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In 2024, Florida saw 143 million visitors, an increase of 1.7% over 2023. The state has welcomed 41.2 million visitors in the first quarter of 2025.
TAMPA, Fla. — Gov. Ron DeSantis's office announced Tuesday that the Sunshine State hit a new tourism record last year.
In 2024, 143 million visitors visited Florida, an increase of 1.7% over the previous record set in 2023.
The governor's office said 130.65 million domestic travelers, 8.94 million overseas visitors, and 3.41 million Canadian tourists visited the Sunshine State last year.
DeSantis also announced that Florida has welcomed 41.2 million visito...
There's no perfect time to buy a home – every market has trade-offs. If you're ready and can afford it, lean on a pro to make the most of current trends.
NEW YORK — It's easy to get caught up in the idea of waiting for the perfect moment to make your move — especially in today's market. Maybe you're holding out and hoping mortgage rates will drop, or that home prices will fall. But here's what you need to realize: trying to time the market rarely works. And here's why.
There is no perfect market
No matter when you buy, there's always some be...
The new Consumer Guide helps answer mortgage and finance questions, covering loan types, concessions and the benefits of working with a Realtor.
ORLANDO, Fla. — Do you have questions about mortgages and financing? The National Association of Realtors® latest Consumer Guide provides some answers while showcasing the value of working with a Realtor.
Consumer Guide: Mortgages and Financing is the 14th in the NAR's series to equip custome...
Despite hurricanes in August and September, Visit Florida estimated 34.61 million people traveled to Florida in Q3, up from the same period in 2023 and 2022.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida posted a record third-quarter tourism total this year, with the numbers bolstered by U.S. visitors as international travel continued to lag behind pre-pandemic levels, according to the Visit Florida tourism-marketing agency.
Despite th...
Unless you're a cash buyer, credit scores are the most important factor lenders consider in a mortgage application. It shows the ability to repay.
NEW YORK – Strictly speaking, you don't need a credit score to buy a house. If you're paying cash, for example, no one necessarily cares whether you have good credit. However, if – like most aspiring American homeowners – you'll need financing, then your credit score is crucial.
Your credit score is one of the most important factors lenders consider when you apply for a mortgage. Not just to qualify for the loan itself, but for the conditions: Typically, the higher your score, the lower the interest rates and better terms you'll qualify for....
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