Whether you're buying or selling, the home inspection is one of the most pivotal steps in the whole process, and it looks a bit different in Florida than in other places. With warm weather year-round, high relative humidity, salt air near the coast, and HVAC systems running year-round, Florida's climate puts different pressures on homes. Our real estate agents are here to help you prepare, with a closer look at the most common issues that arise on Florida home inspections.

Key Areas to Examine During a Florida Home Inspection

HVAC System Issues

Air-conditioning systems work harder in Florida than almost anywhere else in the country, with A/C running nearly year-round and rarely taking much of a break, even in the milder winter months

This makes wear-related issues mor...

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Did you know that Florida's flood disclosure laws officially changed as of October 1, 2025? The new flood disclosure laws introduce additional disclosure requirements, covering responsibilities for sellers, real estate developers, and residential landlords.

Whether you're buying or selling, it's important to understand the latest disclosure laws. Our real estate agents have more on Florida's latest flood disclosure laws and how they could impact you.

Understanding Florida's Expanded Flood Disclosure Requirements

Official Flood Disclosure Statute

Florida Statute 689.302 covers "disclosure...

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Families often look for different things when buying a home. Some buyers may care most about a neighborhood's atmosphere, restaurants, or outdoor recreation, while parents are usually thinking about what the area can offer their children. A strong school district, nearby parks, and places for kids to play can all help families narrow down their choices.

Our real estate agents keep a close eye on South Florida housing market trends, including which areas are most popular with local families. They've identified four communities of particular interest in this context: Places with a high population of youngsters according to the J...

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Are you familiar with padel, the international racquet sport that has been gaining traction in the United States in recent years? If you love tennis or pickleball, this fast-paced game will definitely catch your interest. It's also quickly becoming a sought-after lifestyle amenity for luxury communities like Brickell, as well as a popular addition to high-end homes in places like Miami Beach and beyond. Our real estate agents have more on padel, including how international buyer...

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South Florida Luxury Market Report: Q2 2026

South Florida's luxury real estate market just posted its biggest quarter in years, and the buyer pool just got a lot bigger

Mike Pappas, CEO, introduces The Keyes Company's Q2 2026 South Florida Luxury Market Report.

South Florida's luxury real estate market closed one of its strongest quarters in recent memory, and the more interesting story sits just beneath that headline: who is actually doing the buying. Single-family luxury home sales rose 20.1% year over year, luxury condo sales rose 23.5%, and both segments held onto meaningful price gains at the top of the market. Growth at this scale rarely comes from a single, uniform buyer. It tends to arrive from several directions at once, each with its own reasoning.

At Keyes, we're watching a market shaped by more than one kind...

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