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May 21, 2026 • By amyc

Fed minutes point to longer mortgage-rate uncertainty

Federal Reserve officials said rate hikes could still be considered if inflation stays high, adding uncertainty for buyers and sellers hoping for lower mortgage rates.

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May 21, 2026 • By amyc

Agent recruiting activity rises sharply in early 2026

Agent recruiting activity accelerated in the first quarter of 2026 as brokerages competed more aggressively for talent after a slower 2025, according to a new industry report.

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May 20, 2026 • By amyc

Fannie Mae: Rates likely to remain elevated longer than expected

Mortgage rates could remain near 6.3% through much of 2026, a forecast that could continue shaping affordability, inventory and buyer demand. Local market conditions and negotiating trends remain critical as inventory slowly improves.

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May 20, 2026 • By amyc

Florida housing inventory near pre-pandemic norms, economist says

Florida Realtors Chief Economist Dr. Brad O'Connor says statewide inventory levels resemble the 2014-2020 period far more than the post-2008 foreclosure crisis, with single-family supply just 7% above April 2019 levels.

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May 20, 2026 • By amyc

Realtors should rethink captions as social search changes

As social platforms scan captions, video audio and on-screen text, Realtors should use clearer keywords and more specific hashtags to help buyers and sellers find their posts.

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May 19, 2026 • By amyc

Florida too hot to handle? Think again

Hot, yes. Exodus? Not yet. New research from Florida Atlantic University finds that extreme temperatures aren't pushing residents out of Florida or other Sun Belt states.

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May 19, 2026 • By amyc

Survey: First-time buyers remain optimistic despite affordability hurdles

Many first-time homebuyers still plan to purchase homes despite affordability challenges, with buyers increasingly willing to compromise on location, size and financing strategies to enter the market.

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May 19, 2026 • By amyc

Rising condo sales signal opportunity as Florida market stabilizes

Florida condo and townhouse sales rose 7% year over year in April, with pending sales up nearly 15%, giving agents new tools to re-engage affordability-focused buyers statewide.

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May 18, 2026 • By amyc

Florida lawmakers support housing funding priorities in 2026 special session

House and Senate negotiators remain aligned on $50 million for Hometown Heroes and full SHIP and SAIL appropriations as budget talks continue.

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May 18, 2026 • By amyc

Florida pending sales surge points to stronger months ahead

New pending sales of single-family homes in Florida rose 8% year over year in April, a sharp increase that Florida Realtors Chief Economist Dr. Brad O’Connor said could signal continued closed-sales growth into May and June

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May 18, 2026 • By amyc

Florida cities lead startup ranking

Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, Hialeah, St. Petersburg and Miami ranked in the top 10 for startups in a new WalletHub analysis of 100 large U.S. cities.

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May 15, 2026 • By amyc

Florida’s insurance overhaul is beginning to reshape the market

Litigation drops, insurers cut rates and more companies enter Florida, easing insurance costs and improving affordability and market stability.

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Fed minutes point to longer mortgage-rate uncertainty

Agent recruiting activity rises sharply in early 2026

Fannie Mae: Rates likely to remain elevated longer than expected

Florida housing inventory near pre-pandemic norms, economist says

Realtors should rethink captions as social search changes

Florida too hot to handle? Think again

Survey: First-time buyers remain optimistic despite affordability hurdles

Rising condo sales signal opportunity as Florida market stabilizes

Florida lawmakers support housing funding priorities in 2026 special session

Florida pending sales surge points to stronger months ahead

Florida cities lead startup ranking

Florida’s insurance overhaul is beginning to reshape the market

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