Mortgage interest rates fall below 6% (Source: CNBC, February 2026)

Mortgage rates dipped below 6%. In the Florida Keys, the bigger issue is buyer behavior.

On February 23, 2026, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate hit 5.99%. For the first time since 2022, we have …

Don't Miss the Florida Keys Homestead Exemption Deadline

If you recently bought or moved, timing matters

If you recently purchased a home in the Florida Keys, moved your primary residence, or changed how a property is titled or owned, homestead exemption should be treated as a priority.

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(Image source: Mortgage News Daily, January 2026)

Mortgage rates have been moving modestly day to day, but in the Florida Keys, the broader context matters more than the daily fluctuation. When rates stabilize near recent lows, buyer activity here has historically increased faster than in many mainland markets, largely …

Buying a Home in the Florida Keys? The Right Loan Matters

Sunset in the Florida Keys - calm waterfront evening

At the end of the day, buying in the Florida Keys is about more than the view. The view is easy to fall in love with. You …

2026 Conforming Loan Limit for the Florida Keys

The Federal Housing Finance Agency has released the 2026 conforming loan limits, and buyers in the Florida Keys will see a higher threshold for conventional financing. The Keys operate on a different price pattern than most Florida markets, so …

Here is a quick update on a new Islamorada resource to help you explore homes in the Florida Keys.

New Islamorada Real Estate Page

I just published a simple new Islamorada landing page at RealEstateIslamorada.com. It gives buyers a clean first stop and creates one more …