Local Experts in Florida

Florida Amendment 3 Passes: What Home Buyers Need to Know

Florida Amendment 3 expands the homestead exemption. Here is what buyers should know about the December 31, 2026 residency cutoff, future purchases, and the five-year exemption provision.

Marketplace Health Insurance Without Financial Assistance: 9 Tips for 2026

Paying full price for Marketplace coverage in 2026? Use these 9 expert tips to navigate plans without subsidies and find the best value for your health needs.

Florida Amendment 3 Passed! Moving to Florida? Here's How You Could Save Thousands in Property Taxes

Moving to Florida? 🌴 New property tax changes could mean significant savings for eligible homeowners! Discover who qualifies, how the expanded homestead exemption works, and why the timing of your move matters.

Realtors: What to Do When Your South Florida Buyer Doesn't Fit the Bank's Box

Self-employed income, a non-warrantable condo, or an investor buying in an LLC does not have to kill the deal. Here is how South Florida agents can match buyers to the right loan program.

Hard Money, Private Money, or DSCR? How Miami Investors Should Choose

Choose by your exit. Short-term private or hard money generally fits a flip or bridge, and a DSCR loan generally fits a rental you plan to hold. Here is how Miami investors can compare them.

What Tampa's 10,770 Affordable Housing Milestone Actually Means

Tampa reports 10,770 affordable housing opportunities planned, underway or completed. See what the number includes and what local residents should verify.

Why Hillsborough New Homes Cost More, and Why the Headline Can Mislead

Hillsborough new homes had a 27.6% median price premium in September 2026. See how size, price per square foot and builder incentives affect the math.

What St. Petersburg's $7.4 Million Hartford and Saratoga Housing Award Will Fund

St. Petersburg awarded $7.4 million for 75 new Hartford apartments and renovations to 34 Saratoga units. See what is funded and what is not yet known.

An 80-Unit Affordable Senior Housing Project Is Being Sought in New Port Richey

A developer is being sought for an 80-unit affordable senior housing project in New Port Richey. Review the RFP schedule and what remains undecided.

Hernando Approves Rezoning for 40 Affordable Homes Near Suncoast Boulevard

Hernando County approved rezoning for 40 affordable single-family homes near Suncoast Boulevard. Learn what was approved and what buyers still need to know.

East Pasco County Market Update October 26-November 1, 2026

More homes hit the market last week across Land O’ Lakes, Wesley Chapel, San Antonio, Zephyrhills, and Dade City. For October 26–November 1: 🏠 129 new listings, up from 84 📝 82 new contracts 🔑 80 closed sales There were 1,620 active single-family listings as of November 2. The median sale price

Thinking About Selling Your Home in Fort Myers? 12 Things to Know Before You List

This article covers 12 important things Fort Myers homeowners should know before selling, from pricing and preparing your home to inspections, insurance, flood zones, HOA considerations, and navigating today’s Southwest Florida real estate market.