Florida, U.S. Credit Scores Continue to Edge Lower

Credit scores across Florida slipped over the past year, raising borrowing costs for buyers and limiting refinancing or equity borrowing for homeowners.

Mortgage Rates Signal Ongoing Stability

Rates on 30-year mortgages were essentially flat this week at to 6.11%, while 15-year rates inched up to 5.5%, reinforcing stable conditions for buyers and sellers.

Younger, More Diverse Buyers Reshaping Housing

Census data shows diversity increases with each younger generation, a trend expected to influence housing demand as Millennials and Gen Z age into ownership.

Involving the Whole Family in Home Searches

From storybooks to scavenger hunts, real estate pros are finding creative ways to involve customers’ children and reduce the stress for families during the house hunt.