Builder confidence rises in May as incentives remain common

Higher mortgage rates and affordability pressures have shaped buyer demand. New data from the National Association of Home Builders showed incentives remained elevated for the 14th straight month.

Manufactured homes gain traction as affordability option

Manufactured housing is drawing renewed attention as buyers search for lower-cost paths to homeownership. For Realtors, the trend creates opportunities to discuss financing differences, land ownership, resale expectations and local zoning as manufactured homes become a larger part of affordability c

Property tax amendment heads to voters

Lawmakers approve a constitutional amendment that seeks to reshape Florida's property tax system. It must be approved by Florida voters during the November general election.

Florida consumer sentiment falls again

Households are showing more caution as inflation, energy costs and borrowing costs pressure budgets, a shift that can slow buyer decisions and put more focus on affordability.