Buyers Stay Cautious as Rates Dip

Buyers Stay Cautious as Rates Dip

By Kate Wood Mortgage rates dropped, but buyer activity stayed low last week. A Fed rate cut seems unlikely, though bond policy changes could eventually lower rates. NEW YORK – Mortgage rates moved slightly lower last week, but not enough to motivate most buyers. The...
U.S. Consumer Sentiment Dips

U.S. Consumer Sentiment Dips

Consumer sentiment in the U.S. dropped more than expected in February, falling to 64.7, its lowest since November 2023, amid rising inflation expectations. WASHINGTON — A report released by the University of Michigan on Friday showed consumer sentiment in the United...
Meet the AI Revolution for Luxury Homes

Meet the AI Revolution for Luxury Homes

The latest smart home technology offers greater personalization, advanced automation and seamless integration across every part of a home. NEW YORK – When selling a luxury home, forget asking Alexa or Google turn on the lights. Those systems are flip phones compared...
BOI Reporting Rules Back, New Deadline

BOI Reporting Rules Back, New Deadline

By Brandy Bruyere and Angela Gamalski For most reporting companies, the new compliance deadline is March 21, 2025. Extensions apply for some storm-affected businesses. WASHINGTON — On February 18, 2025, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) beneficial ownership...
Fla.’s Jan. Housing: New Listings, Inventory Rise

Fla.’s Jan. Housing: New Listings, Inventory Rise

By Marla Martin Florida Realtors Chief Economist: “A new year usually brings with it a revival in the rate of homes being listed for sale; it certainly was the case this January.” ORLANDO, Fla. — Florida’s housing market started 2025 with more new listings and...