Small home problems can become big obstacles when buyers walk through the door

Buyers who spot maintenance issues, odors, water damage or questionable DIY work during showings may respond with lower offers, added contingencies or harder negotiations.

Mortgage Rates Edge Modestly Higher

Starting last Thursday, mortgage rates have barely budged. In terms of our 30yr fixed index, the maximum day-over-day change has been 0.02% since then. The past 3 business days have seen rates either hold steady or move cautiously lower. Today's rates moved higher, but at just as slow a pace. The un

Follow-ups, not new leads, drives Realtor pipeline

Agents who chase new leads while neglecting follow-up are leaving business behind, according to real estate trainer Darryl Davis. He recommends auditing activities by what produces real conversations versus what only feels productive.

Florida consumer sentiment index falls in June

Florida consumers grew more cautious as inflation concerns, household budget pressure and softer job conditions continued to shape expectations for the economy and major financial decisions.