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Five Things That Can Affect the Cost of Your First Mortgage
A fixed-rate mortgage can offer long-term payment stability, while an adjustable-rate mortgage may start with a lower initial payment and more variability over time. Talking with a certified financial counselor can help you understand how housing costs may fit into your overall budget. It also helps to account for additional costs like insurance, property taxes, […]8 First-Time Homebuyer Mistakes to Avoid
First-time homebuyers can run into common mistakes when setting a budget, reviewing their credit profile, and researching neighborhoods. Some buyers also overlook how mortgage pre-approval works and the basics of different loan options, including government-backed loans. It can help to keep the full monthly housing cost in mind, including items like taxes, insurance, and closing […]
Happy Women’s Day
International Women's Day, also known as IWD for short, grew out of the labour movement to become a recognized annual event by the UN.It all started in 1908 when 15K women marched through NYC demanding shorter working hours, better pay and the right to vote. Things were made official in 1975 when the United Nations […]More Affordable Home Prices Projected in Many Cities by 2026
Existing home prices are expected to decline in many U.S. cities as sellers respond to price cuts by homebuilders, who have lowered new home prices by about 15% since 2022. The typical home price is now nearly five times the typical income, exceeding historical affordability norms. New homes are currently priced lower than existing homes, […]Orlando Home Market Wakes Up as Listings Pour In
Central Florida's housing market showed a sharp rebound in January with new listings up 59.5% and pending sales rising 24.4%, though closed sales fell about 25%. Average days on market hit 81, the longest since 2016, with a median price of $370,000. Easing mortgage rates around 6.10% and increased inventory are giving buyers more options […]
Why Investors Stay in Orlando Multifamily 2026
Rent growth may resume by late 2026 — reasons for investors to stay. Some rentals are softening, but investors shift to build‑to‑rent & workforce units. Population is exploding — Orlando grew ~12.7% in five years, boosting demand. Vacancy is high but stabilizing, keeping investors cautious, not gone. New supply slowed, meaning less competition for investors […]