New legislation requires condotel buyers to receive disclosures about maintenance responsibilities and fees for non-condo areas, ensuring clarity before purchase.

Association attorneys urge brokers to plan for the liability risks they could face in their brokerage, from buyer breaches to fraud, copyright and contractor issues.

AI is transforming the real estate industry with faster processes and greater efficiency. It also presents risks, including legal, ethical and cybersecurity concerns.

Although Florida Realtors exclusive agreements (listing or buyer brokerage agreements) don’t contain a cancellation clause, they do allow the broker to assign the agreement to a new brokerage.

Existing-home sales fell in March due to tight inventory, while new-home sales rose as builders met strong buyer demand. Buyers still face competition.

Free help is available for Florida homeowners to appeal denied FEMA claims after Hurricanes Helene and Milton. A national nonprofit offers one-on-one assistance.

Sellers can boost profits by staging, timing the sale, making key upgrades, knowing the local market and enhancing curb appeal, experts say.

A man posing as a buyer at Tampa-area open houses is accused of touching agents' feet, prompting a safety alert and police warning to stay vigilant.

Miami, Jacksonville and Tampa rank among the best cities for buyers this spring, with slower sales and more discounts helping shoppers find deals.

Some 2025 design trends include lighting as functional art, wallpapered or skirted ceilings, buttery yellows, hand-drawn florals and bold color pops.

Consumers saw risks across the economy, largely due to trade policy uncertainty and concerns about a possible return of inflation.

Experts urge Florida home buyers to dig beyond FEMA maps and ask neighbors, sellers, and inspectors to uncover hidden flood risks before closing.

Property taxes are typically prorated at closing. Even if you only lived there a few months, you're responsible for the full tax bill, but can seek reimbursement from the seller.

Success now means speed, strategy, and empathy – agents must deliver clarity, prioritize clients and turn market chaos into confidence.