BOSTON — Just months into the pandemic, Matthew Haines, like landlords across the country, learned he was barred from evicting tenants who didn’t pay their rent under a federal eviction moratorium that lasted almost a year – costing him and his investors over $1 million. Now, the 57-year-old Texan is hoping to get some relief. … Read more
Real estate Q&A: A new survey found the overlap, not uncommon as property lines don’t always match assumptions. Confirm the results first, then talk to the neighbor. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Question: We are preparing to refinance our home, and the lender ordered a new survey. It turns out that about 2 feet of our driveway … Read more
A difficult neighbor may need to be disclosed if issues are ongoing. Being clear and factual can help sellers avoid problems later. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Question: We are getting ready to sell our house, and one of the reasons is our next-door neighbor. He throws loud weekend parties that run late into the night, … Read more
NEW YORK — Every spring, thousands of homeowners list with the same goal: Sell quickly and walk away with the highest possible price. But in the busiest season of the year, strong demand alone doesn’t decide the outcome. The difference between a good sale and a great one often comes down to a handful of … Read more
MIAMI – If you’re approaching retirement and wondering whether refinancing your mortgage still makes sense, you’re far from alone. Millions of homeowners across the country are asking the same question as mortgage rates shift, federal policies change and the financial landscape heading into 2026 looks markedly different from just a few years ago. Here’s a … Read more
Florida’s Hometown Heroes used all 2025-2026 funds in six months, aiding 3,000 buyers. Continued funding remains a Florida Realtors legislative priority. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida Hometown Heroes Housing program, the state’s workforce homebuyer initiative, has exhausted its 2025-2026 funding in just six months, helping more than 3,000 families become homeowners, the Florida Housing Finance Corporation … Read more
Property managers and contractors working in pre-1978 homes may need EPA certification. Recent guidance clarifies who can be held liable. ORLANDO, Fla. – Federal law requires all renovation, repair and painting firms that work in housing or facilities where children are routinely present built prior to 1978 be certified. In Florida, this law is enforced … Read more
New prediction markets let users trade on where home prices are headed, sparking debate over whether crowd sentiment can meaningfully inform housing decisions. NEW YORK – Prospective home buyers and sellers traditionally rely on familiar signals — days on market, inventory levels and recent sale prices — to judge where prices may be headed. Now, … Read more
Florida’s housing market slowed in 2025, but easing mortgage rates, steady migration and improving international activity point to early momentum. ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida’s housing market slowed through much of 2025 as high mortgage rates and affordability pressures weighed on buyer demand, but early signs suggest activity is beginning to rebound as rates ease, according … Read more
A new survey shows buyers are focusing on design for 2026, favoring calming paint colors, flexible layouts, quality finishes and curb appeal over square footage alone. MADISON, N.J. — A growing number of home buyers say design features, not just price or location, are shaping their home search for 2026, according to new research from … Read more
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