For several years, buying a home in South Florida meant acting fast, bidding aggressively, and accepting sellers’ terms. Inspections were waived, bidding wars were common, and sellers dictated the pace. That period has ended. Kirsten Smith, a Realtor Associate with Douglas Elliman Real Estate, has worked in the Boca Raton and Delray Beach markets for ...
Three years ago, buyers touring a $3 million home in Boca Raton focused on square footage or school districts. Today, their first questions are about air quality systems or whether there’s space for a cold plunge. The definition of luxury has changed, with health, wellness, and immediate comfort now at the top of the list. ...
Belize’s real estate market is undergoing rapid changes that are affecting both buyers and sellers in real time. As more international buyers enter the market and inventory levels shift, the landscape is evolving in ways that few anticipated even a year ago. Here are the three most significant developments shaping Belize real estate today – ...
A few years ago, beach lots in Belize sold for $175,000 to $250,000. Today, those same parcels command $350,000 to $400,000, and in Placencia, beachfront land now lists at $500,000 to $600,000. Despite these steep increases, demand remains high. “People saw what happened in Mexico and Hawaii,” says David Kafka, broker and owner of RE/MAX ...
Lissette Calderon, CEO of Neology Group, has observed this shift firsthand. With two decades of experience developing overlooked Miami neighborhoods—first along the Miami River, now in Allapattah—she’s seen how public investment and new amenities can quickly change a neighborhood’s reputation. Upgrades in transit and infrastructure often turn forgotten areas into sought-after communities. Here are five ...
Renting an apartment in Miami has become faster and less personal. Instead of phone calls and waiting days for responses, renters can now apply, get approved, and secure an apartment in under an hour – all without speaking to a person. This shift to automation is changing every step of the rental process in Miami. ...
Conventional wisdom would suggest that in 2024, Memphis’s most expensive homes would linger on the market while affordable starter homes attract multiple offers. Instead, the opposite is true. High-end properties are moving quickly, while entry-level listings are seeing more days on market, fewer showings, and less competition than anticipated. For buyers searching under $400,000, the ...
After months of rapid sales and intense competition, Memphis homebuyers are finally seeing the market move in their favor. Properties are staying on the market longer, sellers are offering new incentives, and buyers are taking more time — often touring several homes before making a decision. This shift marks a significant change from the fast-paced ...
“Most people still believe you need 20% down to purchase a home,” says Ricki Fitzpatrick, a realtor with Keller Williams Realty in Memphis. “I’ve had clients come with just their earnest money deposit and get a check back at closing.” Despite persistent misconceptions, the home-buying process in Memphis is more accessible than most realize. These ...
Home prices in Winter Haven have dropped about 3% to 4% over the past year, and the average listing now remains on the market for 74 days before selling. For buyers who have been priced out of Central Florida in recent years, the current slowdown may finally offer an entry point. However, not every home ...
For years, homeowners’ association (HOA) communities were considered safe bets in Central Florida: well-maintained, predictable, and easy to sell. Today in Winter Haven, buyers are actively avoiding them. Homes without HOA fees are selling quickly, while similar properties inside gated communities are lingering on the market for weeks. If you’re searching for a home or ...
Sarasota’s luxury real estate market has shifted dramatically from its pandemic-era frenzy. Properties that once sparked bidding wars and sold within days are now sitting on the market for months. Waterfront homes that previously attracted multiple offers are lingering, and buyers have more time—and more options—than they have had in years. After a period of ...
In Ontario, some of the most in-demand properties are not newly renovated or recently occupied homes, but long-vacant houses that have sat empty for years or even decades. These properties, often neglected and in need of repair, are being purchased by cash buyers at a rapid pace. Meanwhile, homes bought in the last five years ...
Apartment hunters in Manhattan face a harsh reality: rents are higher than ever and continue to rise. While rental prices in many U.S. cities have stabilized or even declined, Manhattan stands out as a market where prices have climbed steadily for three consecutive years. If your lease renewal includes a sharp increase, or your landlord ...
Florida’s cities and towns have spent decades crafting zoning rules to control building heights, density, and land use. Now, a state law called the Live Local Act allows developers to sidestep many of these local restrictions—if they commit to building affordable housing. Supporters argue that this law is essential to address Florida’s housing shortage and ...
