Rodney Cantrell’s Blog
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Florida Beats National Average in Homeownership Rates | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Homes typically sell for the highest prices in June, making it the best month to list. Florida’s homeownership rate in Q1 2025 was 68.2%, down from 69.7% the previous year. National homeownership stood at 65.1% in Q1 2025, highlighting Florida’s stronger-than-average ownership trend. Clean your pool and stage it with lounge chairs to showcase Florida’s…
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Why Everyone Is Moving to Florida | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Florida remains one of the fastest-growing states due to its tropical climate and economic strength. Major metros are booming, drawing transplants from across the US. People love living near world-class beaches and year-round sunshine. It ranks first for economy, with room to grow in expanding access to opportunity across all communities. Still, Florida continues to…
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First-Time Buyers Feel Ready, Optimistic
First-time homebuyers remain optimistic despite affordability and high interest rates, with 74% feeling positive about the market and 47% saving for down payments. Many improve credit scores and seek professional guidance to navigate challenges. Limited existing home supply drives 31% to consider new construction or building homes, especially younger buyers. Homeownership is viewed as a…
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Florida Housing Market Forecast: What’s Next? | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
↑3–5% projected annual home-value growth. Inventory growth to slow, yet remain elevated
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How to Get Your Property Sale-Ready in 5 Steps | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Enhance curb appeal: A well-maintained exterior creates trust and attracts buyers from the moment they arrive. Declutter and depersonalize: Remove personal items to allow buyers to imagine themselves in the space.
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ADUs Could Reshape Florida Living | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Florida passed SB 184 requiring cities to allow ADUs, aiming to address a worsening housing crisis. ADUs are under-1K sq ft homes with full amenities, banned from short-term rental under 30 days.
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Northeast Florida Home Prices Edge Upward in Early-Q2 | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Northeast Florida's median home price ↑ 2.9% in April to $389K, while inventory ↑ 10.2%. Closed sales ↓ 3.4% and pending sales ↓ 27.5%, reflecting reduced buyer activity across the region
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Florida Housing Correction to Drag Through 2026! | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Economists expect Florida’s housing correction to last 12–18 months, possibly longer if insurance issues persist. Florida’s housing correction is expected to extend through 2026, aligning prices closer to true property values.
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Florida OKs Email Notices for Rentals | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
New Law HB 615 Allows Email Notices Between Landlords and Tenants Starting July 1, 2025. Dubbed the Electronic Notification Delivery Law, HB 615 modernizes how Florida rental notices are exchanged.