Rising gas prices reshape Florida home searches

A Realtor.com report found the growing “commute tax” is shrinking home searches as buyers factor transportation costs into overall affordability. Florida agents say commute times and day-to-day travel expenses are becoming increasingly important in housing decisions.

Condo financing rules to change in 2026

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are updating condo project review, reserve and insurance standards, with several changes taking effect in 2026 and 2027.

AI can speed up deals, but buyers still want you in the room

Most buyers expect AI throughout the process, but trust is dropping and the majority still prefer a real person for key decisions

Daytona Beach Student Housing Investors Ink $53.7M Refi

L3 Campus and Aureon Partners have obtained a $53.7 million refinancing for the OnShore apartments, a 210-unit/636-bed student housing project near the campus of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach. A Walker & Dunlop Capital Markets Real Estate Finance led by Will Baker, Mike Shrop