Florida Revenue Tops Projection

Florida Revenue Tops Projection

The state collected $4.56B in general revenue in May, $84.5M over forecast, with most gains coming from sales taxes as consumers pre-bought goods ahead of tariffs. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida’s general-revenue tax collections beat expectations in May, with economists...
Dive Into AI at Florida Realtors Convention

Dive Into AI at Florida Realtors Convention

By Amy Connolly AI is reshaping real estate. This year’s Florida Realtors Convention features expert-led sessions on tools, strategies and ethical use in daily business. ORLANDO, Fla. — From lead generation to marketing, artificial intelligence is reshaping how real...
Social Engineering Scams Are Getting Smarter

Social Engineering Scams Are Getting Smarter

By Michael Bartiromo FBI warns cybercriminals are ramping up social engineering attacks, using deception, AI and deepfakes to trick victims into handing over sensitive info. NEW YORK — The Federal Bureau of Investigations on Friday issued an alert concerning Scattered...
My Safe Florida Home Program Updates

My Safe Florida Home Program Updates

By Tom Butler A $280 million infusion of funding means new opportunities to take advantage of the My Safe Florida Home program. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The My Safe Florida Home (MSFH) program received $280 million in new funding from the Florida Legislature this year,...
Home Buyer Optimism Grows in June

Home Buyer Optimism Grows in June

By Amy Connolly Fannie Mae says more Americans think it’s a good time to buy a home but concerns over job security and mortgage rates dampened overall housing sentiment in June. WASHINGTON — Consumer sentiment about the housing market dropped in June on job loss...
RE Q&A: Can HOAs Override State Vehicle Law?

RE Q&A: Can HOAs Override State Vehicle Law?

By Gary M. Singer HOAs can enforce stricter rules on commercial vehicles than state or city laws, unless those rules directly conflict with public policy or state law. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Question: Our community does not allow “commercial vehicles” to remain...