Consumers are feeling more pessimistic, causing The Conference Board’s consumer confidence index to drop to 92.9 this month; it was 100.1 in February.

Real estate pros can share the message this homebuying season that strong property appreciation helps sellers make money and buyers build wealth.

Some research shows that many potential Gen X buyers in Florida want the same sort of active lifestyle communities as retirees, but without a 55-plus age limit.

About 900K Floridians seek housing they can afford; many may pay over 30% of their monthly income on housing costs, says UF’s Shimberg Center for Housing Studies.

By using new window treatments, clearing out clutter, banishing devices and installing ambient lighting, homeowners can turn their bedrooms into sanctuaries.

FinCEN issued an interim final rule removing reporting mandates for U.S. companies under the Corporate Transparency Act and set new deadlines for foreign companies.

The forms help Realtors with residential, commercial and vacant land sales through clearer timelines, updated terms and revised disclosures.

Florida homeowners' insurance costs fell 0.7% - the first drop since 2022 - amid reforms. Condo unit and association premiums also fell.

Many business websites remain inaccessible despite legal standards. A scalable approach using AI, human expertise and ongoing monitoring is key to compliance.

Home staging boosts appeal and value, with 81% of agents saying it helps buyers visualize a home. Effective staging may help sell homes faster and at higher prices.