As winter fades and spring begins in Florida, the real estate market starts to pick up momentum. March and April have long been considered a turning point in the housing market, and several seasonal factors tend to drive this surge in activity. From tax season to longer daylight hours, this time of year often encourages buyers to move from planning to actually house hunting.

A major discussion is unfolding across the Sunshine State after the Florida House of Representatives passed a proposal with a decisive 80–30 vote aimed at significantly reducing property taxes for Florida homeowners.

A list of 10 Christmas wishes for Florida Real estate for the incoming year.

There are many financial gurus that frown upon the use of credit. However, using and leveraging your credit to own assets such as real estate can position you to improve your financial standing. Debt instruments such as mortgages can help you leverage your equity to purchase, invest, or consolidate other high-interest debt accounts.