State regulators have approved as many as 649,000 policies for private insurers in October and November, another sign Florida’s insurance market is recovering. TALLAHASSEE – Expecting a surge of policies going to private insurers, the state’s Citizens Property Insurance Corp. could have fewer than 900,000 policies at the end of the year. Citizens President and … Read more
The Orlando Sentinel’s Top Workplace in Central Florida distinction is based on anonymous workplace culture surveys filled out by company employees. ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida Realtors® was named Friday as one of the Orlando Sentinel’s Top Workplaces in Central Florida for the fourth consecutive year. The annual ranking is based on a confidential and unbiased … Read more
2024 Florida Realtors President Gia Arvin said members play a crucial role in fostering community support and recovery efforts. ORLANDO, Fla. – As state officials continue to assess residential and business damages from Hurricane Helene, Florida Realtors® is providing additional resources that can assist in the recovery and rebuilding efforts. Gov. Ron DeSantis said the … Read more
Member resources include property insurance information, housing help, legal support and financial aid for those in need. ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida Realtors® is encouraging its members to take advantage of the valuable resources available for crucial cleanup and recovery efforts as Hurricane Helene continues to impact the state. Links to /tools-research/hurricane-resources/helene-recovery-assistance-realtors-resources We have gathered resources … Read more
The storm is expected to make landfall on Thursday evening and could intensify to a strong Category 3. More than a dozen counties are under evacuation orders. ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida Realtors® opened applications for its Disaster Relief Fund (DRF) as Hurricane Helene gains strength in the Gulf of Mexico with the potential to hit … Read more
Florida Realtors has resources for members before and after a storm, including our printable hurricane prep plan and the Disaster Relief Fund. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency in 61 of Florida’s 67 counties ahead of a tropical system moving through the Gulf of Mexico that’s expected to become Hurricane … Read more
Even though millionaires have more options than average American buyers, many see renting as a better investment for now. NEW YORK – Across the United States, the number of millionaire renters is increasing because, they say, the high-quality, reasonably priced homes are hard to find. According to census data analyzed by The Wall Street … Read more
Renters are looking for luxury living with convenience and safety. Some new tech devices and home features fit the bill. CHICAGO – Many real estate agents have a portfolio of investment clients that they help. Whether it’s managing an investment portfolio for a client and ensuring their properties are rented out and taken care of … Read more
ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida Realtors® released six forms translated into Spanish to help Spanish-speaking buyers better understand the recent practice changes, providing Realtors® with additional resources to further build customer trust. Links to /law-ethics/nar-settlement-sitzer-burnett-lawsuit The resources you need to do business in the post-NAR settlement real estate industry. Learn more ► The forms are only … Read more
Analysts say many borrowers are waiting for affordability to improve and mortgage rates to decline. They anticipate rates will average 5.7% by late 2025. WASHINGTON – Despite a significant decline in mortgage rates and improved supply in some parts of the country, existing home sales are not expected to pick up meaningfully through the remainder … Read more
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