Florida home prices hold firm in August

Florida median home prices rose in August despite slower sales, with tightening inventory helping support them, Florida Realtors Chief Economist Dr. Brad O’Connor said.

No, The Fed Didn't Hike Mortgage Rates Today

Mortgage rates are definitely higher today--the highest since January 13th, 2025. Today's Fed announcement had something to do with that. But while the Fed hiked the Fed Funds Rate, that had NOTHING to do with mortgage rates moving higher this afternoon. In fact, this is very easy see on a chart of

Federal Reserve hikes key rate for 1st time in 3 years

The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark rate for the first time since 2023 to combat persistent inflation, potentially impacting borrowing costs. Officials projected another rate increase later this year.

Speed alone doesn’t convert real estate leads

Tracking appointments and closed deals can give real estate teams a clearer view of lead-generation results than response times or cost per lead.