431 | Exclusive Central Florida Market Stats + Property Tax Relief & Flood Insurance Facts

This week on Central Florida Real Estate Radio, Laura does something different. With many of the traditional sources for local housing statistics no longer providing the data needed, Laura pulls the numbers directly from the MLS each week, covering Orange, Osceola, Lake, Polk, and Seminole Counties. Using AI and direct MLS data, she breaks down what is really happening in the Central Florida housing market and what buyers and sellers should do about it. This week's market highlights include: • Median single-family home price: $404,000 • Median condo/townhome price: $265,000 • 13,653 active single-family listings across Central Florida • Why homes under $400,000 remain highly competitive • The growing divide between the single-family and condo markets • Where buyers have negotiating power and where sellers still have leverage Laura also discusses several important issues impacting Florida homeowners: • Proposed Florida property tax relief and homestead exemption changes • Potential elimination of property taxes on primary residences • Recent improvements helping stabilize homeowners insurance rates • Flood insurance misconceptions and why many homeowners are underinsured • Why standard homeowners insurance does not cover flood damage • How your online presence can impact your home sale and real estate opportunities Whether you're buying, selling, investing, or simply trying to understand where the market is headed, this episode provides a data-driven look at what's happening right now in Central Florida real estate. Hosted by Laura Petersen, Broker/Owner of Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty, sharing insights to help buyers and sellers make smarter real estate decisions in Central Florida. To get in touch with Laura, call 407-566-2555.