Analysts are revising their forecasts for this year, saying the economy likely will grow 2.2% after adjusting for inflation, up from a previous estimate of 1.3%.

Homebuyers say energy-efficient features are home “must-haves” because they save money, improve resale value and help people lead healthier lives.

Among states, Florida had the highest percentage of decline (9.21%) in rent prices year-over-year in 2023, but monthly rent remains higher than the nation’s average.

Gov. DeSantis: $5.3M through the Rural Infrastructure Fund will strengthen public infrastructure; $1M through the Florida Disaster Fund will help with home repair.

Remind clients who recently bought a primary home in Florida not to miss the Homestead Exemption filing deadline of March 1 – it could cost them thousands of dollars.

As a new member benefit, Realtors and their clients get free access to Curbio’s “Build Your Own” estimate app, which offers free repair estimates for home inspections.

FAU experts: Higher interest rates and less demand for office space are concerns. Businesses and workers moving to Sunbelt states like Fla. make them less vulnerable.

RE Q&A: Communicate with your HOA or condo association. Most will try to address the issue with homeowners who have financial difficulties, but there are legal limits.

Breaking down long-term objectives into manageable increments, like monthly or quarterly production or sales targets, lets you assess and adjust plans as needed.

Sales of new homes rose nationally in 2023 for the 1st time in 2 years, up 4.2% from the previous year. However, fluctuating mortgage rates remain a wild card.