Southwest Florida Real Estate News and Market Insight

🏆 Residential: The top home sale recorded in South Florida was in Miami Beach, where MAC Cosmetics co-founder Frank Toskan sold two neighboring waterfront homes for $31.9 million. The buyer was 3339 Sunset LLC. One of the homes, the 4,200-square-foot property at 1839 West 24th Street, was valued at

U.S. airlines canceled tens of thousands of flights and waived change fees for travelers as a massive winter storm swept across the country.

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford suffered a gutting defeat against the Seattle Seahawks in the NFL conference championships on Sunday night—ending his hopes of leading his team to another Super Bowl appearance. In the wake of the 27-31 loss, the 37-year-old NFL MVP finalist quickly face

The end of 2025 saw New York City dethroned as the capital of million-dollar listings, with Miami emerging as the major U.S. metro boasting the most seven-figure properties for sale. By December 2025, Miami had 10,591 listings priced at $1 million and above, compared with NYC's 10,176, according to

Tax season is officially underway as the Internal Revenue Service opened its portal Monday for Americans to begin filing 2025 taxes. The average amount refunded last tax season was $3,052, according to the IRS, but that amount is expected to increase. This season, families may see an average of $1,0

A one-of-a-kind "contemporary glass palace" in Maryland that boasts its own "party kitchen" has managed to snag a buyer mere days after it was put on the market for $1.99 million. The 1980s-era abode, which features an array of unique amenities in addition to its eye-catching design, spreads across

Denver Broncos backup quarterback Jarret Stidham is set to make a major starting appearance when he steps into the shoes of injured football star Bo Nix to lead the team in their AFC conference championship matchup Sunday against the New England Patriots. It is a full-circle moment for Stidham, 29,

A massive winter storm has been bringing heavy snow, sleet, freezing rain, and frigid temperatures from as fast west as New Mexico all the way up through New England since Friday.  More than 230 million Americans are expected to be impacted by what will likely be one of the most significant storms o

Naples Children Foundation to Host 2026 “Meet the Kids Day,” Showcasing Organizations that are Improving the Lives of Local Children WHAT: The Naples Children Foundation (NCF), the founding organization of the highly successful Naples Winter Wine Festival (NWWF), will present its annual “Meet the Ki

A rustic North Carolina motel that has entered a new era as a charming mountain retreat has come to the market in Chimney Rock for the bargain price of $599,000—complete with breathtaking views of Hickory Nut Falls, incredible income opportunity, and even ties to the iconic Radio City Rockettes. Des

Although many younger adults are postponing car ownership and driving less, millions of Americans still rely on the road daily, making driving conditions a meaningful factor in day-to-day well-being. WalletHub recently ranked the best states to drive within in the United States. "This study shows th

Celebrity hairstylist Charles Worthington has styled the tresses of bold names like Sharon Stone, Kim Cattrall, and Sarah Jessica Parker, but one of his most impressive designs is his cozy yet sprawling off-grid legacy ranch that has hit the market for $19.5 million. "The Ranch" at 6855 Capitol Cree

U.S. airlines canceled tens of thousands of flights and waived change fees for travelers as a massive winter storm swept across the country.

Lower mortgage rates are driving increased housing demand in 2026, as shown by another positive week in our Housing Market Tracker data. Both weekly pending home sales and purchase application data posted gains last week — both week over week and year over year. My work over the years indicates that

A historic 1861 post-and-beam barn that was beautifully transformed into a stunning 6,000-square-foot luxury home has just hit the market in upstate New York for $2.75 million. Located on a beautiful 89-acre parcel in Austerlitz, in the heart of Columbia County, the property boasts pastoral views, o

Mountain getaways are all about peace, privacy, and relaxation—but one peak-top property is bringing a whole new meaning to the concept of a personal sanctuary, offering not only safety from prying eyes, but a level of Zen rarely found in a private abode. The 10-acre estate in Greenville, SC, which

If you’re in the process of decluttering your home or plan to do so soon, it’s a good idea to understand what types of items younger people gravitate toward these days. Turns out, millennials in particular are losing trust in digital platforms and are turning back to analog media and experiences the

A Palm Springs, CA, property that epitomizes the area's vibrant and funky architectural style has been put on the market, presenting an opportunity not only to own a piece of design history—but a lucrative business model as well. Enter The MOD, an eight-room boutique hotel in the heart of the thrivi

A year after losing their house in Altadena, CA, in the deadly Eaton fire, Lauren Martinez and her husband are homeowners again—thanks to an unconventional real estate move involving meticulous planning and some steady-handed truck drivers. Instead of rebuilding from the ground up, the displaced Cal

Lawmakers and government officials say they're making progress on an update to the capital gains tax. Right now, America’s homeowners are sitting on a staggering $34.7 trillion in equity, built up during a decade of rising home prices and historically low interest rates. At the National Association