A Realtor.com report found child care costs are adding to affordability challenges for families already weighing home prices, rents, insurance and other expenses.

A 10-year rent-vs.-buy analysis found projected homeowner equity topped renter investment returns in five Florida markets, led by Miami.

Florida leads the nation in 65-plus households, but NAHB says the “silver tsunami” alone won’t solve tight housing inventory.

A Realtor.com report found the growing “commute tax” is shrinking home searches as buyers factor transportation costs into overall affordability. Florida agents say commute times and day-to-day travel expenses are becoming increasingly important in housing decisions.