Southwest Florida Real Estate News and Market Insight

If you’re a homeowner who loves projects, chances are you’ve seen a TikTok where someone rips up a tile or smashes through a wall. While these viral renovation videos are satisfying, they may also be inspiring dangerous DIY habits. And a recent study by Asbestos.com—which analyzed more than 280 vira

When a construction expert who had a hand in building some of the country's most iconic structures—including New York City's Hudson Yards and Chicago's Grand Pier—builds himself a family home, there is no doubt that the property will be designed to wow and stand the test of time. And that is exactly

PropLogix has launched a reporting service through the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), offering help for title agents to comply with new federal rules. The Department of the Treasury’s Residential Real Estate Reporting Rule mandates reporting on certain residential property purchases

Real estate agent Kristin Sprague has rejoined Coldwell Banker Realty-Gundaker — returning to the brokerage where she began her career in 1995. Sprague has worked in the St. Louis metro area for more than 25 years. According to the most recent RealTrends Verified rankings, she remains among the most

A 40-acre village in Maine has one again come to the market—with a sizable price increase—five years after it was first listed for $5.5 million. Now the property, which is known as Tuthill and located in Pittston, ME, is seeking a buyer willing to splash out $6 million in return for the picturesque

Like it or not, for consumers in today’s market for a newly built home – especially younger, more price- and interest-rate sensitive ones – a home builder is a homebuilder is a homebuilder. Product, price, and location may reveal nuanced differences, and offer a finite toolbox of motivators – i.e. i

Ricardo Dunin is launching House of Wellness-branded condos in Brickell, his latest addition to the thousands of units he has planned in the neighborhood. North Development, the joint venture between Dunin’s Oak Capital and Juan Carlos Tassara’s Edifica, kicked off sales for the 34-story, 656-unit c

“We have seen enormous innovation across residential and commercial real estate over the last decade, and it has been exciting to be part of many of those success stories. But there is one area of the built environment that still feels materially underbuilt. Land. ….… In many ways, land feels like t

State capitals aren't just the answers to trivia questions. Many rank among the top places to live in the country, with much to offer the typical resident, but not all capitals are created equal. "Capital cities aren’t just centers of government—they’re often the hubs of economic activity in their s

Discount retailer Dollar Tree is making a push to cater to more affluent customers, expanding into wealthy neighborhoods in a bid to capture business from high earners. In May, the company opened its 9,000th North American location in an upscale section of Plano, TX, where homes just around the corn

Taxpayers expecting a refund could be in for a boost because of changes in the One Big, Beautiful Bill, with the White House saying average refunds are projected to rise by $1,000 or more. But the K-shaped economy could put a dent in any extra cash. The K-shaped economy has been described by experts

The real estate market is experiencing a once-in-a-generation disruption, driven by forces that are fundamentally reshaping the role of agents and brokers. Semi-private deal networks, a growing class of small investors, legal and regulatory shifts and intensifying competition among online portals ar

Mortgage lenders have been here before. It’s a cyclical business, and most of the executives who are running firms in this industry have been through a cycle or two. The industry experiences a downturn, during which rates rise, affordability falls, and borrowers back away from the market. Eventually

A New Jersey town, once bustling with industries and factories, is slowly transforming itself into a cozy and convenient suburb. Harrison is in the shadows of New York City—about eight miles by car. Its population sits around 20,000. Developers have taken notice of its untapped potential as a housin

Here’s something I’ve been turning over in my head as we grind our way into Spring Selling 2026 — one that feels especially relevant for homebuilders and every functional leader who’s trying to steer a business through a tougher, noisier, more skeptical market: If your marketing only works when ever

When Shane Coderre moved from Newport Beach, CA, to Wilmington, NC, in the early 2000s, he couldn’t believe how cheap coastal land was. So much so that he immediately started shopping. The Tar Heel State is home to approximately 412 islands. Coderre’s early searches kept leading to the same seller w

It’s not often an architect is handed a blank canvas and told to dream big—but that’s exactly what happened in Longboat Key, FL, where a striking midcentury masterpiece now unfolds across a 4.58-acre lot. The waterfront 6,891-square-foot home, which is listed for $22 million, was designed by archite

Mismatched spending habits are a common cause of conflict in relationships—so when one “90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days” cast member saw his wife’s oversized home in the Philippines for the first time, it left him with major doubts about their compatibility as a couple. Jovon and Annalyn Fox are o

The multimillion-dollar fraud case at the Hammocks, Florida’s second-largest homeowners’ association, is in its fourth year. Yet, a trial date remains elusive.  In 2022, five people were arrested over allegations that former board members hired bogus contractors and diverted payments, including to e

Tucked along Idaho's historic Wild Horse Trail Scenic Byway is a property as grand as the landscapes that surround it. Fittingly named "Big Idaho," the Bonners Ferry estate spans approximately 20,800 square feet of luxe interior living on a 56-acre parcel. Built in 1986, the home is represented by C