One major Florida metro has now eclipsed New York City in terms of its cost of living, according to new data released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis.
A popular program to help first time homebuyers just re-launched in Florida. The Florida Hometown Heroes Program provides up to $35,000 in down payment and closing cost assistance for certain frontline workers.
A new Orlando-area pilot project plans to construct homes for about $200,000—roughly half the region’s median price—targeting households earning $16,000 to $65,000 a year.
City leaders delayed a decision on a proposed housing project near State Road 44 and Eustis Airport Road after residents warned the area’s infrastructure can’t handle additional growth.
Residents in Winter Garden are voicing concerns ahead of a city commission vote Thursday night on a proposed development that would bring hundreds of homes and commercial space to the area near Williams Road and Marsh Road.
Three newly built homes in Parramore are set to go on sale for $380,000, drawing debate over affordability as the city rolls out major buyer incentives and opens applications Friday.
Casselberry city leaders and business officials have broken ground on Terracotta Terrace, a 55-plus community at 1398 S.R. 436, which will feature 152 units and amenities like a pool, fitness center, theater, dog park, and outdoor gathering spaces.
Winter Park city commissioners are considering an ordinance that would allow single-family homes to be built on school district property at 901 W. Webster Ave., previously occupied by Orange Technical College.
She’s built like a police dog and trained like one, but Radar’s mission is very different, and it could be impacting your health right now.
A new report has ranked metros across the nation on rent affordability. But despite being the best in the state, one Florida city still lags behind much of the country.
Residents at Pebble Creek in Lake Mary have returned to apartments that Seminole County still deems unsafe for occupancy, after reportedly being told by complex management they could go back despite no improvements being made.
A developer was asking lake County commissioners to approve plans to build 79 homes on a 40-acre parcel along Log House Road. The request was voted down.
Homeowners in a Volusia County neighborhood are speaking out against a request to build hundreds of homes on a closed golf course in their community.
A new plan from the City of Orlando to turn more than 300 empty properties into single-family homes priced at $375,000 or less in downtown Orlando could be approved Monday.
The Florida State Senate has unanimously approved legislation that would allow homeowners across the state to build small homes in their backyards, potentially expanding affordable housing options for residents struggling with rising costs.
After grabbing headlines for his proposals last month, one Florida gubernatorial candidate has now unveiled a new strategy: the dating app Tinder.
A new study released this week by moveBuddha has revealed the top destinations for movers across the country — and it turns out that the Sunshine State is ranked No. 1.
In 2025, the U.S. housing market largely continued the sluggish trends that have defined the post-pandemic years: high prices, elevated mortgage rates, and persistent economic uncertainty.
People living in West Lakes say they see dozens of homes in their community just like this one. A home that’s boarded up and left to sit for years, unattended. That’s what neighbors call a zombie home.
About few weeks ago, President Donald Trump floated the idea on social media of 50-year mortgages, proposing loans that would stretch a homebuyer’s payments to half a century.
This week, four proposed constitutional amendments in Florida took another step closer toward becoming reality after getting approved by lawmakers.
The Edgewater City Council unanimously approved a settlement agreement with developer Lennar Monday night, greenlighting a scaled-back housing project that promises enhanced flood control measures.
A community meeting Wednesday night will give the public a chance to see the plans for a proposed housing project in Winter Springs’ Town Center District.
A recent report has revealed the fastest-growing cities in the United States — and it turns out the top pick is right here in Central Florida.
Kissimmee is preparing to accept a $200,000 grant from the Florida Department of Children and Families to fund a pilot program aimed at addressing homelessness in the city.
After the Palm Bay City Council made a push last week to suspend Councilman Chandler Langevin over his social media comments, Langevin has now issued a "final statement" on the matter.
A recent study by MovingPlace has revealed which ZIP codes in the U.S. are the “hottest” nationwide. And it turns out one of the top picks is right here in Central Florida.
When Susan Boshers tried to sell her condo in the Hidden Village complex, she thought it would be simple. She had a buyer lined up, the paperwork ready — but the deal collapsed. The reason? Her condo was on a federal “blacklist” that blocks certain types of mortgage approvals.
City leaders in Edgewater say they are working to balance a new state law with ongoing concerns over flooding caused by new development.
A new study has examined housing markets in the U.S. that are cooling off — and it turns out that the "coolest" spot lies in Florida.
Any long-time residents of the Sunshine State are likely all too familiar with sinkholes. But this section of the state sees them more than anywhere else.
A recent report has revealed the fastest-growing cities in the United States — and it turns out the top pick is right here in Central Florida.
We are seeing Orange County’s initiative to streamline the construction of affordable housing take shape.
There have been plenty of California residents flocking to Florida over the past few years, but the latest moving report by PODS may explain why.
When Universal Orlando announced plans for its massive new theme park, Epic Universe, fans of Florida’s theme park scene were thrilled. But in the quiet neighborhood next door, the reaction was far more cautious.
This month, FinanceBuzz has released its list of the best Florida cities for retirees living on a budget of $2,000 or less each month.
A small but enthusiastic group gathered this week for the Housing NOW! rally at Orlando’s Gaston Edwards Park, spearheaded by the Framily Support Network and Aaron E. Lewis, a co-founder of the network and a candidate for Orlando City Council.
WalletHub has released its ranking of the states that spend the most on housing — and it turns out the Sunshine State isn’t even in the top 10.
