Month: April 2024

The average interest rate on a 30-year mortgage was up slightly again this week, to 6.82% from 6.79%, reflecting the consistent fluctuation over the recent weeks.

Buyers in Florida’s booming luxury market are seeking properties with smart home technology, access to nature and sophisticated security systems.

Real estate professionals say new construction is offering attractive incentives as the housing market stabilizes. The shifting market has given buyers more options.

Efforts like the NAR Global Ambassador program have made great inroads in helping organized marketplaces grow through professional standards and MLS rules.

A new report from NAR found a rise in first-time buyers across all generation. Leading the charge were younger millennials, age 25 to 33.

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation’s (OIR) said the state’s insurance market is continuing to strengthen with more carriers.

Colliers: The U.S. vacancy rate rose from 11% in late 2019 to 17% today, higher than during the 2008 financial crisis. As leases expire, it could mean more office sales.

Turnkey properties, popular among real estate investors, allow for passive income streams but often may come with hidden costs.

Net general revenue in Feb. totaled nearly $3.538B, up $217.M, or 6% higher than projected. Analysts said the sales-tax portion could be misleading.

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