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Expert advice, local market updates, and home buying and selling strategies for New Smyrna Beach, Volusia County, and the Greater Orlando area.

Waiting for Rates to Drop? 23 Years of Data Says Buy Now Instead

Waiting for Rates to Drop? 23 Years of Data Says Buy Now Instead

Waiting for Rates to Drop? 23 Years of Data Says Buy Now InsteadRob West
Published on: 16/09/2026

A 23-year study of all 50 states shows buying now beats waiting 74% of the time in Florida. Here's what that means for you and your mortgage.

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Waiting for Rates to Drop? 23 Years of Data Says Buy Now Instead

Waiting for Rates to Drop? 23 Years of Data Says Buy Now Instead

Waiting for Rates to Drop? 23 Years of Data Says Buy Now InsteadRob West
Published on: 16/09/2026

A 23-year study of all 50 states shows buying now beats waiting 74% of the time in Florida. Here's what that means for you and your mortgage.

mortgage ratesbuying a homeFlorida real estatehousing market dataWinter Park real estateNew Smyrna Beach real estate
New Smyrna Beach Real Estate Market Update | June 2026

New Smyrna Beach Real Estate Market Update | June 2026

New Smyrna Beach Real Estate Market Update | June 2026Rob West
Published on: 14/07/2026

Home prices in New Smyrna Beach rose 7.8% YoY in June 2026 while condo sales surged 48%. See the full market report for buyers and sellers.

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