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Tampa named top city for new home construction

“The whole region has had a surge in demand, including Pasco, Pinellas, and Hillsborough County, where Tampa is located.”—Jennifer Motsinger, Executive VP, Tampa Bay Builders Association

NAR study explores top reasons for becoming a Realtor

“Realtors from all walks of life share the common purpose of making a positive difference in communities across the country and delivering excellent service to their clients,” — NAR President Charlie Oppler.

Short-term rentals or “homesharing” in demand

“We have seen a surge of interest from millennials, who are the highest demographic partaking in leisure and personal travel, to have flexibility in their nomadic lifestyles.” — Alicia Lamadrid Paysse, sales director at Cevera Real Estate

Punta Gorda named one of the best places for real estate agents to work

Where are the best places for agents to work? Punta Gorda is one of them.

NAHB: Lumber costs could slow new construction in Florida

It was a surprise year of growth for homebuilders in 2020, but that could be constrained by higher lumber costs, regulatory issues and a shortage of available lots, according to the National Association of Homebuilders.

‘Redlined’ and ‘greenlined’ neighborhoods in Florida are both subject to flooding and climate change

A recent report from Redfin states that Florida’s “redlined” neighborhoods, which were once considered less desirable and relegated to Blacks and other minorities under racist policies, are frequently less prone to damage from flooding and climate change than non-redlined or “greenlined” neighborhoods.

Miami-Dade home sales continue to surge in 2021

Purchases from home buyers in tax-burdened states, which began with the 2016 tax reform bill and has accelerated since COVID made remote working commonplace, continue to fuel Miami real estate”– Jennifer Wolman, Chairman of the Board, Miami Association of Realtors

Millennials dominate homebuyer market as Gen Z enters

Eighty-eight percent of all homebuyers said they used an agent as a source of information during their search, and 91% of millennials age 22 to 30 said the same.

Large home sales boom as families seek more room

Bigger is better when it comes to houses on the market, according to a new report from Realtor.com.

Home ASAP: Three-quarters of brokers saw flat or growing business in 2020

Brokers remain optimistic despite low inventory of homes, the ongoing pandemic and iBuyers.

Boutique developments a draw for South Florida homebuyers

Buyers want amenities such as increased privacy, curated services and features such as private elevator entries and foyers that help limit interactions.

Americans on the move: Florida among top eight states for inbound migration

The COVID-19 pandemic is accelerating migration across the country, following moving patterns that began in prior years, according to a new report.

Miami named most glamorous city in U.S.

A new report ranks the glamour capitals of America — as well as the glamour deserts.

Here’s what 2021 buyers want in a kitchen

The Houzz 2021 Kitchen Trends Study highlights post-pandemic must-haves.

Pandemic-era sellers to iBuyers: ‘No thanks’

As the housing market heated up this summer, selling to an iBuyer became a less attractive option for many profit-minded homeowners.

Bought before they’re built: Advance new home sales highest since 2005

An ongoing shortage of existing homes on the market has made newly constructed homes especially desirable.

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