Owning a condo in Florida is becoming less attractive: Redfin

Owning a condo in Florida is becoming less attractive: Redfin

The cost of owning a condominium in Florida has shot up significantly in recent months, prompting a wave of homeowners to offload their properties.  The cost of homeowners insurance has surged in... Read more »
Owning a condo in Florida is becoming less attractive: Redfin

Median home prices, new listings move higher in Florida

The housing market in the state of Florida saw higher median home prices, more real estate listings and a higher number of active listings during the month of January, according to data... Read more »
Court temporarily blocks Florida law barring Chinese citizens from owning property

Court temporarily blocks Florida law barring Chinese citizens from owning property

A U.S. appeals court has halted the enforcement of a Florida law that bans Chinese citizens from purchasing property in the state, multiple news outlets reported. The decision places the law on... Read more »
Broker Spotlight: Merry Morgan Holotik, Compass Florida

Broker Spotlight: Merry Morgan Holotik, Compass Florida

Mark your calendars for the ultimate real estate experiences with Inman’s upcoming events! Dive into the future at Connect Miami, immerse in luxury at Luxury Connect, and converge with industry leaders at... Read more »

Florida theme parks creating more housing for employees

A large portion of Florida’s economy relies on tourism, especially as major Orlando-area theme parks including Universal Studios Florida and Walt Disney World. But the parks — which employ an estimated 110,000... Read more »
New global hotspots, tax code changes to shift luxury real estate landscape in 2024: Sotheby’s

New global hotspots, tax code changes to shift luxury real estate landscape in 2024: Sotheby’s

To maximize wealth transfers and avoid imminent tax exemption cuts, high-net-worth individuals are migrating accordingly. Image credit: Sotheby’s Real estate firm Sotheby’s International Realty is projecting a series of changes across global markets. According to the company’s fourth annual 2024 Luxury Outlook report,... Read more »
How hurricane-ravaged Texas and Florida have avoided a housing disaster — so far

How hurricane-ravaged Texas and Florida have avoided a housing disaster — so far

After Hurricane Harvey soaked Houston with 51 inches of rain last August, Amir Befroui, a foreclosure defense specialist at Lone Star Legal Aid, started planning for a very busy spring. That’s when... Read more »
How Much Do Real Estate Agents Make in Florida?

How Much Do Real Estate Agents Make in Florida?

If you are thinking of becoming a real estate agent in Florida, you might be wondering how much money you can make in this profession. The answer is not simple, as there... Read more »
What Causes Red Tide on Florida Beaches (2024)

What Causes Red Tide on Florida Beaches (2024)

As the warm, tropical sun beats down on the sandy shores of Florida, it’s easy to understand why the state’s beachfront real estate is so desirable. However, in recent years, an unwelcome... Read more »
When Will the Housing Market Crash in Florida?

When Will the Housing Market Crash in Florida?

Florida’s recent housing boom has been nothing short of spectacular. Fueled by low interest rates, remote work opportunities, and an influx of retirees, home prices skyrocketed, with some coastal havens experiencing double-digit growth... Read more »