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REALTORS Earn Their Compensation

REALTORS® Earn Their Compensation

REALTORS® Earn Their Compensation from the day you bring them on board to the day of closing - and beyond, with repeat clientele. After you read this comprehensive accounting of everything your REALTOR® does, you will understand why so many people have close relationships with their REALTOR®. Click here to explore the range of tasks your REALTOR® undertakes to assist you in buying and selling...

Facts About REALTORS'® Compensation

Facts About REALTORS’® Compensation

Facts About REALTORS'® Compensation are often misunderstood. So here are answers to questions regarding why home sellers' brokers often cover the compensation of buyers' brokers, along with essential information for buyers and sellers. This practice benefits both parties economically, increases access for various buyer demographics, and allows small brokers to compete with larger ones. Moreover, it...

Rental Prices in Florida

Rental prices in Florida are gradually decreasing

Rental prices in Florida are gradually decreasing amid an unprecedented influx of new residents. Rent costs in Florida saw a significant year-over-year decline of 9.21% in January 2023, with an average monthly rent of $2,095, still higher than the national median of $1,964. While cities like Jacksonville experienced rent increases, others like Orlando and Miami saw declines. Factors such as increased...

Modest Increase in Home Listings

Modest Increase in Home Listings Sparked by Mortgage Rate Decline

Modest Increase in Home Listings The recent decrease in mortgage rates has led to more homeowners listing their properties, yet the modest increase in home listings is still not enough to bring the housing market's inventory back to pre-pandemic levels. Active listings in the U.S. rose by 4.9% in December year-over-year, with a significant 9.1% increase in new listings. Despite this uptick, the market...