New Construction Boosts Buyer Options: In Nassau County, local agents say more new builds and builder incentives are giving buyers extra leverage, pushing sellers to price competitively from day one. Daytona Redevelopment & Oversight: Daytona Beach commissioners ordered a utility audit after residents reported unusually high bills, while also moving forward with ordinances that could reshape a former orthopedic clinic site for new uses. South Florida Fraud Sentencing: A Boca Raton man was sentenced to four years after pleading guilty to a $13M real estate fraud scheme involving investor money misuse and payments tied to personal spending. Housing Affordability Pressure: A new report finds housing costs are outpacing pay for the Volusia-Flagler tourism workforce, with many households stuck in the ALICE affordability gap. Orlando Infrastructure Upgrade: Orlando’s $34M plan to transform space under I-4 into a connected public gathering area cleared major steps, with construction expected soon and a late-2027 opening target. Marco Island Tax Amendment Impact: City officials laid out how Amendment 3 could reduce Marco Island revenue by nearly $12M over five years, setting up local planning for the November vote. Florida Construction Watch: FDOT is lowering speeds on the Hathaway Bridge during a widening project segment, highlighting ongoing work-zone impacts for commuters. Keys Luxury Market: Luxury home sales in the Florida Keys jumped about 20% in Q1 2026 as new luxury listings fell and prices rose.