The Federal Reserve held interest rates at 4.3% and noted rising risks of inflation and unemployment. Interest rates influence mortgage rates.
ADUs add value, offer passive income and provide space for family or rental use, but they require careful planning, permits and professional help.
Florida lawmakers are discussing five proposals for property tax reform for a possible constitutional amendment in Nov. 2026.
Effective sites match content to design. Clear visuals, simple layouts and strong collaboration help ensure messaging connects and engages users.
Updates to Sarasota’s watershed plans aim to improve flood prevention and could boost NFIP insurance discounts for local property owners.
Sale pending means a home is under contract but not sold. Deals can fall through due to financing, repairs or paperwork, so backup offers might still be considered.
About three in 10 agents reported a 1% to 10% increase in home value when homes were staged, NAR found. Nearly half of sellers experienced faster sales.
To avoid clutter zones, do one load of laundry at a time, designate a hook for wear-again garments or create a wear-again zone in the closet.
The national housing market is turning more buyer friendly as home price growth slows and inventory rises, giving buyers more choices and greater purchasing power.
ChatGPT is evolving fast — now handling text, images and audio, and widely used in businesses, homes and school — making AI more useful than ever.
