Saving for a Down Payment Takes Less Time

Saving for a Down Payment Takes Less Time

Down payment saving timelines have improved since 2022, falling to roughly seven years nationwide as price growth slows. NEW YORK — Saving for a down payment remains one of the biggest barriers to homeownership in the U.S., even as housing market conditions improve....
Florida Realtors Rolls Out New, Updated Forms

Florida Realtors Rolls Out New, Updated Forms

By Amy Connolly The new and updated listing, leasing and compensation forms reflect MLS policy changes, current laws and local requirements, with older versions retired and replaced. ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida Realtors® released several new and updated listing, leasing...
Florida Realtors Rolls Out New, Updated Forms

Florida Realtors Roll Out New, Updated Forms

By Amy Connolly The new and updated listing, leasing and compensation forms reflect MLS policy changes, current laws and local requirements, with older versions retired and replaced. ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida Realtors® released several new and updated listing, leasing...
Fla.’s Nov. Housing: More Closed, Pending Sales

Fla.’s Nov. Housing: More Closed, Pending Sales

By Marla Martin Florida Realtors’ data: Single-family closed sales up 3.4%, condo sales up 1.6% YoY. “Pent-up housing demand is being unlocked,” says Chief Economist Dr. O’Connor. ORLANDO, Fla. — Florida’s housing market in November reported more closed sales and more...
U.S. Pending Home Sales Post November Gain

U.S. Pending Home Sales Post November Gain

Pending home sales rose 3.3% in November and 2.6% year over year, with gains in all regions as improving affordability and inventory drew more buyers into the market. WASHINGTON – Pending home sales in November jumped by 3.3% from the prior month and 2.6% year over...