Florida hit a record 15.5% share of U.S. vacation travel in 2024, welcoming 142.9M visitors and leading the nation in tourism for the sixth year running.

With rates high and prices up, homeowners are choosing renovations over moves – revamping kitchens, baths, and unused spaces to suit their needs.

Real estate pros can grow their business, network, and skills by taking on leadership roles and engaging more deeply in the industry.

Florida will lose $293M in federal disaster funds and must return unspent money, halting storm prep, flood control and infrastructure projects statewide.

Invasive termites can spread via infested boats, leading to hidden onshore infestations that cause costly damage and are difficult to detect or contain.

Brown tones, color drenching, wallpaper and cozy, quiet spaces are trending. Experts say skip tiny homes, farmhouse style and open kitchen shelving.

A co-op board can stop maintaining a shared AC system if allowed by governing documents and approved by required votes, but actions must be reasonable.

U.S. consumer sentiment declined 11% to 50.8 amid rising job concerns and long-term inflation expectations, with declines across all groups.

Tariffs on construction materials, particularly from China, may raise new home prices by up to $10,000 with costs possibly passed to consumers.

Insulation boosts comfort, cuts energy costs, blocks noise and lasts for decades — making it a smart, eco-friendly upgrade for any home.