Five Florida metros lead in out-of-area new-home views
Lakeland-Winter Haven ranked first nationally, with more than 83% of its new-home listing views coming from shoppers outside the metro area.
More buyers seek energy-resilient homes
Nearly three-quarters of buyers would consider an all-electric home with solar panels and battery storage as utility costs and outages raise concerns.
New credit score option expands to lenders
Buyers who fall short under traditional credit scoring have another financing path now that more lenders can use VantageScore 4.0.
Late fall could provide Florida buyers' edge
A Realtor.com analysis finds late fall brings more inventory, less competition and lower asking prices to buyers in four Florida metros.