Could a 50-year mortgage make homeownership more affordable?
As people look ahead to 2026, many are hoping it’s the year they can finally afford to buy a home. One idea that’s gaining traction is a 50-year mortgage, pitched as a way to lower monthly payments.
As people look ahead to 2026, many are hoping it’s the year they can finally afford to buy a home. One idea that’s gaining traction is a 50-year mortgage, pitched as a way to lower monthly payments.
Tampa Bay area moving companies see busiest December in years as housing market warms
As the year winds down, many families are focused on slowing things down and spending time together. But for one moving company in the Tampa Bay area, this December is anything but quiet.
As the year winds down, many families are focused on slowing things down and spending time together. But for one moving company in the Tampa Bay area, this December is anything but quiet.
Pinellas faith groups remember those who died while homeless in 2025 with memorial service: 'Dignity in death'
Faith groups in Pinellas County wanted to give the community a way to remember those who died this year while experiencing homelessness.
Faith groups in Pinellas County wanted to give the community a way to remember those who died this year while experiencing homelessness.
Church-owned land could become affordable housing under new St. Pete ordinance
The City of St. Petersburg is turning to a partner in its push to address the affordable housing crisis: houses of worship.
The City of St. Petersburg is turning to a partner in its push to address the affordable housing crisis: houses of worship.
Property tax study warns of uneven impact to rural areas if they're eliminated in Florida
A new report from the Florida League of Cities takes aim at efforts by lawmakers to eliminate property taxes in Florida.
A new report from the Florida League of Cities takes aim at efforts by lawmakers to eliminate property taxes in Florida.
Lake Wales senior community celebrates rejection of proposed sand mine
A senior community in Lake Wales is celebrating because a proposed sand mine will not be constructed next door.
A senior community in Lake Wales is celebrating because a proposed sand mine will not be constructed next door.
Tampa becomes foreclosure epicenter as Florida tops nation in housing distress
As foreclosure rates climb across the United States, Florida has emerged as the hardest-hit state, and Tampa is at the center of the surge.
As foreclosure rates climb across the United States, Florida has emerged as the hardest-hit state, and Tampa is at the center of the surge.
Hidden homeownership cost in US is nearly $16K a year, Zillow analysis finds
Homeownership is already expensive, but a new report shows the additional costs that may be putting a squeeze on your finances.
Homeownership is already expensive, but a new report shows the additional costs that may be putting a squeeze on your finances.
Routine maintenance can extend the life of your water heater
This week, Tampa Bay area plumbers fielded calls of leaking water heaters after the drop in temperatures likely stressed the tanks.
This week, Tampa Bay area plumbers fielded calls of leaking water heaters after the drop in temperatures likely stressed the tanks.
Habitat for Humanity of Tampa Bay Hillsborough honors local veterans with special home projects
In honor of Veterans Day, Habitat for Humanity of Tampa Bay Hillsborough spent Tuesday giving back to those who’ve served — through hands-on help and heartfelt gratitude.
In honor of Veterans Day, Habitat for Humanity of Tampa Bay Hillsborough spent Tuesday giving back to those who’ve served — through hands-on help and heartfelt gratitude.
School system responds to commission postponing decision on proposed tax increase
Polk County commissioners are postponing their decision on whether to allow voters to decide on a proposed school property millage tax increase. If approved, this millage question would appear on next year's November General Election ballot.
Polk County commissioners are postponing their decision on whether to allow voters to decide on a proposed school property millage tax increase. If approved, this millage question would appear on next year's November General Election ballot.
Florida homeowners challenge Citizens Insurance
Nicholle Kvocka of Ruskin discovered her Citizens Insurance policy included fine print that denied her the right to sue in court. When fire damage to her home occurred during Hurricane Helene, Citizens declined to cover it.
Nicholle Kvocka of Ruskin discovered her Citizens Insurance policy included fine print that denied her the right to sue in court. When fire damage to her home occurred during Hurricane Helene, Citizens declined to cover it.
Tampa family reaches insurance settlement after FOX 13 investigation
The Morrison family’s year-long fight over hurricane damage ended in mediation after FOX 13's reporting helped prompt a resolution.
The Morrison family’s year-long fight over hurricane damage ended in mediation after FOX 13's reporting helped prompt a resolution.
Venmo, Bilt team up to reinvent rent and mortgage payments
Venmo announced a new partnership with Bilt at Money20/20 to integrate rent, mortgage, and neighborhood merchant payments into the Venmo experience.
Venmo announced a new partnership with Bilt at Money20/20 to integrate rent, mortgage, and neighborhood merchant payments into the Venmo experience.
Developer of proposed Emilie Springs project addresses homeowner concerns
The city of Bartow will be reviewing a proposed large-scale community that has received some push back from concerned homeowners.
The city of Bartow will be reviewing a proposed large-scale community that has received some push back from concerned homeowners.
Construction company using AI they developed in major downtown Tampa project
A construction company in the Tampa Bay area is using AI technology to help expedite projects and cut construction costs.
A construction company in the Tampa Bay area is using AI technology to help expedite projects and cut construction costs.
New Florida law requires landlords to disclose flood risks to renters
Under a new Florida law taking effect October 1, landlords must provide written disclosure of any flood risks or past flood damage before tenants sign a lease.
Under a new Florida law taking effect October 1, landlords must provide written disclosure of any flood risks or past flood damage before tenants sign a lease.
3D printed homes to be built in East Tampa starting in October
Just about anything can be 3D printed, and now the technology is moving to construction with a new neighborhood in East Tampa.
Just about anything can be 3D printed, and now the technology is moving to construction with a new neighborhood in East Tampa.
Air Force veteran, family displaced by Hurricane Ian get new mortgage-free home in Venice community
American flags and smiling faces lined a neighborhood in Wellen Park on Friday morning. There were plenty of cheers as they welcomed home Retired Technical Sergeant Daniel Beesting and his family.
American flags and smiling faces lined a neighborhood in Wellen Park on Friday morning. There were plenty of cheers as they welcomed home Retired Technical Sergeant Daniel Beesting and his family.
Florida lawmakers in high-stakes meetings on potentially eliminating, reducing property taxes
Governor Ron DeSantis has insisted that property taxes are crushing Florida homeowners who have paid off their homes, but who continue to pay taxes on them.
Governor Ron DeSantis has insisted that property taxes are crushing Florida homeowners who have paid off their homes, but who continue to pay taxes on them.