Pets Drive Home Buying

About one-fifth of recent home buyers considered their pet when choosing a neighborhood, a share that increases among unmarried couples and single women buyers.

Mortgage Rates Lowest Since May 1st

Mortgage rates ended the previous week roughly in line with the best levels since May 1st.  Today's modest improvement made it official.  Mortgage rates are primarily a function of trading levels in the bond market and bonds have had a few reasons to move at the start of the new week. Ther

Realtor-Supported Condo Bill Becomes Law

A condo-related law supported by Florida Realtors takes effect July 1. It improves condo document transparency and extends certain deadlines.

NAR: Existing-Home Sales Increase in May

U.S. existing-home sales rose 0.8% in May, with gains in most regions. Inventory and prices increased, while higher mortgage rates kept activity subdued.