Apply Online
Schedule a Call

Florida Realtors

Florida brokerage wins $24k from buyer after buyers broker agreement breached

Brokerage, Commission Lawsuit, Florida, Florida Realtors, HWmember, Legal, NAR Lawsuit Settlement, Real Estate /

Since the implementation of mandatory buyer broker agreements via the business practice changes outlined in the National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) commission lawsuit settlement agreement, many have wondered what happens if a buyer breaches a contract.  Jeff Lichtenstein, the broker-owner of Florida-based Echo Fine Properties, found out when his firm entered into arbitration with a […]

Florida brokerage wins $24k from buyer after buyers broker agreement breached Read More »

Florida Realtors, Japan-America Real Estate Coalition expand ties

Florida, Florida Realtors, HWmember, Japan, National Association of Realtors, Real Estate /

Florida Realtors has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Japan-America Real Estate Coalition Office (JARECO) — strengthening cooperation and expanding business opportunities between real estate professionals in Florida and Japan. Under the memorandum, Florida Realtors and JARECO will focus on professional development, market data sharing and global business outreach. Both groups have committed to

Florida Realtors, Japan-America Real Estate Coalition expand ties Read More »

Miami has the world’s biggest housing bubble. Local experts reject that label

Affordability, Florida, Florida Realtors, Home Prices, Housing Bubble, HWmember, Luxury Real Estate, Miami, Mortgage Rates, Real Estate /

Miami has been ranked as the world’s most overvalued housing market, according to the 2025 UBS Global Real Estate Bubble Index. But Florida real estate leaders say the city’s fundamentals remain strong and the report misrepresents what’s really happening on the ground. The UBS index, which measures housing imbalances in 25 major cities, placed Miami

Miami has the world’s biggest housing bubble. Local experts reject that label Read More »

Florida homes take longer to sell as price cuts rise

Artificial Intelligence, Data & Analytics, Florida, Florida Housing Market, Florida Realtors, Housing Market, Housing Market Data, HWmember, Real Estate /

Florida sellers are making adjustments this fall as homes spend longer on the market. As of Oct. 3, 44% of active single-family listings in the state show a price cut, according to HW Data. The median markdown is 4%, reflecting seller efforts to meet buyers in a slower, higher-cost market. Prices and inventory Florida has

Florida homes take longer to sell as price cuts rise Read More »

Tech Pulse: Realtor groups talk tech; lenders stress compliance

Artificial Intelligence, Atlas VMS, Brokerage, Florida Realtors, HW Tech Trendsetters, Lenders, MLS, RE/MAX, Real Estate, Real Estate Agents, Real Estate Technology, Technology, Virginia Realtors /

Welcome back to Tech Pulse — HousingWire‘s weekly series rounding up the latest in technology news, including tools, integrations and trends that impact mortgage and real estate. Here’s what happened this week: Realtor association tools driving member success Florida Realtors and Virginia Realtors are investing in data-driven platforms, safety apps and legal support tools. Florida’s SunStats offers statewide real estate

Tech Pulse: Realtor groups talk tech; lenders stress compliance Read More »

Realtor association tools driving member success

Brokerage, eSignature, Florida, Florida Realtors, Real Estate, Real Estate Agents, Real Estate Technology, Realtor, Technology, Virginia, Virginia Realtors /

From data-driven platforms to safety apps and legal support, Realtor associations are investing in tools and services to help agents compete in a rapidly changing industry. Leadership from Florida Realtors and Virginia Realtors told HousingWire their focus is on delivering simplicity, integration and education to ensure members have every advantage when serving clients. Tim Weisheyer

Realtor association tools driving member success Read More »

Breaking away: MLSs explore separation from Realtor associations

CMLS, Florida Realtors, Houston Association of Realtors, HWmember, MLS, MLS/Associations, Real Estate, Realtor, SmartMLS /

In many real estate markets across the country, the local and state Realtor associations are one and the same with the local multiple listing service (MLS). However, as the real estate industry evolves, many are calling for MLSs and associations to consider “a separation of church and state.”  “For me, chocolate covered raisins are the

Breaking away: MLSs explore separation from Realtor associations Read More »

Florida Realtors builds e-sign tool available nationwide

Brokerage, eSignature, Florida, Florida Realtors, Homebuying, HWmember, Margy Grant, MLS/Associations, Real Estate, Realtor, Technology /

Form Simplicity — a transaction management platform created and owned by Florida Realtors — has launched Sabal Sign, a fully integrated e-signature tool for its Ultimate Edition users nationwide. Sabal Sign provides unlimited signing sessions, mobile-friendly workflows and full compliance with U.S. electronic signature laws, eliminating the need for third-party services, Florida Realtors said. “Sabal

Florida Realtors builds e-sign tool available nationwide Read More »