Drop in Mortgage Rates Sparks Refinances
Mortgage rates fell to an 11-month low, prompting more refinancing. Experts urge caution if the break-even period to recoup costs is over two years.
Want to Sell Your Home? Start Early
Many longtime homeowners hold large equity gains, but today’s market calls for early planning and careful pricing to ensure a smooth, profitable sale.
How to Reach the Coveted 850 Credit Mark
Only about 2% of Americans achieve an 850 credit score. With steady habits and smart monitoring, anyone can move closer to top-tier credit and better loan rates.
Radon Testing: A Simple Step for a Safer Home
Radon, an invisible gas and second-leading cause of lung cancer, can enter any home. Regular testing and affordable mitigation protect health and property values.
Working Smarter with AI in Real Estate
Jonathan Lickstein, COO of LoKation Real Estate, shares at the Florida Realtors Convention how AI helps his agents streamline tasks, nurture leads and stay efficient.
Jobless Claims Dip in State, Jump Nationally
Florida’s jobless claims fell 1.7% to 5,624 last week, while U.S. filings surged 11% to 263,000, which was the highest weekly total since 2021.
RE Q&A: Is Our New home in an HOA Neighborhood?
To determine if a home is in an HOA community, check the deed and closing documents. If recorded, the annual fee is required; if not, it’s optional.
Hurricane Season Forecast Eased
AccuWeather trimmed its hurricane outlook to 13–16 storms and 6–9 hurricanes, citing dry air, dust and wind shear, though Gulf waters remain very warm.
Census Bureau: Cost of Homeownership Rising
U.S. homeowners’ median monthly costs rose 3.8% to $2,035 in 2024, with mortgage holders spending 21.4% of income as rents climbed 2.7% to $1,487.
Pool Deck Failure Linked to Condo Collapse
The Champlain Towers South pool deck began falling down at least seven minutes before the tower, suggesting the pool dragged the building down with it, experts said.