Southwest Florida Real Estate News and Market Insight

The world of celebrity real estate is a heady place, one that is filled with glittering megamansions, luxury developments, and buzz-worthy listings. But there is also a much darker side to this gleaming industry, one plagued by scandal, backlash, and a very hefty dose of uproar. In recent years, the

Summer is when tree roots go into overdrive, aggressively chasing moisture. When this happens, they often crack and invade aging clay or cast-iron sewer lines. “Tree roots invading your sewer line is one of the most common (and costly) plumbing surprises we come across in older properties,” says Sco

Something big is happening in Louisville—and it's not the Kentucky Derby. Sellers are flooding the market. Last month, the midsized Southern city had the highest year-over-year inventory surge of any major metro in the country, up a staggering 32.7%. That's compared with only 2.2% nationwide, accord

The first week of commercial broker George Pino’s criminal trial wrapped up last week. Pino is facing manslaughter and vessel homicide charges in the 2022 boat crash that killed 17-year-old Lucia “Lucy” Fernandez and injured ten others. The crash also caused debilitating injuries to now 21-year-old

An architectural marvel that sits atop a giant boulder-like rock overlooking a lake in Idaho has hit the market for just under $10 million—more than five decades after the mastermind behind the property pulled off a feat of engineering brilliance to bring the vision to life. The 2,190-square-foot "H

Golf has been popular since the turn of the 19th century, but increasingly, the affluent are seeking out fairways that can be lived on in luxurious style, serving as the nexus of their social network. In 2024, there were approximately 3,200 golf facilities in the country with a real estate component

JetBlue faces heavy competition from Miami International Airport, an American Airlines stronghold.

Part rugged workspace, part elegant luxury, the barndominium is redefining what a modern home can be, offering the kind of blank canvas that invites a world of opportunity. This unique architectural style has skyrocketed in popularity among first-time homebuyers looking for a cost-effective build an

One year ago, I talked about how we were about to see a positive shift in the housing market, and with our weekly Housing Market Tracker articles and podcast, I’ve made sure to explain what has really been going on in the housing market since then and what hasn’t. As we sit here on a glorious weeken

An extraordinary castle-like estate in Connecticut is bringing a dash of old-world opulence to one of the state's most upscale neighborhoods—lending a rare sense of regal elegance to an area already famous for its over-the-top mansions. Known as Loch Lane Manor, the striking stone residence has near

Most Americans can’t imagine life without a monthly mortgage or rent payment. But that was exactly the dream Andy Hill, 44, had in mind when shopping with his wife Nicole, 44, for their next family home. His story proves that buying a home can usually be achieved by two, important factors: timing an

A seasonal tiny cottage that offers less than 190 square feet of living space has bobbed onto the market in Cape Cod, where it is being touted as a prime investment opportunity that could earn a future buyer a very lucrative rental income. Built in 1940, the minuscule Truro, MA, abode is tucked behi

Hidden behind enormous branches of "towering" oak trees on a leafy street in Los Angeles' beautiful Laurel Canyon neighborhood sits an extraordinary compound with a rich architectural heritage that extends across not one, but two separate dwellings. Totaling more than 11,000 square feet, the compoun

Tucked away in the center of the American heartland and often overshadowed by larger neighbors, Topeka, KS, is quietly gathering momentum as a rare affordability haven, keeping the dream of homeownership alive. As the state capital and Kansas' fifth-largest city, Topeka is home to roughly 125,000 in

Brokerage giant Compass has said that a strict new Washington state law that prohibits private listings does not apply to properties marketed across its network of agents as "Private Exclusives" or "Coming Soon." The new law, which Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson signed in March, took effect on Thursda

If your idea of "getting away from it all" involves an entire 25-acre sanctuary off the rugged coast of Maine, your dream property just hit the market. Nestled off the shores of Georgetown, and listed for $3.85 million, Long Island offers a rare convergence of ultimate privacy and history. The crown

It has been a turbulent week for the broader economy—inflation reached a three-year high, tensions in the Middle East continued to fluctuate, and mortgage rates ticked up to 6.52%. Yet, beneath the macroeconomic noise, the housing market is flashing a notable bright spot, with home sales climbing to

Kendra and Joseph Duggar have listed their Arkansas home for $407,900—weeks after the father of four pleaded not guilty to sex crime charges in Florida, where he is set to stand trial in the coming months. Joseph, 31, who is the younger brother of convicted sex offender Josh Duggar, was taken into c

On Friday, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) published a document with a proposed rule aimed at spurring more multi-story manufactured housing supply. The rule would expand the definition of a manufactured home and support multi-story manufactured housing construction. It wo

A report released by the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance says LGBTQ+ members of Gen Z may face greater obstacles than heterosexual peers in building wealth, advancing in their careers and achieving homeownership. The organization, which represents about 3,000 members, released its sixth annual LGBTQ+ Re