Millennials have become the largest home-buying group but wait longer to buy, starting at age 35. Gen-Z buy homes earlier, starting at age 25.

Consumers may be distracted by fancy fixtures and finishes during a home tour, overlooking more serious problems, researchers say.

Miami ranked #2 in the U.S. News and World Report’s list of fastest-growing cities. Other cities among the top 25 include Tampa, Lakeland, Port St. Lucie and Ocala.

From lawn and garden upgrades to mitigating package theft, smart home solutions abound for homeowners’ outdoor needs.

One expert said there are opportunities for high-quality properties, but investors need to ride out the short-term risks.

The 30-year mortgage rate averaged 6.99% this week, down from 7.03%. Cost on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages also eased to 6.29% from 6.36% last week.

The gap between Black and white homeownership rates closed over the pandemic, but disparities remain.

Foreclosure activity is down nearly 25% YOY, following a surge that hit after a nationwide Covid moratorium on lenders pursuing delinquent homeowners.

Labor and supply shortages, and higher mortgage rates continue to be issues for both the single-family and multifamily markets

NAR kicked off its fundraiser for its Realtor® Relief Foundation with a $1M goal. Florida Realtors is also seeking donations for its Disaster Relief Fund.