More small business owners are relocating to states like Florida to tap into an expected surge of baby boomers who are longing for warm climate retirement. Source: Florida Realtors

All things being equal – meaning the U.S. economy keeps improving and new batches of data prove it – the Fed might raise short-term interest rates again in March. Source: Florida Realtors

It’s the seventh week in a row for increases, and two out of three mortgage experts polled this week predict they’ll continue to rise over the short term. Source: Florida Realtors

The Federal Reserve raised short-term interest rates by a quarter point, which could impact some adjustable-rate mortgages and other consumer loans. Source: Florida Realtors

Most lenders, along with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, say they won’t evict homeowners going through foreclosure during the holiday season. Source: Florida Realtors

While higher rates would hurt buyers, they could also entice current owners not to move so they can keep enjoying their current lower-rate monthly payments. Source: Florida Realtors

It’s the highest level for the year following a six-week rise after the presidential election. But no expert polled this week predicts more increases. Source: Florida Realtors

Top economists meeting at NAR’s Washington headquarters said that it’s tough out there for buyers right now, especially first-timers – but help is available. Source: Florida Realtors

Fla. ranks second for improving “housing market stability” year-to-year, says Freddie Mac, and its MiMi Index for Fla. (86.7) beats the national index (86.7). Source: Florida Realtors

The average FRM reached its highest point of the year this week following a post-election surge in prices – and 50% of experts think the trend will continue. Source: Florida Realtors