Florida Consumer Confidence Up, Caution Persists
Expectations improved in December, but inflation and labor market uncertainty continued to shape how Floridians view the economy heading into 2026.
Citizens Policies Plummet in 2025
The state’s insurer of last resort shed about 541,000 policies in 2025 as depopulation and legal reforms shifted coverage back to private insurers.
Practical Ways Agents Are Using AI
AI is being used to analyze MLS data, create charts, map customer workflows and plan local content, saving time while strengthening market visibility.
Turning a Calendar Into a Real Estate Power Tool
Smart use of digital calendars helps agents reduce no-shows, improve communication and stay connected with customers through automation, reminders and integrations.
RISMedia Showcases Florida Realtors’ Tech Success
Florida Realtors takes a member-first approach to technology, pairing practical tools with education to deliver real-world value.
Online Research Now Drives Agent Selection
Digitally savvy, repeat buyers now dominate the market, using online research to screen agents before first contact and moving quickly once they engage.
Saving for a Down Payment Takes Less Time
Down payment saving timelines have improved since 2022, falling to roughly seven years nationwide as price growth slows.
Gen Z Turns to Co-Buying to Enter Homeownership
Young buyers are pooling resources as lenders adapt, offering programs for unrelated co-borrowers and credit models that better reflect real-world payment behavior.
Using AI to Set Smarter 2026 Financial Goals
AI tools can help professionals define clearer financial targets, break goals into steps and organize planning — with care around data privacy and verification.
Florida Realtors Rolls Out New, Updated Forms
The new and updated listing, leasing and compensation forms reflect MLS policy changes, current laws and local requirements, with older versions retired and replaced.