Tag: Florida real estate
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Florida’s Price Cuts Are Signaling Trouble—Here’s What Developers and Investors Need to Know
There’s no sugarcoating it: price cuts on home listings have surged to the highest level in nearly a decade, and Florida is right at the center of the correction. According to Realtor.com’s latest May 2025 Inventory Report, nearly 1 in 5 homes across the U.S. saw a price reduction last month. That’s the highest percentage…
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Tariffs, Tensions, and the Canadian Retreat: What Developers Need to Know
The real estate cold front isn’t just about interest rates anymore. A new chill is settling over U.S. housing markets—and it’s coming from the north. A steep drop in Canadian buyer interest is reshaping demand in traditionally hot second-home markets like Naples, North Port, and Phoenix. And while Florida continues to pull in international eyeballs,…
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Why Princeton, Texas Is the Town Every Real Estate Professional Should Be Watching
If you’re not paying attention to Princeton, Texas, it’s time to start. Just a decade ago, this small rural community in Collin County had two traffic lights and a population you could count on one hand compared to nearby Dallas. Fast forward to today, and Princeton is officially the fastest-growing town in America—posting a staggering…
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Florida’s Price Correction: What Real Estate Pros Should Really Take Away
Contrary to the headlines, there’s no reason to panic. Yes, Q1 data from the National Association of Realtors® shows that home prices fell in nearly 17% of U.S. markets—with Florida accounting for more than a quarter of those declines. But let’s be clear: this is not 2008, and this is not a sign of systemic…
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The Shrinking House: Why Smaller Homes Are the Next Big Shift in Housing Strategy
Something strange is happening in the housing market: brand-new homes are getting smaller—and cheaper. That may sound like good news for affordability, but don’t get too comfortable. As usual, policy and pricing pressures are lurking just beneath the surface. What’s Going On? According to Realtor.com’s latest New Construction Quarterly Report, prices for newly built homes…
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Florida’s Housing Reset: Surfside, Special Assessments, and a Market Facing Population Loss
Ninety-eight lives lost. A housing shock unleashed. The collapse of the Champlain Towers South condominium in Surfside, Florida, on June 24, 2021, wasn’t just a tragedy—it was a pivotal moment for Florida’s housing market. In the aftermath, the state rushed to implement new structural safety mandates: more inspections, larger reserve requirements, and stricter deadlines for…
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Now Is the Time to Invest in Orlando Real Estate: The Best Neighborhoods for Savvy Investors
Orlando, Florida, is emerging as a prime destination for real estate investors in 2025. Recent projections indicate a 15.2% increase in home sales and a 12.1% rise in median sale prices in the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford area. This surge positions Orlando among the nation’s hottest housing markets, making it an opportune moment for investors and developers to…
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Orlando’s Apartment Market Is Booming—Here’s Where Smart Developers Are Investing
Orlando is making waves in the multifamily market, and if you’re a real estate developer or investor, this is a trend you can’t afford to ignore. With explosive apartment inventory growth and record-breaking absorption rates, Kissimmee/Osceola County is leading the charge, but it’s not the only submarket to watch. Let’s dive into why Orlando is…
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Florida’s Property Tax Gamble: What It Means for Real Estate Investors and Developers
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is making waves with his bold proposal to eliminate property taxes in the state—a move that, if successful, could fundamentally reshape the real estate market. With property taxes generating more than $40 billion annually for Florida’s local governments, the question remains: Who will cover the shortfall, and what does this mean…
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Florida’s Condo Market Teeters on Collapse as Investors Flee – Is California the New Safe Haven?
The Florida real estate market, long a favorite of developers and investors, is now flashing unmistakable warning signs of a downturn. Investor demand for condominiums has cratered, with purchases plunging to their lowest level since 2012. While high mortgage rates and economic uncertainty have impacted real estate markets nationwide, Florida’s condo sector is experiencing a…
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