Florida Realtors Awards $233K in Scholarships
Florida Realtors Education Foundation will help 217 students with college costs this year. Since the program started in 2010, it has given nearly $3M in scholarships.
First-Time Home Buyers Downsizing
Faced with high prices and rates, first-time buyers are choosing smaller homes, prompting builders to scale down size and features to keep sales moving.
RE Q&A: Should Equity Be Split 50/50 in Divorce?
If a divorce didn’t cover selling the home, a judge may decide how to split equity based on payments, upkeep and use or the parties can try mediation.
Consumer Sentiment Surges
Consumer sentiment rose 16% in June after six months of decline, as inflation stayed low and Americans grew less concerned about recent trade tensions.
Researchers Maintain Hurricane Season Prediction
CSU still expects 17 named storms and 9 hurricanes in 2025, with 4 major ones likely. Warm ocean temps fuel activity, but forecast uncertainty remains.
Mortgage Rates Tick Down This Week
The average rate on a 30-year mortgage fell to 6.84% from 6.85% last week. Rates on 15-year mortgages declined to 5.97% from 5.99%.
Home Styles Hint at Price, Popularity
In Florida, Mediterranean-style homes are often the priciest, and Ranch styles are popular and usually more affordable.
Confused by ‘Equity’? You’re Not Alone
Half of Americans lack basic financial literacy, costing over $243 billion in 2024. Confusing terms like “equity” and “APR” lead to costly mistakes nationwide.
How Education Is Shaping Homeownership
Four Florida metros lead the country with the highest homeownership rates, driven by residents with college degrees, a new study found.
FEMA Faces Shut Down After Hurricane Season
The president said FEMA may be phased out after the 2025 hurricane season, with disaster response responsibilities shifting to states.