Pre-Apply for Storm Home Repair Aid
Florida homeowners in eligible counties with 2023–2024 storm damage can pre-apply for home repair, replacement or reconstruction through Rebuild Florida HRRP.
RE Q&A: Do I Need Condo Insurance?
Condo insurance covers the building and shared areas, but not a unit’s interior or belongings. An individual policy protects personal items and liability.
Keeping Ahead of Social Media Trends in RE Marketing
Real estate marketing thrives on short videos, local posts, quick updates and personal connections. AI helps, but genuine content and paid boosts build relationships.
NOAA Updates 2025 Storm Forecast
NOAA slightly lowers its 2025 storm forecast but still expects an above-average season as warm seas and favorable conditions fuel activity.
Nautical Decor Makes a Stylish Comeback
Across Gen Z and Gen X households, interest is rising in the fisherman aesthetic, including coastal-inspired palettes that bring utilitarian charm indoors.
Realtors Net 13.5 Tons of Trash, Oddities
Nearly 1,200 Florida Realtors members and volunteers removed 13.5 tons of trash from 218 miles of waterways in July, finding items from a walker to a bottle of sake.
Homebuyer Optimism Increases in July
Housing sentiment inched up as Fannie Mae’s index rose to 71.8. Job loss fears fell, home price and mortgage rate outlooks improved, but buying conditions declined.
Hispanic Buyers Driving U.S. Homeownership Growth
Hispanic buyers make up over one-third of U.S. homeownership growth, with rising incomes, strong buying power and growing market influence.
2 in 3 Gen Z Fear They’ll Never Afford a Home
Two-thirds (66%) of Gen Z are more concerned about housing security than a year ago, and nearly 1 in 3 (30%) have considered squatting or living in their car.
Turning Green Into Gold With Lawn Care
A beautiful lawn can add serious value to your home, increasing your home’s price by 5%. Landscaping improvements often offer 100% or more ROI.