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.

Many Realtors think they have a good handle on Professional Standards.  Most of it’s just common sense, right? Test your knowledge and have a little fun with this Professional Standards quiz game – Locate That Phrase!

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.

A new Realtor.com report shows the new-construction price premium at a record low as builders use incentives to lower rates and down payments for buyers.

Home prices across the U.S. climbed 2.2% year over year, FHFA reports. Many states and metros saw gains, while quarterly growth was modest and September was flat.

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NAR’s new FAQs explain how local MLSs can apply the 18 handbook updates. In Florida, non-members have long had MLS access.

AI tools now influence how consumers discover agents. Consistent bios, reviews and fresh local content help real estate pros appear in generative search results.