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.

Sellers face higher costs, delays on pre-listing renovations

Industry professionals said highly personalized upgrades and DIY projects often fail to deliver the resale boost sellers expect and may delay a home from reaching the market.