Citizens Policies Plummet in 2025

Citizens Policies Plummet in 2025

The state’s insurer of last resort shed about 541,000 policies in 2025 as depopulation and legal reforms shifted coverage back to private insurers. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The state’s Citizens Property Insurance Corp. started 2026 with about 541,000 fewer policies than it...
RISMedia Showcases Florida Realtors’ Tech Success

RISMedia Showcases Florida Realtors’ Tech Success

Florida Realtors takes a member-first approach to technology, pairing practical tools with education to deliver real world value. NORWALK, Conn. — Florida Realtors® was recently highlighted in RISMedia for its member-first approach to technology and innovation,...

Online Research Now Drives Agent Selection

Digitally savvy, repeat buyers now dominate the market, using online research to screen agents before first contact and moving quickly once they engage. SEATTLE — How buyers and sellers choose a real estate agent has shifted meaningfully over the past several years,...
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...