Floridians begin the year with improved views about current economic conditions but concerns about the future, a UF analyst said.

The proposed budget includes several Florida Realtors priorities such as elimination of the Business Rent Tax and more money for the Hometown Heroes Housing Program.

At 4.06 million, the annual pace of 2024’s existing-home sales was the lowest number recorded since 1995, when it was 3.85 million.

The United Kingdom accounted for an estimated 1.143 million visitors to Florida in 2023, below the estimated 1.334 million visitors in 2019.

The 2025 forecast for multifamily shows a mixed outlook with potential opportunities and challenges, including continued job growth and rising inflation.

Could Fla. be on the cusp of a buyer’s market? Yes, in some local areas, Florida Realtors chief economist said at Friday’s Mid-Winter Meetings’ RE Trends event.

Donald Miller, keynote speaker at the Mid-Winter Business Meetings, said Realtors can succeed by using clear communication and focusing on customers’ problems.

One manufactured home seller sees trends that include an increasing demand for affordability, eco-friendly homes and changing buyer preference.

NAR’s annual Good Neighbor Awards recognize Realtors who made an extraordinary impact in their communities. Five winners will receive a $10K grant.

While the courts haven't fully tested a smoking ban inside homes, HOAs can enforce rules through warnings, fines or legal action if smoking impacts neighbors.