Easy Furniture Updates To Get Guest-Ready
Simple furniture swaps, like a new chair, bench or coffee table, can refresh a home for summer guests and gatherings with no renovations needed.
2025 Legislative Session Ends with $115B Budget
New laws boost housing, end the business rent tax, strengthen property rights and improve condo transparency. Some measures still await the governor’s signature.
Builder Sentiment Down, Price Cuts Increase
Builder confidence eased in June, but increased price incentives reflect efforts to make homes more affordable and attract buyers in today’s market.
Buyer-Seller Gap Widens in Housing Market
Sellers outnumber buyers by 500K nationwide, the widest gap in over a decade, as listings rise and buyers remain cautious amid high mortgage rates.
Paint Colors to Boost a Home’s Sales Price
New research shows dark olive green and rich navy blue are the value-boosting colors of 2025. Buyers prefer dark shades of green, blue and gray.
Safeguarding Privacy From Smart Home Devices
Smart devices have surged to nearly 18.8 billion worldwide, collecting personal data. Protect your privacy by securing devices, updating firmware, and limiting data sharing.
County Faces Legal Fees in Rent Control Fight
An appeals court ruled Florida Realtors and the Florida Apartment Association can seek attorney fees from Orange County over a rent-control lawsuit.
Buyer Demand Shows Signs of Strengthening
Mortgage applications for home purchases climbed to the highest level in more than a month, even as interest rates barely budged.
Building a Dependable, Sustainable Business
Real estate business success should include CRM tools, personalized prospecting, lead generation strategies, consistent workflows and tech integration.
3 Hidden ChatGPT Features for Every Agent
Unlock hidden ChatGPT features to boost productivity by searching past prompts, customizing responses and perfecting your writing to save time every day.