The average premiums barely moved in Sept. Some insurers showed declines. Analysts say quieter storms and lower reinsurance costs could help moderate future rates.

New data shows bathrooms are the most-viewed rooms in 3D tours, prompting more brokerages to invest in full digital twins to meet rising buyer expectations.

Most buyers now consider walkability essential. The younger generations are willing to pay more for homes near shops, services and daily conveniences.

Metal building homes and barndominiums are growing in popularity as buyers seek faster, cheaper construction and flexible layouts.

Simple touches like citrus, herbs and pantry items are reappearing in home design, adding color and warmth when used sparingly and styled with a curated, modern feel.

Rates on 30-year mortgages fell Wednesday to 6.23% from 6.26% the previous week. Borrowing costs on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages fell to 5.51%.

The 2026 conforming loan limit rises to $832,750. Florida Realtors chief economist says the move broadens conventional financing opportunities for Florida buyers.

Updating the books, trimming unused subscriptions, meeting agents and setting targets now can help brokerages start 2026 with cleaner data and clearer focus.

Citizens’ policy count has fallen to about 439,000 and is projected to reach a record low by year-end as more policies shift to private insurers.

A new report shows tourism added $133.6B to Florida’s economy last year, supported 1.8M jobs and produced $33.6B in tax revenue that eased household costs.

An analysis finds accessibility issues on the average webpage expose businesses to ADA lawsuits, compliance risks and lost revenue tied to inaccessible sites.

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NAR said pending sales rose monthly in the Northeast, Midwest and South and fell in the West. Year-over-year gains appeared only in the Midwest and South.

Americans expressed concerns about inflation and slower hiring while views of the labor market turned more negative, contributing to a decline in overall confidence.