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US home sales flat in April as lackluster spring homebuying season lurches forward
Home prices continued to rise nationally last month, albeit at a slower rate.
The ‘hottest neighborhoods’: These 2 Florida communities grab the top spots in national list
Two Florida neighborhoods are topping Redfin’s list of hottest neighborhoods in 2026. Here's a look...
US long-term mortgage rate bounce back to levels seen 4 weeks ago
This is the second straight weekly increase.
Ask a real estate pro: Can HOA regulate street parking?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Can the HOA determine whether cars can...
Average US long-term mortgage rate rises to 6.3%, ending a 3-week slide
That’s still down from one year ago, when the rate averaged 6.76%.
Ask a real estate pro: New survey shows our driveway overlaps neighbor’s property. Now what?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: It was news to us that about...
Average US long-term mortgage rate slips to 6.23%, its third weekly drop
The average rate is at its lowest level since March 19, when it was 6.22%.
Ask a real estate pro: Do we have to tell potential buyers about nuisance neighbor?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Are we obligated to tell potential buyers...
HUD secretary visits Fort Lauderdale to pitch updated Opportunity Zone program
U.S. HUD Secretary Scott Turner visited Fort Lauderdale to pitch an updated version of a...
Average US long-term mortgage rate eases to 6.3%, its second weekly drop
The benchmark 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate dropped from 6.37% last week.
Ask a real estate pro: Should HOA pay to move fences that town says are too close lake?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Who should pay to move fences the...
US home sales fall in March, marking a slow start to the spring homebuying season
Existing home sales fell 3.6% last month from February.
Wayfair to open furnishings store at Galleria mall during redevelopment
Wayfair, the online home furnishings retailer, intends to open a store at the Galleria in...
A 23-story hotel in exclusive Miami locale vanishes in seconds with implosion
It marked the largest implosion for Miami in more than a decade, officials said.
Average US long-term mortgage rate eases to 6.37% after rising five weeks in a row
Six weeks ago, average rate had dropped to under 6% for first time since 2022.
Ask a real estate pro: Can HOA suddenly fine me for parking my work pickup truck in my driveway?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Can my HOA fine me for parking...
South Florida housing market is shifting toward the buyers’ advantage
According to recent data, sellers outnumber buyers and many home listings have gone stale in...
Average US long-term mortgage rate climbs to 6.46%, the highest level in nearly 7 months
The last time the average rate was higher was Sept. 4, when it was at...
Ask a real estate pro: How can we stop neighbor’s dogs from running wild?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: How can we keep our neighbor's dogs...
A Build America, Buy America law is causing construction delays amid the US housing crisis
HUD is taking at least six months to approve many waivers.
$68.3 million: Palm Beach County mansion was the country’s priciest home sale in February
A luxury waterfront property in Palm Beach County sold for a whopping $68.3 million —...
Better Home & Finance, Coinbase to offer mortgage backed by cryptocurrencies
Use of cryptocurrency for funding the down payment on a home has remained limited.
Average US long-term mortgage rate leaps to 6.38%, the highest level in more than 6 months
It has risen every week since the war with Iran started.
Ask a real estate pro: How can we protect our condo after HOA filed for bankruptcy?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: How can we protect our condo and...
Average US long-term mortgage rate rises to 6.22%, highest level in more than 3 months
The rate has risen every week since the war with Iran started.
Ask a real estate pro: Do most HOAs prohibit paying residents to lead community classes?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Is it standard for HOAs to have...
New condo concept blends real estate and wellness. The goal? Staying young
The craze to prevent health issues and live longer is extending into South Florida condo...
Retirement savings plans can be used to fund a home down payment. But should you?
The stock market has had only five down years between 2005 and 2025.
Pompano Beach luring some big fish: Developers transforming skyline with ultra-luxury towers
The small town named for a tiny game fish has more of a high-class swagger...
Average US long-term mortgage rate rises to 6.11%, back to where it was 5 weeks ago
The average rate has been hovering around 6% this year.
Is your home underinsured? Here’s how to tell
Knowing how much it would cost to rebuild your home is crucial.
Ask a real estate pro: Can builders put up mini-billboards in my residential neighborhood?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Since we're not allowed to have large...
US homes sales rose in February as homebuyers seized on easing mortgage rates
Sales fell 1.4% compared with February last year.
Average US long-term mortgage rate ticks up to 6%, ending a three-week slide
One year ago, the rate averaged 6.63%.
Ask a real estate pro: Can HOA require me to clean a roof that I don’t think is dirty?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Can my HOA require me to power-wash...
The new Miami gold rush and the hunt for exclusive real estate
The ultrawealthy are vying for a limited number of exclusive properties on the islands and...
For the first time since 2022, average US long-term mortgage rate dips below 6%
The average rate has been hovering close to 6% this year.
Ask a real estate pro: How can I stop neighbor from leaving dogs’ waste in my yard?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: What can I do to force my...
South Florida leads the nation in all-cash home purchases, study shows
A new Redfin report lists the West Palm Beach, Miami, and Fort Lauderdale metropolitan areas...
Broward, Palm Beach trail Miami in affordable housing, survey says; effort isn’t lacking, advocates counter
A national affordable housing survey finds Broward and Palm Beach counties lagging well behind Miami-Dade...
Florida senator wants to outlaw ‘forever fees’ for community amenities
A state court has ruled that developers can charge for maintenance but not otherwise make...
Average US long-term mortgage rate dips to 6.01%, lowest level in more than 3 years
The modest pullback brings the average rate to its lowest level since Sept. 8, 2022.
Ask a real estate pro: What happens to our lease when our landlord sells property?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: What happens to our lease when our...
Women more likely to own their homes and plan to stay in Florida, poll finds
A new poll shows that women in Florida are more likely than men to own...
Average US long-term mortgage rate dips to where it was 3 week ago, just above 6%
The benchmark 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate slipped to 6.09% from 6.11% last week.
US homes sales fell sharply in January, even as mortgage rates continued to ease
The National Association of Realtors said that existing home sales sank 8.4%.
Fort Lauderdale, Miami among top 5 slowest housing markets in US, report says
South Florida homes are sitting on the market longer despite an increase in sales, a...
Ask a real estate pro: How I do get relative who was staying with me to leave my home?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: How do I force relative who overstayed...
Dual tower Ritz-Carlton private residences planned for Fort Lauderdale beach area
Another entry from the Ritz-Carlton luxury brand is planned for the Fort Lauderdale beach area...
Voters are worried about the cost of housing. But Trump wants home prices to keep climbing
It’s a position that flies in the face of what many economists, the real estate...
Average US long-term mortgage rate barely budges, holding near 6%
The benchmark 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate edged up to 6.11% from 6.1% last week.
Ask a real estate pro: My landlord is ignoring a damp spot on my wall. What should I do?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: My landlord won't deal with a damp...
How to buy a house in the winter
Nationally, winter is the sleepiest season for the housing market.
Average US long-term mortgage rate ticks higher, holding near lowest point in more than 3 years
The benchmark 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate rose to 6.1%.
Ask a real estate pro: What should we prioritize as we look to buy our first home?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Do you have any recommendations on what...
Average US long-term mortgage rate edges higher, but still near lowest point in more than 3 years
The modest increase in rates this week follows a jump in the 10-year Treasury yield.
Proposal to require state oversight of insurance affiliate payments clears first hurdle in Legislature
Property insurance companies would face increased scrutiny by state regulators over payments they make to...
Ask a real estate pro: We bought house together, but it’s in only one name. What rights do I have?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: We bought a house together but put...
January is ‘Divorce Month’ — 5 questions to ask about your home
Review your finances, get an appraisal and check current mortgage rates.
Property tax proposal on Florida homestead exemptions moves forward
A House proposal that would ask voters to phase out non-school homestead property taxes moved...
Average US long-term mortgage rate hits the lowest point in more than 3 years
The benchmark 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate eased to 6.06% this week.
Ask a real estate pro: Can neighbor’s cameras be pointed at my courtyard?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Can my neighbor point cameras toward my...
2025 home sales stuck at 30-year low with prices high and mortgages onerous
The U.S. housing market has been in a sales slump dating back to 2022.
In Weston, where Venezuelans have transformed the community, concerns remain about post-Maduro future
While Doral gets the media spotlight, "Westonzuela" is the economic and educational hub for Broward's...
Average US long-term mortgage rate edges higher but remains near 2025 low
The 10-year yield was at 4.17% at midday Thursday.
Ask a real estate pro: If board doesn’t enforce rules, is HOA liable when someone is hurt?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Can the HOA or board members be...
Ask a real estate pro: Sage advice regarding themes from your 2025 questions
Whether real estate-related legal questions are about relationships, tackling financial hurdles, or making decisions about...
Average US long-term mortgage rate falls to the lowest level of the year at 6.15%
It's an encouraging sign for prospective home buyers.
Looking to buy a home in 2026? Here’s what to expect in South Florida
It’s a buyer’s market in South Florida, but that may not last for long into the...
Ask a real estate pro: Can HOA make me take down holiday decorations?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Can the HOA force me to remove...
Average US long-term mortgage rate ticks down to 6.18% this week
Borrowing costs on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages rose this week.
As winter takes hold, South Florida hotels and businesses hope Canadians come back
South Florida hoteliers hope for an uptick in visits from Canadian snowbirds, many of whom...
November US homes sales rose from the previous month, but down from 2024 as prices climb
Existing home sales rose 0.5% in last month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of...
Would-be Florida homebuyers getting cold feet? Many more are walking away from purchases
More homebuyers have been backing out of home-purchase agreements in many parts of Florida and...
Average US long-term mortgage rate edges lower, remaining near its low for the year
The decline brings the average long-term mortgage rate to 6.21% from 6.22% last week.
Ask a real estate pro: How can we get neighbor to deal with constantly barking dog?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: How can we get our neighbors to...
DeSantis warns of dangers of AI, calls for Florida to regulate the technology
Gov. DeSantis repeated calls for Florida to regulate AI. He also said President Trump’s executive...
What to say to a mortgage lender when applying to refinance
To get the refinance you want, you need to explain your goal.
Average US long-term mortgage rate ticks up to 6.22%, but remains close to its low for the year
This is the first increase after two straight declines.
Ask a real estate pro: Can condo board keep me from renting if my credit score is barely too low?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: Can the condo board deny my rental...
2026 Housing market: Stable rates, rising costs ahead
Prospective buyers and sellers shouldn’t hold out for a major mortgage rate drop.
The high cost of high-rise condo living in South Florida
It is more expensive to own a high-rise condo in South Florida than just about...
Average US long-term mortgage rate falls to 6.19%, near its low for the year
It’s now at the lowest level since Oct. 30.
Ask a real estate pro: Is it better to rent or buy when I move for a new job?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: When I move for a new job,...
Ask a real estate pro: Is developer of new project liable for damage to our trees?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: A developer's project pushed animals out of...
Average US long-term mortgage rate falls to 6.23%, ending a three-week climb
Just four weeks ago, the average rate was at 6.17%.
South Florida skyscraper will be one of the tallest beachfront luxury buildings in the country
The Bentley Residences will stand 749 feet high, making it one of the nation’s tallest...
Lion Country Safari sold to Larry Ellison Foundation; park operations to remain the same
Lion Country Safari, the revered wildlife sancutary in Palm Beach County, has been sold to...
New limits for a rent algorithm that prosecutors say let landlords drive up prices
RealPage was accused of helping property managers illegally drive up rents across the country.
Where New Yorkers and other new Florida arrivals might live — and work — in 2026
South Florida's growth may have eased, but as a potential new wave of transplants looms...
Property-tax changes could save thousands for Broward homeowners, but leave $1.4B hole in government budgets
Florida's proposed property tax overhaul could save the median Broward homeowner $2,421, but an analysis...
Average US long-term mortgage rate rises to 6.26%, the third straight increase
Just three weeks ago, the average rate was at 6.17%.
US homes sales rose in October as homebuyers seized on declining mortgage rates
The latest sales figure topped the pace economists were expecting.
How to spend a million dollars on a $400K home: 50-year mortgage math
Aiding affordability is the intention of the proposed ultra-long loan, but reaction was strongly negative.
Ask a real estate pro: Do I need to move concrete fence before selling my home?
A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: When I'm selling my home, do I...
Judge rejects arbitration for dispute over hundreds of Lennar homes on Seminole land
A Florida judge ruled this week he will not allow a dispute to be resolved...
What Florida homebuyers should know about Trump’s 50-year mortgage plan
The logic is simple — if you lengthen the life of the loan from 30...