I spent some time with Florida Realtors' latest numbers this morning, and honestly? I'm not panicking. That's not nothing.

Statewide, single family sales slipped about 3.5% compared to last September. Condos barely moved, eight fewer closings, which in a market this size is basically a rounding error. Prices didn't crater. The single family median actually ticked up to $415,000, which is the seventh straight month of year over year gains. The condo median dipped slightly to around $293,500, but that's noise, not a trend. What caught my eye wasn't the sales dip. It was the dollar volume. Up nearly 7% for single family, 8.5% for condos, and double digits year to date. That's luxury doing the heavy lifting. The top of the market is still moving, still paying, still showing...

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New construction homes continue to attract buyers throughout Palm Coast, Daytona Beach, Ormond Beach, Flagler County, and many growing areas across Florida.

From customizable floorplans to modern finishes and builder incentives, it is easy to see why so many buyers are exploring newly built homes.

But one thing many buyers do not realize is this:

The moment you walk into a builder's sales office without your Realtor, you may lose the opportunity to have your own representation throughout the process.

That is why it is important to understand how builder registration works b...

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Getting your offer accepted on a home is exciting, but for many first time home buyers, it can also feel overwhelming.

Once you are officially under contract, there are several important steps that need to happen quickly to help keep the transaction moving smoothly.

If you are buying a home here is a simple breakdown of what to expect next.

1. Submit Your Earnest Money Deposit (EMD)

One of the first things buyers need to do after going under contract is submit their earnest money deposit, also known as the EMD.

This deposit shows t...

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Respecting Your Realtor's Time: What Buyers and Sellers Can Learn From a High Profile Florida Commission Dispute

A recent Florida real estate lawsuit has sparked conversations across the industry after a Miami Dade jury awarded approximately $47.8 million in a commission related dispute involving the sale of a luxury property in Golden Beach.

According to publicly reported coverage, the lawsuit centered on allegations involving a real estate commission and professional representation during the transaction. While the case may still be subject to appeals and additional legal proceedings, it has generated discussion about the value Realtors bring to the home buying and selling process and the im...

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Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions most people will ever make.

And while finding the right home is exciting, one of the most important steps in the home buying process happens after the contract is signed.

The inspection.

In today's real estate market, home inspections are more important than ever for buyers purchasing homes.

A home may look beautiful on the surface, but an inspection helps buyers better understand the overall condition of the property befo...

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