A look at how Florida Realtors helped shape legislation to benefit consumers and the state's real estate industry during the 2026 Legislative Session. Although several Realtor legislative priorities are on hold until the budget process concludes, numerous legislative victories were achieved during the 60-day lawmaking period that will benefit the profession, consumers, property owners and communities throughout Florida. Significant legislative victories include: Protecting co
Your Website Should Capture—Not Just Look Good” A pretty website is nice… A lead-generating website is what you need. Make sure your site has: ✔ Clear calls-to-action (Search Homes, Home Value, etc.) ✔ Easy contact forms ✔ Local content (blogs, communities, guides) ✔ Mobile-friendly design 🎯 Quick Tip: Go to your website right now and ask: 👉 “If I were a buyer or seller… would I know what to do next?” If not—it needs work. Your website should work for you 24/7. Have you che
Under the Florida FAR/BAR “As Is” or standard Residential Contract, failure to make the escrow deposit on time is considered a buyer default, but the contract remains in effect until action is taken. The Seller’s Options If the buyer misses the escrow deadline, the seller can choose to: Demand the deposit and allow the buyer time to cure the issue. Declare the buyer in default. Terminate the contract. Pursue remedies allowed in the contract (usually retention of deposit if it