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Happy Halloween | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Halloween falls on October 31 because the ancient Gaelic festival of Samhain, considered the earliest known root of Halloween, occurred on this day. In the eighth century, Pope Gregory III designated November 1 as a time to praise all saints. Soon, All Saints' Day incorporated some traditions of Samhain and the evening before was known…
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Why Florida Homes Are Still a Hot Investment Spot | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Slide 1: Florida real estate shows stable growth, projected 3–5% annual appreciation through 2026. Slide 2: Strong rental yields, steady appreciation, and favorable taxes attract both new and international investors. Slide 3: Home prices climbed 67.6% in five years, demonstrating impressive long-term appreciation potential. Slide 4: Zero state income tax and sunny climate keep migration…
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Florida Realtors Releases New, Updated Forms
Florida Realtors® introduced updated forms reflecting new flood disclosure laws and NAR’s Multiple Listing Options for Sellers policy. The Flood Disclosure form now includes a seller checkbox for flood knowledge. A new Lease Flood Disclosure form aids landlords with rental flood disclosures, and an Opt-In for Electronic Delivery form allows electronic communication between landlords and…
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Florida Leads Ultra-Wealthy Growth in the US | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Florida is projected to see the fastest growth in ultra-high-net-worth individuals, at 8.8% annually through 2030. The state’s warm climate, low taxes, and expanding finance and tech sectors continue to attract wealthy individuals and families. Luxury Real Estate and high-end investments are booming as more affluent buyers relocate from traditional financial hubs. Florida is also…
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Inventory-heavy states show wide gaps in sales speed
California leads with 57,065 active listings and a 63-day median time on market, showing faster home sales despite a smaller supply. Florida and Texas have larger inventories—97,273 and 137,755 listings respectively—but slower turnover, with median times of 91 and 84 days. Georgia and North Carolina show steadier sales velocity. Market speed highlights the need for…
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New NAR Guides Protect Buyers, Sellers
The National Association of Realtors® released three Consumer Guides to help homeowners and buyers with private mortgage insurance, home selling safety, and protection against real estate wire fraud. These guides offer practical tips on financing, privacy, and fraud prevention, supporting informed decisions throughout the homeownership process. Available in English and Spanish, they can be accessed…
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Florida Housing Strengthens as Pending Sales Surge | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Slide 1 Florida housing market surges in late summer as falling mortgage rates spark buyer excitement. Slide 2 Single-family pending sales jumped 9.9% year-over-year, highest growth since early 2021. Slide 3 Closed sales ↓: single-family homes -3.9%, condos/townhouses -6.0% YoY; median prices softened slightly. Slide 4: Median prices slightly softened: $410K for homes, $290K for…
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Florida Housing Shifts: Buyers Gain the Upper Hand | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Florida’s housing market now favors buyers, with record-high listings exceeding 167,000, giving unprecedented choices in Miami, Orlando, Jacksonville, and Tampa. Homes are staying longer on the market, leading to price reductions, more delistings, and stronger buyer negotiation opportunities statewide. Despite inventory surge, Florida’s market remains stable, supported by low unemployment, tight lending standards, and stronger…
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Report: Materials impacted by tariffs raising home construction price
Rising construction material prices in Florida, driven by tariffs and supply issues, are increasing home and roadbuilding costs. Lumber, gypsum, and fabricated metal prices have surged, causing a 4% overrun in affordable housing projects. Despite higher costs slowing home sales, Florida's construction industry is expected to grow 7% in 2025, focusing on mixed-use and infrastructure…
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Florida Homes Linger Longer as Price Reductions Grow | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Slide 1: Nearly half of Florida homes now show price cuts, with sellers trimming about 4% this fall. Slide 2: Homes are sitting longer—median 98 days on market, far slower than the 70-day U.S. average. Slide 3: Florida holds 97,525 active listings with a median price of $484K, and new listings averaging $449K. Slide 4:…