Affordability drives buyers toward suburbs, outer-ring communities

Monthly payment considerations, rather than lifestyle preferences, are pushing more home buyers toward suburbs, small towns and exurban areas, Inman reported.

Mortgage Rates Back Up Near 10-Month Highs

Mortgage rates have moved higher at a moderate pace over the past 2 days as tensions between The U.S. and Iran see a resurgence. As far as the underlying bond market is concerned, most of the damage was done yesterday. But today's news added emphasis when Trump declared the ceasefire to be over. Rat

New construction tells different stories across Florida

A new study shows Florida’s new-home market varies widely, from luxury-level pricing in Miami to larger pockets of new-home sales in Lakeland and Cape Coral. The numbers show why new construction may be a very different buyer conversation depending on the market.

Young adults living at home need a path to ownership

Many young adults living with parents are not out of the housing market – they are delayed by affordability. Realtors can help them compare rent, starter-home options, down payment programs and realistic timelines for buying.