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  • Tips to Get Mortgage-Ready in 2026 02/13/2026
    First-time buyers in 2026 should focus on readiness, not rate timing. Pricing constraints remain, so early lender talks and clear budgets can help.
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  • Florida’s First-Time Buyers Embrace Co-Buying 02/13/2026
    With home prices up, more buyers are partnering with friends to afford a home. Experts urge clear planning and legal agreements.
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  • Tort Reform Drives Billions in Economic Gains 02/13/2026
    A new report finds property insurance costs would be 14.5% higher without recent reform, stabilizing a major expense in Florida home purchases.
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  • 4 Smart Moves to Cut Your 2025 Tax Bill 02/13/2026
    Temporary tax breaks through 2029 may help small business owners. Review SALT limits, income phaseouts and new deductions to capture savings.
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  • New Agents Win by Mastering Basics 02/13/2026
    As the market steadies, newer agents may have an edge by focusing on fundamentals, building owned systems and tracking progress from first contact to closing.
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  • Mortgage Rates Ease Back Near 6% 02/12/2026
    The 30-year mortgage rate slipped to 6.09% from 6.11% last week, while 15-year rates fell to 5.44%. Rates are expected to hover near 6% as spring buying begins.
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  • Homebuying With a 600 Credit Score: What to Know 02/12/2026
    A 600 score falls in the fair range. Buyers may face fewer loan options and higher rates, though some mortgage programs allow lower scores.
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  • Planning Updates With Future Buyers in Mind 02/12/2026
    Not every upgrade boosts value. Buyers favor functional layouts, light and move-in ready condition, while highly personal projects often bring limited returns.
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  • U.S. Existing-Home Sales Down in January 02/12/2026
    U.S. existing-home sales fell 8.4% in January, including a 9% drop in the South. Prices reached a January high and mortgage rates were lower than a year ago.
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  • Deciding if a Platform Is Worth Your Time 02/12/2026
    Buyers and sellers shape opinions on Reddit, TikTok and YouTube before calling. Realtors who show up where trust forms can win earlier in the decision cycle.
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