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Tampa Bay Real Estate & Mortgage Market Update – May 29: Inventory Grows as Mortgage Rates Stay Elevated
Average 30-year fixed mortgage rates closing around 6.61% amid bond market volatility, and the Tampa Bay housing market is opening doors for strategic buyers. Rising inventory and fewer bidding wars are

Tampa Bay Real Estate & Mortgage Market Update – May 22: Mortgage Rates Rise as Inventory Continues Growing
As average 30-year fixed mortgage rates rise toward 6.75% due to bond market volatility, the Tampa Bay housing market is shifting in favor of prepared buyers. Growing inventory and less competition

Tampa Bay Real Estate & Mortgage Market Update – May 15: Rates Stabilize as Inventory Grows
Mortgage rates have finally stabilized in the mid-6% range after recent volatility, creating a more balanced Tampa Bay housing market. As inventory improves across the counties, buyers are gaining negotiating power

Tampa Bay Real Estate & Mortgage Market Update – May 8
Mortgage rates have seen a modest decline into the mid-6% range, signaling a shift toward a more stable and strategic environment. With inventory rising, the Tampa Bay market is witnessing the

Tampa Bay Real Estate & Mortgage Market Update – May 1: What Stable Mortgage Rates Mean
The housing market is transitioning from volatility to stability. With the Federal Reserve holding rates steady and mortgage rates hovering in the mid-6% range, buyers across Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco counties

Tampa Bay Real Estate & Mortgage Market Update – April 24: Is the Tampa Bay Housing Market Slowing Down?
Stop wondering if the market is slowing and start understanding the shift. Explore how increased inventory creates leverage for prepared buyers. And find out why this “nuanced” market requires a strategic

Tampa Bay Real Estate & Mortgage Market Update – April 17: Do You Need 20% Down to Buy a Home? Tampa Bay Buyers Guide
Debunking the 20% down payment myth: most buyers actually qualify for conventional or FHA loans with as little as 3% to 3.5% down. Stay informed on current mortgage rates in the

Tampa Bay Real Estate & Mortgage Market Update – April 10: Why People Are Moving to Tampa Bay in 2026 | Housing & Lifestyle Trends
Explore the driving forces behind Tampa Bay’s sustained real estate demand. From the benefits of no state income tax and a thriving job market to the appeal of year-round coastal living,

Tampa Bay Real Estate & Mortgage Market Update – April 3: Why Some Home Offers Are Winning in Tampa Bay (And Others Aren’t) – April 2026
Price isn’t the only factor that seals the deal. Acceptance often hinges on a buyer’s preparation and financing strategy. Success in today’s market requires a combination of strong pre-approvals, clean financing,