"Without promotion, something terrible happens… Nothing!"

This quote from P.T. Barnum of the Barnum & Bailey Circus highlights an essential truth about selling a home. In the past, many real estate agents listed a property in the local Multiple Listing Service (MLS), put a sign in the yard, and …

Whether you're thinking about buying, selling, or simply tracking your home's value, staying current on market conditions is one of the smartest things you can do. This update covers national mortgage rates and housing supply—and what it means for buyers and sellers here on the Treasure Coast.

What's …

Quick answer: Rising premiums, tightening coverage, and insurer pullbacks mean home insurance now affects whether a real estate deal is affordable, marketable, and profitable — not just a formality handled at closing. Buyers, sellers, agents, and investors who check insurability early avoid deals that fall apart, overprice, or underperform later.

Why Online Tools Miss the Mark — and What Really Determines Your Home's Value

By Eric Slifkin, Broker Associate | Keller Williams Realty Treasure Coast

You've probably typed your address into Zillow, Redfin, or one of a dozen other online estimators and watched a number pop up …

If you bought or refinanced your home between 2019 and 2021, there's a good chance you're sitting on a mortgage rate most buyers today would love to have. That's a great position to be in — until you need to move. Right now, nearly half of all homeowners have a …

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act — the most significant federal housing legislation in decades — is officially law. It became effective on July 11, 2026, after President Trump let the 10-day review window lapse without signing or vetoing it, an unusual path to enactment that followed a …

If you're thinking about selling your home, you've probably assumed there's only one way to do it: put it on the market, list it on the MLS, and let the world see it. In most cases, that's exactly the right move. But it's not the only option — and as …

When you decide to sell your home, it's tempting to set a high asking price. Maybe you've seen what a neighbor got last year, or Zillow's Zestimate is flattering, or you just want room to negotiate. It's a natural instinct — but it's one of the most expensive mistakes a …

The Slifkin Team at Keller Williams Realty

Listing Agents in Stuart, Florida, and the Treasure Coast

Choosing the right real estate team is essential if you're ready to sell your home. Eric Slifkin and his team of licensed real estate professionals offer reliable, professional service to help you …