Foreclosed homes give buyers another path to savings

Foreclosed homes sold for a median 27.2% below their estimated value, giving cost-conscious buyers another option as listings reached a six-year high, Realtor.com reported. Economists said the increase reflects a return to more normal market conditions, not a housing crisis.

Florida Construction Permits Surge

A total of 7,477 new residential construction permits were issued in Florida’s main metropolitan regions in June, a 17% rise from May. In the five Florida regions covered by the research (Tampa, Southwest Florida, Orlando, Jacksonville, and Southeast Florida), permits totaled almost $2.68 billion in

AI and home automation expected to reshape daily living within 20 years

Artificial intelligence and home automation are reshaping how homes function, from keyless entry and smarter kitchens to lighting, climate control, sleep tracking and bathroom health features that respond more directly to daily routines.

Team growth needs more than new agents

As real estate teams expand, clearer systems, stronger accountability and more intentional leadership are helping them manage growth without losing consistency.