First Coast Report

Indigenous Peoples’ Day celebrates, recognizes, and honors the beautiful traditions and cultures of the Indigenous People We take a stand for and support the indigenous people on this day. We should also offer our support to those who invest and uplift the indigenous communities.

Energy resilience is quickly becoming a top priority for homebuyers here in Florida, especially in coastal communities like St. Augustine and St. Johns County. I’ve seen firsthand how homes designed for durability—those that can maintain power and comfort through a major hurricane—stand out in the market. Beyond the obvious benefit of lower utility costs, buyers…

Florida is considering a homestead exemption expansion that could bring significant shifts to our local real estate landscape, particularly for renters and property investors. Under the current proposal, primary residences would see increased exemptions, while the assessed-value growth caps for non-homestead properties—including rentals—would be lowered. Projections suggest the average apartment could see property taxes rise…

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…