The pace of housing starts was 17.7% higher than a year ago, but still insufficient to meet the demand, experts say. Higher rates have stymied homebuilding.  

Buyers have a wider selection of homes to choose from today than a year ago, but rising mortgage rates remain a hurdle for many.

The average 30-year rate fell to 7.02% from 7.09% last week. Borrowing costs on a 15-year mortgage fell to 6.28% from 6.38% last week.

Tampa and Jacksonville saw rents surge more than three times quicker than wages in the past four years, according to Zillow.

Homeowners should be prepared to secure their dwellings when a hurricane or tropical storm threatens. Hurricane season starts on June 1.

Remodeling projects can be chaotic, so proper planning and communication is essential to finishing on-time and within budget. Have reasonable expectations.

Insurance agents say one of the biggest mistakes homeowners make on their insurance is opting for a higher deductible. Hurricane season starts June 1.

The early years as a new agent can be tough, but there are ways to make it more manageable, such as by taking classes and going to events.

Investors, who account for 19% of homes sold in Q1, have come off the sidelines faster than individual buyers, Redfin said.

The NAHB found that 25% of builders cut home prices to bolster sales in May. Overall, builder confidence posted its first decline since November 2023.

One of the first steps to buying land for a home is to hire an agent who understands the process and can help buyers navigate their checklist.

To find a steady flow of leads, begin by targeting a neighborhood, becoming familiar with the community and marketing yourself.

Under the bill, some non-homesteaded properties could be moved from Citizens to surplus lines insurers, which do not face the same regulations as standard carriers.

Home equity remained strong in Q1 2024 but dipped downward from Q3 2023. Florida is home to some of the most equity-rich zip codes in the nation