http://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 http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/florida-home-sales-gain-momentum-extend-growth-streak-10-months Closed sales, pending sales and median prices increased in both property categories in June. Florida Realtors researchers said a weak June 2025 comparison contributed to the size of the gains. Sales are now tracking closer to 2023 levels. Fri, 17 Jul 26 11:07:06 +0500 amyc http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/florida-home-sales-gain-momentum-extend-growth-streak-10-months http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/saudi-arabia-opens-property-ownership-portal-foreign-buyers Saudi Arabia’s new foreign property ownership system gives non-Saudi buyers and companies a clearer path to own real estate through designated areas and an online portal. The shift is worth noting in Florida, where international buyers are part of the real estate market. Fri, 17 Jul 26 11:07:06 +0500 amyc http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/saudi-arabia-opens-property-ownership-portal-foreign-buyers http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/mature-trees-can-add-resale-value-agent-says Well-placed, well-maintained mature trees create an emotional response in buyers and can meaningfully increase a home's resale value, according to a Next Brokerage agent. Fri, 17 Jul 26 10:07:48 +0500 amyc http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/mature-trees-can-add-resale-value-agent-says http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/average-30-year-mortgage-rate-climbs-highest-level-nearly-year The average 30-year mortgage rate rose to 6.55% this week, Freddie Mac said. The increase is adding to borrowing costs and reducing purchasing power as inflation concerns push bond yields higher. Thu, 16 Jul 26 12:07:11 +0500 amyc http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/average-30-year-mortgage-rate-climbs-highest-level-nearly-year http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/new-nar-survey-americans-value-walkable-neighborhoods Most Americans consider sidewalks, nearby amenities and other walkability features important when choosing where to live — and nearly two-thirds say they would pay more for them. Thu, 16 Jul 26 8:07:29 +0500 amyc http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/new-nar-survey-americans-value-walkable-neighborhoods http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/florida-economy-moves-no-14-globally The state's $1.8 trillion economy is now the world’s 14th largest after surpassing Australia and Mexico, according to the Florida Chamber Foundation. The foundation said Florida’s economy grew 6.3% over the past year, moving the state closer to its goal of ranking among the world’s 10 largest economies by 2030. Thu, 16 Jul 26 8:07:22 +0500 amyc http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/florida-economy-moves-no-14-globally http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/young-buyers-face-tougher-path-ownership Pew Research found rising home prices, higher mortgage rates and bigger upfront costs have made homeownership harder for adults under 40. In several Florida metros, median home prices are now four to five times the median income for younger households. Wed, 15 Jul 26 11:07:54 +0500 amyc http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/young-buyers-face-tougher-path-ownership http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/renovations-biggest-bang-your-buck Zonda Home's 2025 remodeling report ranks garage doors, steel doors, stone veneer, fiber-cement siding and kitchen updates as top return-on-investment projects, with backup generators debuting at number seven. Wed, 15 Jul 26 11:07:06 +0500 amyc http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/renovations-biggest-bang-your-buck http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/florida-inventory-tells-split-market-story The July 2026 Mortgage Monitor found most major Florida metros have more inventory than before the pandemic, though levels have eased from last year’s highs. Lakeland and Orlando had the largest surpluses, while Miami was the only major Florida market tracked below pre-pandemic norms. Tue, 14 Jul 26 13:07:06 +0500 marlam http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/florida-inventory-tells-split-market-story http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/cyberattack-puts-real-estate-data-security-focus A recent cyberattack on a global real estate firm is raising fresh concerns about how companies protect customer, tenant and transaction data. Propmodo reported the May incident involved vishing, or voice phishing, underscoring the need for employee training, access controls and verification procedures. Tue, 14 Jul 26 13:07:01 +0500 marlam http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/cyberattack-puts-real-estate-data-security-focus http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/nar-leaders-help-deliver-landmark-housing-law The bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act has been enacted after a nearly two-year advocacy effort led by the National Association of Realtors. The package includes nearly 50 measures aimed at increasing housing supply, improving affordability, expanding homeownership opportunities and supporting veterans. Tue, 14 Jul 26 13:07:23 +0500 marlam http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/nar-leaders-help-deliver-landmark-housing-law http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/hispanic-homebuying-confidence-falls-despite-brighter-financial Hispanic consumer confidence improved slightly in the second quarter, but fewer said it was a good time to buy a home, a Florida Atlantic University survey found. Mon, 13 Jul 26 12:07:12 +0500 amyc http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/hispanic-homebuying-confidence-falls-despite-brighter-financial http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/survey-gen-x-millennials-still-lean-parents new survey finds financial independence is taking longer for many adults, including millennials and Gen Xers, as housing costs, student debt and everyday expenses continue to strain budgets. Mon, 13 Jul 26 12:07:31 +0500 amyc http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/survey-gen-x-millennials-still-lean-parents http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/trump-will-let-bipartisan-housing-bill-become-law-without-signing He let the bipartisan housing bill approved by Congress become law without his signature, saying he was refusing to put his name on it because of the little progress made in passing a strict voter ID bill that he has been pushing. Fri, 10 Jul 26 11:07:51 +0500 marlam http://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2026/07/trump-will-let-bipartisan-housing-bill-become-law-without-signing