How To Choose A Mortgage Broker
Choosing the right mortgage broker is crucial for securing the best deal when buying or refinancing a home. Key tips include asking for local recommendations, checking online reviews, verifying licensing through the SAFE Act and NMLS, and ass...5 tips for first-time home buyers
Buying your first home is a major financial commitment requiring careful consideration. Ensure homeownership suits your lifestyle and finances, and understand your preferences and budget. Mortgage rates have eased but won't return to his...4 Tips for Adapting to Generational Shifts in the Housing Market
Many older homeowners are choosing to stay in their larger homes due to limited affordable downsizing options, leading to more multi-generational living. Younger buyers prefer homes without HOA restrictions to reduce costs and seek flexible d...
Orlando: Is Migration Supporting Suburban Absorption?
1. In-migration and theme park employment drive suburban demand. 2. Listings rise modestly; competition remains for mid-tier family homes. 3. Builders meet absorption with new communities. 4. Entry-l...
Orlando 2026 Housing Forecast Shows Modest Growth
Home values rise 0.7% through October 2026, reflecting modest demand recovery and steady inventory. Balanced growth allows buyers some negotiating power without extreme price pressures. Existing transac...When and why to consider refinancing your mortgage?
Refinancing a mortgage involves replacing an existing home loan with a new one, often to take advantage of lower interest rates, alter loan terms, access equity, or consolidate debt. Key steps include choosing the type of refinance, finding a...
Greater Orlando: Home Sales Rise 4% in Mid-Fall
Slide 1 Mortgage rates fell, boosting October sales 4.0% to 2,335 homes. Slide 2 New listings jumped 9.0% to 3,676, while median price rose slightly to $380,000.
Why Buyers Are Winning Big in Orlando
Median sale price as of Oct: $410,053 Sellers: 18,243 Buyers: 11,519 Sellers outnumber buyers by 58.4%. Nationally, sellers outnumber buyers by 36.8%. Stable prices and expanded supply strengt...