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

New Florida Realtors program celebrates Realtors who give back

Florida Realtors’ new I 🧡 My Hometown series will recognize members who give back to their communities. Submissions are due Oct. 30.

5% Yields Bringing Value Buyers?

With no meaningful econ data on tap today and no high stakes events, bonds are left to watch news headlines and attend to last-minute positioning goals before tomorrow's Fed announcement. There's a bit more of a disconnect between oil prices and bond yields than normal today. Earlier in the overnigh

Agents remain responsible for AI-generated work

AI can save time, but agents must protect customer information, question its answers and personally verify the final product, AI-expert Kevin Hawkins said during Florida Realtors Live at the Florida Realtors Convention & Trade Expo.