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Housing starts climb 4.6% in June despite softening single-family sector 

New single-family home construction declined as builders continue to grapple with macroeconomic headwinds. 

Premier Estate Properties to open office on Palm Beach’s Royal Palm Way 

Margit Brandt will lead the office, which will be Premier’s second in Palm Beach when it opens this fall. 

Realtors Relief Foundation raises $500K for Texas flood aid

“Following the tragic floods in Texas, we at the National Association of REALTORS® and the Realtors Relief Foundation are heartbroken at the lives lost and the communities devastated,” said RRF President Greg Hrabcak.

Florida remains top state for international home purchases

That extends a streak that goes back over 15 years, NAR said in a press release.

MBA: Tariff worries starting to show up in mortgage app numbers 

Purchase applications slowed to their lowest level since May as economic worries dampened activity, the Mortgage Bankers Association said. 

What’s new on Zillow? 5 features that enhance the home search experience

Zillow has rolled out five new features this summer to make searching for homes easier and more efficient.

Palm Beach and Pinecrest land on America’s 50 wealthiest suburbs list

Two Miami suburbs have secured spots on a new list of the 50 wealthiest in the United States, highlighting the region’s enduring affluence and desirability. 

NAR’s new Market Statistics Dashboard provides local housing data to members

The National Association of REALTORS® debuted its Market Statistics Dashboard for members, which provides local housing data intended to help clients buy and sell homes.  

Developers launch Mondrian Hallandale Beach Residences

The development, started in 2022, is the first standalone Mondrian-branded community.

Fannie and Freddie now accept VantageScore 4.0 for mortgage underwriting 

The FICO alternative is expected to greatly expand the number of eligible borrowers by allowing rent and utility payments to count toward a credit score. 

Side hires managing brokers for Florida

Caroline Carrara and Aaron Drucker will help the platform’s partner brokerages in Florida develop their businesses. 

The Korman Group joins Compass in Boca Raton 

The group will use Compass’ Boca Raton office as its main hub, with an additional presence at Compass locations in Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach and Jupiter. 

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MBA: Mortgage applications pop as rates fall to three-month low 

Purchase applications hit their highest level since February 2023. 

Tula Residences in Miami Beach’s North Bay Village begins sales 

The 21-story luxury tower will offer 54 condominiums starting at $1.9 million. 

NAR claims real estate wins as House passes One Big Beautiful Bill Act

The National Association of REALTORS® has claimed that the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act in the House delivers significant victories for homeowners and real estate professionals.

The $1.9 million onion-shaped dome home

Observers have compared the domes to onions, bubbles, boba tea, mushrooms and a batch of cinnamon buns, among other similar spheres.

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