Old Habits That Won’t Close Deals Anymore

Old Habits That Won’t Close Deals Anymore

As transactions get tougher to win, agents relying on old habits may fall behind. New data shows a growing gap between average and prepared. NEW YORK — After years of fast-paced, forgiving conditions, real estate has shifted from what some describe as an...
What 2026’s Tax Shifts Mean for Homeowners

What 2026’s Tax Shifts Mean for Homeowners

By Michael Letendre New deductions, expiring credits and permanent caps are reshaping the homeowner tax picture, but not everyone will see the same payoff. WASHINGTON – The dust has settled on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, and the tax landscape for homeowners looks...
The Risk of Over-Perfected Listings

The Risk of Over-Perfected Listings

By Melissa Dittmann Tracey Polished listing images can win clicks, but buyers feel misled when homes don’t match in person. Some states are now requiring disclosure of edited photos. NEW YORK – Real estate pro Ryann Brier remembers the disappointment on her clients’...
January Shows Strong Start for Florida Housing

January Shows Strong Start for Florida Housing

By Marla Martin Florida Realtors data show single-family sales up 5.9% and condos up 5.1% year over year, as new listings and pending sales rose in both categories. ORLANDO, Fla. — Florida’s housing market started 2026 on an upswing, with more closed sales, more new...
Florida Realtor Magazine to Debut Spanish Edition

Florida Realtor Magazine to Debut Spanish Edition

By Amy Connolly The Spanish-language digital issue will launch in April 2026. Members can join a waitlist for email alerts. The print and online English formats will continue. ORLANDO, Fla. — Florida Realtors® will launch the first Spanish-language digital edition of...
A Shift Worth Watching in Newly Built Homes

A Shift Worth Watching in Newly Built Homes

Builder sentiment is softening while incentives persist, a shift that could influence buyer expectations and competition in new-home areas. WASHINGTON – Persistent affordability challenges, including high housing price-to-income ratios and elevated land and...