U.S. Home Tours, Mortgage Locks Bounce Back

U.S. Home Tours, Mortgage Locks Bounce Back

Buyers are wading back into the market on the post-election interest rate cut, Redfin found. Buyers had been waiting for the election to be over, an economist said. SEATTLE — Early indicators of homebuying demand show that buyers are returning after taking a hiatus in...
Understanding Gen Z Homebuyers

Understanding Gen Z Homebuyers

Gen Z, second largest generation of potential buyers, is tech-savvy and connected, yet they prioritize authenticity and personal connections. NEW YORK — What makes Generation Z different from the prior generation? Unlike Millennials, who initially were labeled the...
Third Quarter Tourism Up in Florida

Third Quarter Tourism Up in Florida

Luxury vacation homes Naples Barefoot Beach FL By Jim Turner Despite hurricanes in August and September, Visit Florida estimated 34.61 million people traveled to Florida in Q3, up from the same period in 2023 and 2022. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida posted a record...
New NAR Guide Answers Mortgage, Finance Questions

New NAR Guide Answers Mortgage, Finance Questions

The new Consumer Guide helps answer mortgage and finance questions, covering loan types, concessions and the benefits of working with a Realtor. ORLANDO, Fla.— Do you have customers with questions about mortgages and financing? The National Association of Realtors®...
NAR: Strength in Numbers

NAR: Strength in Numbers

By Stacey Moncrieff Treasurer’s report: National Association of Realtors membership has held steady throughout 2024 and continued to top 1.5 million at the end of October. BOSTON – Membership in the National Association of Realtors® remains near its all-time high....
Florida Home Prices Now Easing

Florida Home Prices Now Easing

Home prices in the larger metro areas, including Miami, Jacksonville, Orlando and Tampa, are declining, creating new opportunities for buyers.  MIAMI — The state of Florida remains an attractive destination for real estate and the Realtor.com’s recently released...