State Rep. Sheldon Roach thinks Citizens Property Insurance Corp. could become the state’s go-to windstorm coverage provider, but others say it’s not a good idea.

Looking for insights into real estate trends and the outlook for 2024? Find out at Florida Realtors Real Estate Trends on Jan. 19 at the Mid-Winter Biz Meetings.

Mortgage rates climbed to their highest level in four weeks, reaching 6.66%, Freddie Mac reported Thursday. Two years ago, the average rate was 3.45%.

Gia Arvin, 2024 president of Florida Realtors, said lawmakers recognize existing challenges but are optimistic and sincerely want to work with Realtors.

Of millennials, 96% say high interest rates have affected their home-buying plans, and 70% say inflation has affected their plans, a recent survey found.

Economists say more than half the increase in prices from November to December reflected higher housing costs, but consumers remain confident in seeing 3% inflation.

Several Florida cities, including Crestview, Deltona and Ocala, are a boon for buyers, coming in among the top 50 U.S. cities that had the most homes sell under the asking in 2023.

Treasury Secretary Yellen also spoke about upcoming real estate rules meant to increase transparency about the people and companies buying U.S. property.

The MBA’s deputy chief economist and vice president calls the increase a “promising to start the year.”

When companies relocate employees, the workers often face challenges finding suitable housing. Berkshire Hathaway Home Services CEO Kathy Connelly has insights.