Beautiful residential home in Florida – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Mike Focus According to Redfin, over a recent four-week period, house sales in five Florida markets declined more quickly year over year than any other market in the country. Home sales are down 15.2 percent in Fort Lauderdale, 14 percent in Miami, 13.8 percent
Fountain pen and a property/liability claim form on a clipboard waiting to be completed, filled and signed by a policyholder or insured person. Photo and Caption: William Potter/Shutterstock.com New data from the Allbritton Journalism Institute shows that 77 percent of homeowners’ claims from Hurricane Debby were declined by Citizens Property Insurance. The first of two
Residential Condominium in Surfside, FL – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Blueee77 A South Florida realtor told Newsweek that the soaring expenses of homeowners association (HOA) dues and property insurance are putting so much pressure on seniors in the Sunshine State that many are at risk of going without housing. According to the Miami Herald,
Tampa Skyline — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Sean Pavone Gen Z travelers are flocking to Tampa to take advantage of its walkability and plethora of popular dining and drinking destinations. Once assumed to be a retirement community, the center on Florida’s Gulf Coast is now one of the top 10 locations to relocate to for Gen
Population growth – Image: Driving on South Florida highway – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Julian Prizont-Cado According to state demographic projections, this year’s migration wave from neighboring states caused Florida’s population to surpass 23 million inhabitants for the first time. According to estimates provided earlier this month by the state Demographic Estimating Conference, Florida
Florida Home – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Mark Winfrey If you’re thinking about moving to Florida—for retirement or work—you’re probably bookmarking cities where it will be profitable to purchase real estate in the near future. Which hidden wonders in Florida are worth discovering? In order to learn more, GOBankingRates met with real estate brokers
Housing markets; Home for sale — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Andy Dean Photography As supply increases and demand declines, the home market in North Port, Florida, has cooled more than any other major U.S. metro, according to a Redfin analysis released on Tuesday. According to the report, there is less demand for properties along Florida’s Gulf
Naples, Florida — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Sean Pavone The city that recently won the title of greatest place to live in the United States is located in the Sunshine State. This news coincides with U.S. News & World study’s Tuesday announcement that Naples, Florida, which is located on the Gulf of Mexico, is the best
Island pirate bungalows – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Anna Klepatckaya With a pirate past, this 7-acre island in Florida’s panhandle is being listed for millions of dollars. The island, which lies in Saint Joesph Bay off the coast of Port St. Joe, was formerly owned by “Black Sam Bellamy,” hence the fitting nickname “Black’s
Now hiring sign at McDonald’s location in Sunny Isles Beach, FL – Courtesy: Shutterstock by Kristi Blokhin The economy is trending downward in the most advantageous manner. The coastal Southeast and the Rockies are seeing significant economic growth, with an increase in the availability of well-paying jobs and reasonably priced homes. And with a burgeoning