Florida Tourism Edges Higher in Q3 2025

Florida Tourism Edges Higher in Q3 2025

By Jim Turner Visitor volumes held firm in the third quarter, led by domestic travel and continued improvement in international arrivals. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida posted a slight increase in tourism during the third quarter of 2025 from a year earlier, even...
IRS Urges Early Prep as 2026 Tax Rules Shift

IRS Urges Early Prep as 2026 Tax Rules Shift

By Dallas Gagnon Internal Revenue Service advises taxpayers to prepare now for filing changes, including direct-deposit refunds, updated tax laws and new child savings accounts. WASHINGTON – The Internal Revenue Service is urging the public to take action now and...
Pursuing Upside-Down Properties for New Listings

Pursuing Upside-Down Properties for New Listings

Homes with negative equity could create openings for experienced agents, as fewer competitors and options like short sales allow for creative deal structures. NEW YORK – Properties with negative equity can be opportunities for experienced real estate agents who can...
Florida Consumer Confidence Up, Caution Persists

Florida Consumer Confidence Up, Caution Persists

Expectations improved in December, but inflation and labor market uncertainty continued to shape how Floridians view the economy heading into 2026. GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Consumer sentiment among Floridians rose modestly in December, increasing 2.4 points to 74.9 from...