June 2025

Latest 2025 mortgage rate trends and expert analysis for Fort Lauderdale
homebuyers. Learn how current rates impact your buying power and get
strategic advice from Scott Lehr and The Listing Team

What is an Accessory Dwelling Unit?

Regardless of what they’re called, an accessory dwelling unit, also known
as an ADU, is an additional living quarters on single-family lots that is
independent of the primary dwelling unit, according to the U.S. Department
of Housing and Urban Development. The separate living spaces are equipped
with kitchen and bathroom facilities, and can be either attached or
detached from the main residence.

Transform your bedroom into a sleep sanctuary with blackout curtains, soft
lighting, aromatherapy, and more. Refresh your mornings with quality rest!

If you’re planning to buy a waterfront home, learn about maintenance,
building codes, and insurance costs to ensure you’re making an informed
decision.

Find out how your roof can boost your home’s value. From upkeep to making a
great first impression, see why your roof matters to buyers and appraisers!

A lot of buyers are pressing pause on their plans these days, holding out
hope that mortgage rates will come down – maybe even back to the
historic-low 3% from a few years ago. But here’s the thing: those rates
were never meant to last. They were a short-term response to a very
specific moment in time. And as the market finds its footing again, it’s
time to reset expectations.

Expert insights on Fort Lauderdale real estate from Scott Lehr, The Listing
Team leader. Get home valuations, market trends, and selling tips for
Oakland Park, Weston & Pembroke Pines.

Lately, it feels like every headline about the housing market comes with a
side of doubt. Are prices going up or down? Are we headed for a crash? Will
rates ever come down? And all the media noise may leave you wondering:
does it really make sense to buy a home right now?

Do you think a brand-new home means a bigger price tag? Think again.

Right now, something unique is happening in the housing market. According
to the Census and the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the median
price of newly built homes is actually lower than the median price for
existing homes (ones that have already been lived in):