Mortgage Rates Bounce But Remain Lower on The Week

The top tier 30yr fixed mortgage rate index rose 0.04% on Friday, which would be a medium-sized defeat in and of itself. In the broader context, however, it was an acceptable adjustment on what has otherwise been a solid week.  Specifically, today's rates are still 0.08% lower than last Friday'

Researchers Maintain Hurricane Season Prediction

CSU still expects 17 named storms and 9 hurricanes in 2025, with 4 major ones likely. Warm ocean temps fuel activity, but forecast uncertainty remains.

Florida Realtors Awards $233K in Scholarships

Florida Realtors Education Foundation will help 217 students with college costs this year. Since the program started in 2010, it has given nearly $3M in scholarships.

Inexpensive Summer Decorating Refreshes

Homeowners can boost joy by refreshing decor with simple, low-cost updates like painting, repurposing items or sprucing up gardens and furniture.