Document damage and act quickly.
Window to the Law: Adopting a Social Media Policy
NAR highlights why brokerages need a social media policy to ensure legal compliance, protect reputations and uphold ethical standards online.
Florida Expands Flood Disclosures
Effective Oct. 1, 2025, the state requires updated flood disclosures for home sales and rentals, including all flooding and repair assistance received.
Home Repair, Remodeling Costs Outpace Inflation
Costs for home repairs and remodeling rose 3.4% year-over-year in Q2, driven mainly by labor costs, surpassing overall inflation.
U.S. Housing Prices Down in July
U.S. home prices fell 0.1% in July but rose 2.3% year over year. In the South Atlantic division, prices were flat monthly, up 0.8% annually.
Cities, Counties Challenge Growth Law
Twenty-five cities and counties sued over SB 180, saying the law freezes local growth rules through 2027, violates home-rule authority and limits planning autonomy.
Florida Realtors Releases New, Updated Forms By
The forms reflect recent law and policy changes, including expanded flood disclosures and adjustments to NAR’s Multiple Listing Options for Sellers.