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Florida Housing Market Forecast for Next 2 Years: 2026-2028
The Florida housing market is entering a period of notable stability—a welcome shift after recent volatility. As we look ahead to 2026–2028, the data points to steady demand and modest price growth, particularly for single-family homes, where the current average stands at $415,000 and is projected to rise 1–3% annually. For those considering condos, it's…
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Aging in Place in Northeast Florida: Renovate or Relocate?
Most Northeast Florida homes need updates before they work well for aging in place, so your choice is usually between remodeling the home you have or moving to one built for this stage of life, like a 55+ community. Neither is the wrong answer. The right one depends on how much work, time, and hassle…
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Does the Fed Control Mortgage Rates? Northeast Florida Guide
No, the Federal Reserve does not control mortgage rates. The Fed sets a short-term rate called the Federal Funds Rate, and its decisions can nudge mortgage rates up or down. But inflation, jobs, and investor expectations have a more direct pull. For Northeast Florida buyers and sellers, a Fed hike can keep rates higher for…
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Northeast Florida First-Time Buyer: Get Home Years Sooner
You can likely buy your first home years sooner than you think. Choosing a starter home and putting down less than 20% can shrink a nearly 15-year timeline to about 7 years, according to Zillow. Both are decisions you control. For many first-time buyers across St. Johns County, from St. Augustine to Palencia, owning a…
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Homebuyers Find Bargains in Four States’ Housing Markets
It’s notable to see that over 10% of home listings in Colorado, Hawaii, Florida, and Arizona are now priced below their previous purchase price. Here in Florida, this reflects the shifts I’m seeing firsthand—today’s market is shaped by softer demand, increased borrowing costs, and a higher number of available homes. Nationally, 7% of listings are…
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Florida Cities Lead Nation in Active HOA Communities
Florida’s unique real estate landscape often brings topics like HOA fees into sharp focus—especially for those considering life along our beautiful coastlines. Recent data shows that seven out of the top ten U.S. metro areas with the highest HOA burdens are right here in Florida. Miami tops the list, with median HOA fees reaching $617…
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Fall Home Maintenance Tips for Northeast Florida Homeowners
October is the ideal window to protect your home’s value before cooler weather sets in. A handful of seasonal tasks — clearing gutters, servicing your HVAC system, and checking for moisture entry points — can prevent small issues from becoming costly repairs. For homeowners in St. Augustine and throughout St. Johns County, fall maintenance also…
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Northeast Florida Homebuyers Benefit from 1.6% Price Dip
In August, the median price for single-family homes across Northeast Florida edged down by 1.6%, settling at $397,420. We also saw a 10.7% drop in closed sales and active inventory reached 6,103 homes, representing a 3.6-month supply. County-level price shifts were varied, with some areas experiencing increases while others saw declines. As someone who advises…
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More inventory, fewer sales as Northeast Florida housing market moves toward balance in August
August brought notable shifts to Northeast Florida’s housing market, with a 1.6% decrease in median home price to $397,420. Sales activity registered at 1,696 closed homes, while median days on market reached 31 and inventory expanded to a 3.6-month supply—indicating a move toward a more balanced environment. The Home Affordability Index rose to 84, signaling…