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Last updated: November 4, 2026 Heavy rain and flooding have hit Florida’s east coast and interior this week, and the effects are being felt well beyond the hardest-hit neighborhoods, including by homeowners, buyers, and sellers across South Florida. On November 2, 2026, Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for seven counties: Brevard, DeSoto,… Continue reading Helpful Tips To Deal With Flood Damage

Quick answer: Florida’s business location count grew 21.8% between the first quarter of 2020 and the first quarter of 2026, reaching 888,276 locations. That works out to roughly one-fifth more businesses in about six years, and the growth reaches well beyond tourism and construction. For South Florida home buyers and sellers, it is another sign… Continue reading Florida’s Business Sector Grew Nearly 20% In 6 Years

Quick answer: The October 27, 2026 king tide was the highest ever recorded in South Florida outside of a hurricane because three things lined up at once: an exceptionally high astronomical tide, persistent onshore winds that pushed extra water against the coast, and decades of sea level rise that have raised the starting point for… Continue reading Why Were 2026 King Tides The Highest Ever?

Quick answer: The scariest aspects of real estate, especially in South Florida, are hurricane and flood risk, soaring property insurance costs, condo special assessments, inspection surprises, bidding wars, appraisal gaps, hidden title problems, rising interest rates, HOA and condo rules, and closing-day surprises. Each one is manageable with the right preparation and a knowledgeable local… Continue reading The Top 10 Scariest Aspects Of Real Estate.