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- Federal Reserve hikes key rate for 1st time in 3 years septiembre 16, 2026The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark rate for the first time since 2023 to combat persistent inflation, potentially impacting borrowing costs. Officials projected another rate increase later this year.amyc
- Speed alone doesn’t convert real estate leads septiembre 16, 2026Tracking appointments and closed deals can give real estate teams a clearer view of lead-generation results than response times or cost per lead.amyc
- Florida housing market levels off in August septiembre 16, 2026Florida home sales dipped slightly in August, but tightening inventory and rising prices point to a leveling market, Florida Realtors Chief Economist Brad O’Connor said.amyc
- New Florida Realtors program celebrates Realtors who give back septiembre 15, 2026Florida Realtors’ new I 🧡 My Hometown series will recognize members who give back to their communities. Submissions are due Oct. 30.amyc
- Agents remain responsible for AI-generated work septiembre 15, 2026AI can save time, but agents must protect customer information, question its answers and personally verify the final product, AI-expert Kevin Hawkins said during Florida Realtors Live at the Florida Realtors Convention & Trade Expo.amyc
- Early preparation urged for UAD 3.6 transition septiembre 15, 2026Uniform Appraisal Dataset 3.6, a major modernization of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac appraisal reporting, will be here before you know it. Getting comfortable with it now will reduce the chance of transaction delays in the future. Waiting is not a strategy, says appraisal expert Michelle Czekalski Bradley.amyc
- Calm preparation can preserve a home deal septiembre 14, 2026Reading contracts closely and planning for likely problems can help agents respond confidently when negotiations become challenging.amyc
- How to help military buyers from afar septiembre 14, 2026Military buyers purchasing from afar need agents who can flag property concerns, explain VA financing and prepare early for remote closing.amyc
- Real estate mentoring builds agent leadership septiembre 11, 2026Clear expectations, candid feedback and consistent accountability can help agents take ownership of their performance and turn daily habits into results.amyc
- Inflation rises ahead of Fed rate decision septiembre 11, 2026Consumer prices rose 0.4% in August, while shelter costs increased 0.3%, keeping mortgage rates and housing affordability in focus before the Fed meets.amyc