People moving to Florida from other states tend to earn more and are more likely to own a home, while international migration now drives most of the state’s net growth, according to the Florida Chamber Foundation’s 2026 Florida Business & Economic Mid-Year Report.
Delta Media Group found AI use among brokerages rose to more than 97% in 2026, but data security, compliance and guardrails remain key issues.
Directors also elected association officers and NAR directors, approved 2027 standing committees and acted on several governance items at the annual business meeting.
Author, entrepreneur and speaker Peter Sheahan told Realtors at Florida Realtors’ Wealth Building Summit that lasting wealth starts with repeatable behaviors that make saving and investing easier over time.
Florida Realtors’ Board of Directors approved today the association’s support of Amendment 3, a November ballot measure that would provide property tax relief and make changes to Florida’s homestead and non-homestead property tax structure.
Says President Chuck Bonfiglio: Earning the distinction shows “a commitment to their profession” and that they go above and beyond for their customers.
A federal appeals court upheld final approval of the 2024 Sitzer-Burnett settlement, rejecting objections over legal standing, payouts and the inclusion of home buyers.
Several awards recognizing Realtor excellence were presented Thursday at the annual convention: Tim Weisheyer, president in 2025, was named Realtor of the Year.
Florida’s housing market is showing strength in different ways across price points, property types and regions, while gradual income growth could help improve affordability over time, Florida Realtors Chief Economist Dr. Brad O’Connor said Thursday.
Florida Realtors legal experts urged Realtors to address issues early, document agreements, ask the right questions and use trusted sources to help prevent transaction problems.