The Florida Keys residential market is entering a period of stabilization after dramatic growth during the pandemic years. Once considered a quiet area, the Keys have become a destination attracting celebrities, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals seeking accessible paradise without the ferry rides required for other exclusive coastal markets. Margie Casey, a broker associate with Florida ...
For more than a year, investors have been waiting for the commercial real estate market to stabilize. Rising interest rates have driven up borrowing costs, cut into returns, and forced sellers to cling to outdated valuations. A vast reserve of investor capital has been waiting for the right moment – often called “dry powder,” a ...
As the housing market moves through the second half of 2025, conditions remain stubbornly static. Demand for homes is still strong, but the number of listings has fallen to near-record lows. While rising interest rates have dominated headlines since early 2022, the forces keeping homeowners from selling run much deeper. Higher insurance premiums, escalating property ...
The commercial real estate landscape in Northeast Florida presents a notable contrast to national market trends, with local professionals reporting sustained activity and stable pricing despite broader economic headwinds. This regional strength reflects unique market dynamics that are creating opportunities for both traditional sales and alternative transaction methods. A Unique Market Position St. Johns County ...
The generational wealth transfer happening across America presents a significant opportunity that many real estate professionals are overlooking. While agents focus on residential and commercial property transactions, a parallel market exists where business owners are struggling to find buyers for companies they’ve spent decades building. Kristi May, owner of The K Team, recently acquired J&E ...
The property insurance industry stands at an inflection point. As traditional carriers tighten underwriting criteria and with some retreating from high-risk properties, innovative insurers are pioneering prevention-based risk assessment models. At the center of this transformation: partnerships with smart building monitoring companies that turn properties from passive risk exposures into active risk mitigation partners. Placing ...
Water leak incidents create immediate operational challenges for hotel operators, from guest complaints to costly remedial work. However, the long-term impact of a serious water leak incident may not be fully realized until the hotel’s property insurance policy is due for renewal. Hotels with a history of water damage claims may face a reassessment of ...
