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Expert Tips for Selling Your Home This Fall and Winter
Prep Early: Complete exterior maintenance—fix gutters, repaint, rake leaves, and brighten windows before cold weather limits improvements. Warm and Welcoming: Keep interiors cozy and decorated; personal touches help buyers imagine themselves living there. Avoid Neglect: Maintain curb appeal, keep utilities on in vacant homes, and price realistically to attract serious buyers. Smart Offer Choices: Don’t […]What states have the most new construction in housing?
Texas, Florida, and California lead in total new housing permits, while Idaho, North Carolina, and South Carolina top per capita new construction. The South dominates new housing growth, driven by population influx, job growth, and favorable land and zoning conditions. New construction can ease market entry for buyers but may not always signal easier affordability. […]
Florida Leads Ultra-Wealthy Growth in the US
Florida is projected to see the fastest growth in ultra-high-net-worth individuals, at 8.8% annually through 2030. The state’s warm climate, low taxes, and expanding finance and tech sectors continue to attract wealthy individuals and families. Luxury Real Estate and high-end investments are booming as more affluent buyers relocate from traditional financial hubs. Florida is also […]How Can a VA Mortgage in Florida Help Buyers Avoid a Down Payment?
VA mortgages allow qualified Florida buyers to finance 100% of a home's value with no down payment, backed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Eligible applicants include veterans, active service members, and certain spouses. VA loans require no private mortgage insurance and have no official loan limits for those with full entitlement, enabling purchases […]Florida Housing Market Changes Direction
Florida's home inventory is finally declining after 110 weeks of continuous growth, signaling fewer urgent sellers. Despite a construction boom, rising mortgage rates, reduced migration, and higher prices have dampened demand. Listings peaked in spring but have since dropped due to fewer new listings and more delistings. While inventory falls, demand remains low, with longer […]Fla. Rewrites Housing Rules (Whether Locals Like It or Not)
Florida's "Live Local Act" allows developers to bypass local zoning to build affordable housing on commercial or industrial land, requiring 40% affordable units and offering tax incentives. The 2025 update expanded eligible properties and allowed churches to build housing. While it accelerates development amid a housing crisis, critics warn it undermines local control, historic preservation, […]
Happy Halloween
Halloween falls on October 31 because the ancient Gaelic festival of Samhain, considered the earliest known root of Halloween, occurred on this day. In the eighth century, Pope Gregory III designated November 1 as a time to praise all saints. Soon, All Saints' Day incorporated some traditions of Samhain and the evening before was known […]Check out this new 2 beds-3 baths listing at 63 60 RANELAGH Unit 104, Orlando
Well maintained 2/2.5 in MetroWest. Stonebridge Lakes is close to major freeways, grocery stores, drug stores, dining, shopping, and several entertainment venues. This professionally maintained gated community has a swimming pool with cabana. All stainless steel appliances, and corian counter tops. The kitchen opens up to a large Great Room with sliding doors in the […]