The home renovation experts said wood-infused architectural warmth, such as ceiling beams, trim and wall paneling, is among the 10 most popular home trends.

The program, Elevate Florida, can help eligible homeowners affected by flooding and substantial property damage who are impacted by FEMA’s 50% rule.

Costs like mortgage interest and personal property taxes up to a certain limit may be deducted to reduce tax bills, plus some home improvements in certain cases.

The expansion of artificial intelligence options includes helping to virtually stage a home, speeding up mortgage approvals and fueling smarter property searches.

As of Friday, Citizens had 942,810 policies; it had 941,158 a week ago. Fla.’s insurer of last resort expects the policy count to drop as depopulation continues.

MSCI data: In 2024, the volume of office building sales rose by 20% from a year ago to $63.6B, the first increase in sales volume since 2021.

The annual inflation rate has risen in the three months since the November election to 3%, with gasoline prices climbing, recent reports show.

The average rate on a 30-year mortgage fell to 6.87% from 6.89% last week, but rates on 15-year mortgages rose to 6.09% from 6.05%, Freddie Mac said.

NAR explains escrow, earnest money and their role in real estate transactions in its newest Consumer Guide. View all of the guides at facts.Realtor.

The movement is not just about moving to a smaller space; it’s about embracing a lifestyle that prioritizes simplicity, reduced financial burdens and peace of mind.