Affordable Housing Crunch: Realtor.com and the National Association of Realtors’ Housing Mismatch Report says the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro has a shortage of affordable listings across income levels, with a listing-income alignment score of 67% in March 2026. Local Development & Policy: Fort Pierce lawmakers are weighing whether the Causeway Cove project qualifies under the Live Local Act after residents questioned whether the planned rents are truly “affordable.” Homebuilding & Resilience: Zaki Lev is marketing luxury, hurricane-ready construction through Now Eco Home and One Direct Mill, leaning on factory-direct materials and performance-focused building. Mortgage Basics for Buyers: A new explainer breaks down what mortgages cover, common loan types, and what borrowers should understand before signing—aimed at first-timers facing long-term costs. EV Funding Debate: Florida’s FDOT wants to redirect $197 million of federal NEVI EV-charger money toward charging and landing pads for electric air taxis, fueling a broader fight over whether public dollars should solve today’s needs or future mobility. Community Infrastructure: Cape Coral reopened the rebuilt Hector A. Cafferata Jr. K-8 School after Hurricane Ian, with a $125M project expanding capacity and moving to a new site. Tree Mitigation Costs: Gainesville’s tree-cutting scrutiny highlights how developers can owe millions in mitigation money, with the city increasingly buying and preserving forested land as plantable space shrinks. Transit Leadership: South Florida Regional Transportation Authority named Dave Kubicek its next executive director, setting up a leadership change as the agency pushes capital projects. Luxury Market Access: Parsiani Real Estate touts its developer-rep model for Miami luxury pre-construction sales, positioning itself as a gateway for high-net-worth buyers. Workforce Housing: A developer plans nearly 200 workforce units near Tampa General Hospital, targeting 80%–120% of area median income and aiming for a 2028 opening.