By Melissa Forte-Litscher
As Florida’s real estate market faces 2025, a mix of economic factors, mortgage rates and insurance challenges continue to shape buyer and seller behavior. While affordability remains a pressing concern, industry experts remain optimistic about the state’s long-term housing demand.
According to Dr. Brad O’Connor, chief economist for...
By Julie A. Martin
When you live in a community governed by a Homeowners Association (HOA), you might feel like your options for homeowner’s insurance are limited. However, working with an independent insurance agent can help you find the right coverage that meets both your needs and the requirements of...
By Melissa Forte-Litscher, NextHome Cornerstone Realty
Wrap up your year by making the moments that count. Gather to watch Christmas movies, sing carols, visit relatives and friends, decorate your home and bake those cookies and special meals. We are not promised tomorrow. Like so many others, as our family...
By Melissa Forte-Litscher, NextHome Cornerstone Realty
If you’re thinking about buying a home, understanding how mortgage rates are influenced by the Federal Reserve and other factors can help you decide when to jump in. Although the Fed doesn’t set mortgage rates directly, its policies have a big impact on the...
Top property management firm to manage new community, The Enclave at Deer Moss Creek, in Niceville
DF Multifamily, a division of Drucker + Falk (DF), proudly announces its partnership with MH Deer Moss Creek, LLC, to lease and manage The Enclave at Deer Moss Creek, a new luxury apartment community...
By Melissa Forte-Litscher, NextHome Cornerstone Realty
We’re in a challenging real estate market right now. So, many of us aren’t looking at selling our homes, but just need a refresh or want to use some of our equity to improve the quality of life in our current home. Home renovations...
By Melissa Forte-Litscher, NextHome Cornerstone Realty
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) settlement with the Department of Justice will come into effect nationwide on August 17, 2024. Our local association, the Emerald Coast Association of Realtors, will implement the changes on August 12, 2024. This settlement introduces changes to how...
By Melissa Forte-Litscher, NextHome Cornerstone Realty
New laws affecting homeowners have been passed recently by the Florida legislature that went into effect July 1, 2024. As a homeowner, or potential homeowner, these laws are intended to help Floridians save money on home purchasing and home maintenance.
First, to help first-time homebuyers,...
By Melissa Forte-Litscher, NextHome
NextHome is a forward-thinking real estate franchise focused on a human-first approach to business. Our company supports the unique ways individuals choose to work, emphasizing client satisfaction, streamlined marketing, and automated technology. Our agents focus on building relationships and providing exceptional service. We are a family...
By Melissa Forte-Litscher, NextHome
April showers are supposed to bring May flowers. And, even though we didn’t see that much rain in our area last month, things are still blooming and pollinating. As we take care of our final spring cleaning and yard clean-up, we look forward to spending time...
