https://www.floridarealtors.org/ Florida Realtors®, formerly known as the Florida Association of Realtors®, serves as The Voice for Real Estate® in Florida. It provides programs, services, continuing education, research and legislative representation to its 115,000 members in 67 boards/associations. en https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/more-young-buyers-rely-down-payment-help A growing share of younger buyers is relying on family help, gifts and assistance programs to buy homes, highlighting how affordability pressures are reshaping the path to homeownership. Fri, 15 May 26 12:05:37 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/more-young-buyers-rely-down-payment-help https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/floridas-insurance-overhaul-beginning-reshape-market Litigation drops, insurers cut rates and more companies enter Florida, easing insurance costs and improving affordability and market stability. Fri, 15 May 26 12:05:47 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/floridas-insurance-overhaul-beginning-reshape-market https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/florida-home-sales-rise-again-april Florida’s housing market posted its eighth straight month of year-over-year closed sales gains, with condo and townhouse activity showing particular strength. Fri, 15 May 26 11:05:42 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/florida-home-sales-rise-again-april https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/study-finds-home-affordability-improving-several-florida-metros A new ConsumerAffairs analysis found affordability rankings improved in several Florida housing markets, including Jacksonville, Ocala and Orlando, though high-income thresholds remain in Naples and Miami. Thu, 14 May 26 13:05:40 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/study-finds-home-affordability-improving-several-florida-metros https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/mortgage-rates-ease-slightly-after-two-weeks-increases Rates edged lower this week after rising the previous two weeks, with the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate dipping to 6.36% and the 15-year fixed rate easing to 5.71%, according to Freddie Mac. The slight decline may help some buyers revisit affordability calculations heading into the summer market. Thu, 14 May 26 12:05:18 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/mortgage-rates-ease-slightly-after-two-weeks-increases https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/using-personality-boost-listing-videos Creative, personality-driven listing videos are helping agents stand out, build recognizable brands and turn views into listings and leads. A Naples-area Realtor highlighted by NAR shows how. Thu, 14 May 26 11:05:38 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/using-personality-boost-listing-videos https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/study-buying-may-outpace-renting-florida A 10-year rent-vs.-buy analysis found projected homeowner equity topped renter investment returns in five Florida markets, led by Miami. Wed, 13 May 26 11:05:33 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/study-buying-may-outpace-renting-florida https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/child-care-costs-add-pressure-florida-buyers A Realtor.com report found child care costs are adding to affordability challenges for families already weighing home prices, rents, insurance and other expenses. Wed, 13 May 26 11:05:40 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/child-care-costs-add-pressure-florida-buyers https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/floridas-aging-homeowners-may-not-ease-inventory-shortage Florida leads the nation in 65-plus households, but NAHB says the “silver tsunami” alone won’t solve tight housing inventory. Wed, 13 May 26 11:05:22 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/floridas-aging-homeowners-may-not-ease-inventory-shortage https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/ai-can-speed-deals-buyers-still-want-you-room Most buyers expect AI throughout the process, but trust is dropping and the majority still prefer a real person for key decisions Tue, 12 May 26 11:05:20 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/ai-can-speed-deals-buyers-still-want-you-room https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/condo-financing-rules-change-2026 Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are updating condo project review, reserve and insurance standards, with several changes taking effect in 2026 and 2027. Tue, 12 May 26 11:05:23 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/condo-financing-rules-change-2026 https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/rising-gas-prices-reshape-florida-home-searches A Realtor.com report found the growing “commute tax” is shrinking home searches as buyers factor transportation costs into overall affordability. Florida agents say commute times and day-to-day travel expenses are becoming increasingly important in housing decisions. Tue, 12 May 26 11:05:48 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/rising-gas-prices-reshape-florida-home-searches https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/budget-session-could-shape-housing-priorities Florida lawmakers return to Tallahassee to finish the state budget, with decisions ahead on taxes, spending and programs tied to housing, growth and the environment. Mon, 11 May 26 13:05:07 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/budget-session-could-shape-housing-priorities https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/florida-migration-slows-buyers-still-coming Migration to Florida has slowed from its peak but is still greater than pre-2020 levels. Higher costs are changing who can afford to move here and what they're looking for. Mon, 11 May 26 12:05:01 +0500 amyc https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/05/florida-migration-slows-buyers-still-coming