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Market data, mortgage rate movement, housing policy, and property news from across the country and here at home in Collier and Lee counties. Anything that affects what a home in Naples, Bonita Springs, or Estero is worth, and what it costs to own one, is worth understanding before it shows up in your closing statement or your tax bill.
The Weekly Dirt: Formula 1 descends on Miami

After more than a year off, Formula 1 racing legend Sergio Pérez is back in Miami, where he was welcomed by none other than the city’s condo king, developer Jorge Pérez. The two Pérezes, who aren’t related, warmed up for the Miami Grand Prix at a new Brickell restaurant earlier in the week. Sergio,
Read MoreOne-of-a-Kind $4.25 Million Virginia Greek Revival Estate Finds a Buyer in Just 2 Days

A one-of-a-kind Georgian manor located just 20 minutes from Richmond, VA, has found a buyer after just two days on the market. Known as Walnut Hill Farm, the Greek Revival–influenced home was listed in April for $4.25 million and offers more than 6,500 square feet of interior living space defined by
Read MoreWhimsical ‘Alice in Wonderland’-Themed Tiny Home Hits the Market in Indianapolis for Just $215K

An enchanting tiny home that has been decked out with delightful "Alice in Wonderland"-themed decor is offering up a bargain opportunity to step through the looking glass and into a property that holds a whole new world behind its doors. And if the whimsical design of the pint-sized property isn't e
Read MoreData Center Backlash Divides Small Pennsylvania Town

Tensions are rising in Archbald, PA, over plans for dozens of new data centers that will span hundreds of acres in the tiny borough. The city of 7,000 is divided over developers' plans to build six data center campuses that would include 51 data warehouses that would each be about the size of a Walm
Read More'Godspeed my friend': Inside the final hours of Spirit Airlines

Spirit Airlines ceased operations overnight after a failed government bailout.
Read MoreMortgage spreads are the only thing keeping rates under 7%
Mortgage spreads are once again the unsung hero for housing in 2026 because they are the sole reason why mortgage rates have been under 6.65% the entire year! Last week, the benefits of mortgage spreads being close to normal were very evident: if we currently had the highest levels of mortgage sprea
Read MoreI Rent Out My Home by the Hour To Cover the Mortgage—and You Might’ve Seen It on TV

Jessica Herrera would never have rented out her new-build home in Decatur, GA, by the hour if she had been able to get the permits on time. A developer by trade, she built a four-bedroom, four-bathroom, 3,500-square-foot home and planned to sell it upon completion. But the build took much longer tha
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A dramatic diamond-shaped residence that serves up a feast for the eyes around every corner has just hit the market in Georgia for $799,000—complete with a jaw-dropping spiral staircase that appears to float in the air. The Tom Mozen-designed architectural marvel is nestled in the East Cobb woods in
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The Met Gala is set to make a return to New York City on May 4, when some of the world's biggest celebrities will descend upon the storied steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, turning the historic gallery into a star-studded catwalk. Among them will be this year's lead sponsors and honorary co-c
Read More Airfare amid Iran war: Buy now or wait out the conflict? Experts weigh the risks

It could be risky to delay buying plane tickets and hoping fares will drop, according to travel experts.
Read MoreCurated $3.25 Million Estate on Santa Fe’s Moon Mountain Lists for the First Time in 25 Years

A captivating architect-designed residence on the south side of Moon Mountain in Santa Fe, NM, has hit the market for $3.25 million. With its museum-quality interiors, the home at 7 Altazano Drive was conceived as a place where architecture, art, and landscape converge, an approach reflected in its
Read MoreSpirit Airlines shut down. Here's what travelers need to know if they have tickets

What travelers who are ticketed on Spirit Airlines need to know.
Read MoreSpirit Airlines shut down. Here's what travelers need to know if they have tickets

What travelers who are ticketed on Spirit Airlines need to know.
Read MoreThe Rise of Preserve Living: High Luxury in the Midst of Rugged Nature

As affluent buyers rethink what constitutes luxury real estate, a notable shift is underway: from urban pied-à-terres toward expansive, legacy-driven land ownership. Increasingly, high-net-worth individuals are prioritizing acreage, privacy, and long-term stewardship over sheer interior square foota
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Some secrets aren’t meant to be shared. But asking chefs what ingredients they favor most seems both within the bounds of good taste and enlightening for home cooks who wonder why their efforts don’t quite yield the complexity of dishes they enjoy at their favorite restaurants. Naples Illustrated as
Read More Explore Florida’s Ancient Wild with a Trio of Nature Tours

A great egret perches within the canopy along the boardwalk at Audubon’s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary. Photo by Sydney Walsh For a remarkable 72 years, Audubon’s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary has stood as one of Southwest Florida’s most powerful symbols of preservation, a place where ancient trees, rare wi
Read MoreWWII Photographic Exhibition Opens at The Holocaust Museum

The Holocaust Museum & Cohen Education Center shares a rare behind-the-scenes look at World War II in its upcoming exhibition – Caught on Film: The Wartime Photography of Ken Regele and the U.S. Army Signal Corps. This special exhibition showcases a unique selection of donated World War II photograp
Read MoreSpirit Airlines could shut down overnight. Here's what travelers need to know

What travelers who are ticketed on Spirit Airlines need to know if the carrier shuts down.
Read MoreSpring Housing Market Remains Resilient Despite Economic Clouds

As we navigate the peak spring homebuying season, the economic backdrop remains characterized by a persistent "cloudy" outlook. While geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have injected a fresh dose of volatility into financial markets, the latest data suggests a housing market that is remarkably
Read MoreMiami judge disqualified from Trump library case after courtroom hug

The Miami-Dade state court judge overseeing the legal battle surrounding Miami Dade College’s land donation to President Donald Trump’s $950 million presidential library was disqualified from the case following an alleged display of bias to the case’s plaintiff. An appellate panel found Miami-Dade C
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