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Tampa Bay Real Estate & Mortgage Market Update – December 19, 2025: Cooling Market Trends, Lower Mortgage Rates, and Increasing Buyer Leverage
The average home value in Tampa is around $369,900, with rising inventory giving buyers more leverage. National mortgage rates stand near 6.20% for 30-year loans and 5.50% for 15-year loans, while

Tampa Bay Real Estate & Mortgage Update – Dec 12, 2025: Inventory rising and Fed rate cuts
The average home value in Tampa is around $369,900, with rising inventory giving buyers more leverage. National mortgage rates stand near 6.20% for 30-year loans and 5.50% for 15-year loans, while

Tampa Bay Real Estate & Mortgage Update – Nov 28, 2025: Rates Ease & Buyer Opportunities Expand
Mortgage rates eased again this week, with the national 30‑year fixed average landing near 6.25%, creating renewed affordability for some buyers. As inventory grows and sellers adjust expectations, the Tampa Bay

Tampa Bay Real Estate & Mortgage Market Update – November 21, 2025: Rates Shift, Inventory Rises, Foreclosures Climb
The Tampa Bay housing market is evolving: while mortgage rates remain elevated by historical standards, they’ve edged into a region that could unlock buyer activity. At the same time, regional stress