More Florida Seniors are Choosing to Rent
A growing number of older adults in Florida are renting instead of owning. From 2013–2023, senior renters rose 22% in Miami and over 80% in Jacksonville.
15 Essential Questions for Smart House Hunting
When house hunting, focus on what’s most important – including costs, space and potential problems – to avoid buyer’s remorse.
Beating Florida Heat With Smart Outdoor Designs
Floridians can stay cool and safe outdoors with elements that include shade trees and awnings, says the Building Resilience Against Climate Effects program.
Using Air-Purifying Plants For Indoor Health
House plants that include common ivy, spider plants and peace lilies can help reduce stress and improve air quality. Use caution near pets and children.
Getting Better Results From AI Chatbots
Vague prompts lead to weak replies. To get better AI results, be clear, specific and give context. Refine the search and repeat it until it works.
NAR Secures Real Estate Wins in Tax Reform Bill
New tax law includes deductions, affordable housing incentives and pro-homeownership measures, driven Realtor advocacy nationwide.
Mortgage Rates Fall Lowest Level Since April
Rates on 30-year mortgages fell to 6.67% from 6.77% last week, while rates on 15-year mortgages declined to fell to 5.80% from 5.89%.
Using Pre-Listing Inspections to Save Deals
Real estate pros say having an inspection before listing the house can help calm nerves and save deals by providing the chance to address repairs long before a sale.
Talking Customers Through Their Concerns
Agents can ease customer concerns by focusing on appraisal values, market strategy and transparent pricing to build trust and guide informed decisions.
Census Shows Big Age Gaps Across Florida Counties
Florida has one of the nation’s highest median ages, but 22 counties saw a drop in median age since 2020, showing wide age variation across the state.