Rodney Cantrell’s Blog
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Florida Homeowners Celebrate 132% Growth in 10 Years! | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Florida ranks 2nd in US home price growth with a 132.2% increase over 10 years. Median home prices in Florida rose by $223,316 in the last decade. .
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Here’s how to build more needed housing in Florida
Florida is experiencing rapid growth, with nearly 800 new residents daily, leading to increased pressure on housing supply. The demand for housing far exceeds availability, causing rising home prices and rents. To address this, the state should expand housing options beyond traditional affordable housing. Proposed reforms include eliminating single-family zoning, easing restrictions on manufactured and…
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Happy Women’s Day | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
International Women's Day, also known as IWD for short, grew out of the labour movement to become a recognized annual event by the UN.It all started in 1908 when 15K women marched through NYC demanding shorter working hours, better pay and the right to vote. Things were made official in 1975 when the United Nations…
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No more property taxes? Governor Ron DeSantis throws support behind the idea
Governor Ron DeSantis has suggested a potential constitutional amendment to eliminate or reform property taxes in Florida, which are currently local taxes. While some residents support this idea, experts warn that removing property taxes could lead to a significant loss of revenue for public services like schools and infrastructure. If property taxes were eliminated, the…
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Why Florida? Top Reasons to Move | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Florida's year-round warm climate supports outdoor activities like swimming, fishing, boating, hiking, and golfing.Florida’s lack of state income tax allows residents to save significantly compared to other states.
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Florida Condos: Rising Costs, New Law Impact | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Florida's condo market faces a crisis due to new laws and rising fees following the Surfside collapse. Senate Bill 4D mandates structural integrity studies, increasing repair costs for condo owners across the state.
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Happy Mardi Gras | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
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New Florida housing bill to target out-of-state housing investors
A newly filed House Bill 401 in Florida aims to protect the housing market from multinational investment companies purchasing large numbers of homes to convert into permanent rentals. The bill would allow local governments to zone land for single-family housing, potentially preventing future price spikes. However, the National Rental Home Council opposes the bill, arguing…
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Florida Housing Market Faces 2025 Struggles | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Florida home prices may drop up to 10% in 2025 due to rising inventory and reduced demand, especially outside Miami.The homeowners' insurance crisis, driven by severe weather and rising premiums, is destabilizing Florida’s housing market.
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Florida in 2025: Resilience & Opportunity | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Home values in Florida are expected to increase by 3%-5% annually in 2025, after a potential 10%-15% price correction early in the year.A housing crash is unlikely, the market’s strong demographic growth and economic stability point to continued resilience.