02/06/2025

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FloridaRealtors Florida Realtors serves as the voice for real estate in Florida. It provides programs, services, continuing education, research and legislative representation to its 187,000 members in 52 boards/associations.

  • RE Q&A: HOA Pay for Parking During Repairs?
    by amyc on 30/05/2025 at 7:05 AM

    Associations must maintain common elements like parking decks and may raise dues or assess fees to cover costs, including reimbursing related resident expenses.

  • U.S. Consumer Sentiment Largely Unchanged
    by amyc on 30/05/2025 at 7:05 AM

    Overall, consumers see the outlook for the economy as no worse than last month, but they remained concerned about the future, a new survey found.

  • New Health Insurance Planning Tool Coming Soon
    by amyc on 30/05/2025 at 7:05 AM

    Health Plan Navigator, launching fall 2025, helps Florida Realtors members explore and compare health insurance plans on one easy-to-use platform.

  • Some Buyers See Downturn as an Opportunity
    by amyc on 30/05/2025 at 6:05 AM

    Nearly 30% of homebuyers say a recession would make them more likely to buy, citing lower rates and less competition despite economic uncertainty.

  • Small-Space Gardening for any Area
    by amyc on 30/05/2025 at 6:05 AM

    Container and raised-bed gardening help families cut grocery costs as food prices climb, offering a simple way to grow fresh produce in any space.

  • U.S. Coasts See Sinking Land, Rising Seas
    by amyc on 30/05/2025 at 6:05 AM

    Seas are forecast to rise from 8- to 23-inches along U.S. coasts by 2050, with the higher increases along the northern Gulf Coast and mid-Atlantic.

  • Two New Consumer Guides Available
    by amyc on 30/05/2025 at 6:05 AM

    New NAR Consumer Guides help customers understand market conditions and explore financial programs that assist with purchasing or keeping a home.

  • Mortgage Rates Edge Higher This Week
    by amyc on 29/05/2025 at 7:05 AM

    The average rate on 30-year mortgages rose to 6.89% from 6.86% last week, while borrowing costs on 15-year mortgages rose to 6.03% from 6.01%.

  • Mortgages After a Disaster: What to Expect
    by amyc on 29/05/2025 at 6:05 AM

    If a home is destroyed, the mortgage remains. Owners must notify the lender and decide whether to rebuild or pay off the loan.

  • Disclose Contemplated Interest in Property Appraised
    by amyc on 29/05/2025 at 6:05 AM

    A Realtor appraised an apartment building for a seller. The Realtor did not disclose to the seller that they were already the property manager for several other buildings owned by the buyer. However, the Realtor took care not to discuss managing the appraised property with the buyer. According to the Code of Ethics, is this a violation?

  • Myths and Misuse of Rider GG
    by amyc on 29/05/2025 at 5:05 AM

    Know your tools: Some forms help navigate compensation, but they're not required and are often misunderstood or misused.

  • Understanding the CCCL Disclosure
    by amyc on 29/05/2025 at 5:05 AM

    Florida’s Coastal Construction Control Line program protects beaches. Sellers must disclose seaward property unless the buyer waives the right in writing.

  • Pending Home Sales Down in April
    by amyc on 29/05/2025 at 5:05 AM

    Compared to one month ago, pending home sales fell in all four U.S. regions, largely due to mortgage rates, NAR’s chief economist said.

  • Millennials Show Increased Interest in Buying
    by amyc on 29/05/2025 at 5:05 AM

    A new survey showed Gen Z appears to be the most cautious and wary of high mortgage rates with an increased inclination towards signing a lease.