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Florida Property-Tax Relief Proposal: Potential Benefits and Drawbacks for Homeowners
Property taxes are a significant part of homeownership costs, which is why Florida’s property-tax policy is receiving close attention in 2026. It is important to separate confirmed law from proposals: Florida property-tax changes remain subject to the legislative and voter-approval process, and homeowners should not make purchasing decisions based on expected savings alone. One current […]
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Why Florida’s No State Income Tax Matters for South Florida Relocators
Florida’s lack of a state personal income tax is often an important consideration for people relocating to South Florida. For employees, business owners, retirees, and remote professionals, this can be a meaningful part of an overall financial and lifestyle decision. Without a Florida state income-tax return on earned income, some new residents may experience a […]
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Moving to South Florida: A Practical Relocation Guide for Homebuyers
Moving to South Florida is about more than choosing a home—it is about finding the community and lifestyle that fit your next chapter. From Miami-Dade and Broward to Palm Beach County and beyond, each area offers a distinct mix of neighborhoods, housing styles, schools, commutes, amenities, and access to the coast. Begin by defining your […]
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South Florida Home Lending: 6 Steps to Prepare for a Successful Purchase
Financing is one of the most important parts of a successful South Florida home purchase. A clear lending strategy helps buyers understand their price range, strengthen their offer, and avoid surprises after they find the right property. Start with a full preapproval, not just a quick online estimate. A lender can review income, assets, credit, […]
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South Florida Real Estate News
South Florida’s real estate market continues to evolve in 2026. After years of exceptionally rapid appreciation and intense competition, many areas are moving toward a more balanced environment. That does not mean every neighborhood or property type is performing the same way—but it does mean buyers and sellers should make decisions based on current, local […]
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Get Your Clients Pre-Approved Today Weekly Economic & Mortgage Update: What It Means for Homebuyers and Sellers Federal Reserve Holds Rates Steady The Federal Reserve voted to leave interest rates unchanged this month. While many consumers are still hoping for future rate cuts, the Fed continues to monitor inflation before making any adjustments. What this […]
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Connect With Motto Mortgage Today Be the Expert Your Clients Deserve, Connect with Our Experts First! Contact Joe Duenas Today! Inflation Cools While Mortgage Rates Remain Elevated: What It Means for Homebuyers This week’s economic data offered encouraging signs for consumers, even as mortgage rates remained elevated. The latest reports showed inflation continuing to moderate […]
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Mortgage Rates Hold Steady as Buyer Demand Continues to Rise This week’s economic update from Motto Mortgage highlights an important shift in the housing market: buyers are continuing to move forward despite elevated mortgage rates. While many consumers expected the market to slow significantly in 2026, recent data suggests the opposite may be happening. Key […]
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Be the Expert your Client Deserves, Connect with Our Experts First! Contact Joe at Motto Today! This week’s economic update from Motto Mortgage showed several important market shifts: CPI inflation came in at 3.8% year-over-year Producer prices rose 1.5% month-over-month Mortgage purchase applications increased by 4% The average 30-year conventional mortgage rate climbed to 6.49% […]
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