Mortgage Rates Surge to 7-Month Highs

Mortgage application activity continued to move higher last week, though the pace slowed considerably as financial markets turned volatile and mortgage rates moved back up from their recent lows. The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) reported an increase of 3.2% on a seasonally adjusted basis for t

Single-Family Construction Softens in January

January housing starts moved higher on multifamily gains, while single-family activity weakened as affordability and construction costs continued to weigh on builders.

Where $400K Buys the Most Space in Florida

Buying power varies across Florida. Jacksonville buyers get the most space, while Miami buyers get far less due to higher price-per-square-foot costs.

What AI Home Staging Means for Agents

AI staging can attract online attention, but mismatched expectations during showings can hurt a listing. Real staging still helps buyers judge space and layout.