Like many of us, you may think of Naples as a place where every child is safe and carefree. However, I learned the sobering truth behind the large bright blue pinwheel displays at Lowdermilk Park in the past, from a moving Collier Child Advocacy Center (CACC) presentation I heard at Baker Park recen

What It Means to Be a Certified Autism Center™ For many families, a trip to the dentist is a routine part of keeping children healthy. But for autistic and sensory-sensitive children, even a simple checkup can feel overwhelming. Bright lights, unfamiliar textures, loud tools, and new faces can quick

Dual enrollment programs, which allow high school students to earn both college and high school credits simultaneously, offer significant cost advantages and can have a tremendous impact on the overall momentum of a student’s educational journey. The concept of dual enrollment initially emerged in t

The market has recognized what 2020 Gulf Shore represents, and buyers are acting. Two residences are now under contract at the boutique Gulf Shore Boulevard community, including Residence 401 West, a penthouse with direct Gulf views, and Residence 202 East, overlooking the bay and private boat docks

Rental cabins are having a moment. Much of the buzz traces back to the lake cottage featured on "Heated Rivalry," which captured viewers' imaginations and will soon be listed on Airbnb. Aaron Christy, founder of Indy Roof and Restoration, built three cabins in Norman, IN, in the middle of the woods.

Spring is right around the corner and mortgage rates are already under 6%, but now we have a new variable: war with Iran. Now the question is whether the conflict in Iran will send rates lower or higher before the seasonal push in housing comes.  Last week was already interesting as the 10-year yiel

Airlines canceled more than 1,800 flights in and out of Middle East countries on Saturday, according to aviation data firm Cirium.

For millions of people living with dementia, quality of life often takes a drastic turn downward. But it doesn't have to be that way. Agrace Hospice is planning a new village to be built in Madison, WI, that will house dementia patients in a "Main Street USA" setting. "We'll restore a sense of auton

A distinguished Greek Revival landmark property in Savannah, GA, that boasts a rich 171-year history—including ties to A-list actress Julia Roberts and acclaimed author Flannery O'Connor—has hit the market for $4.95 million. Completed in 1855, the stately residence at 211 East Charlton St. overlooks

As March arrives, so does peak homebuying season. With mortgage rates at a record low—dropping slightly below 6%—this spring is poised to be the perfect time to make an offer. “The weather isn't the only thing that warms up come spring. March is really when things start to come back to life in the r

It's nigh on impossible to actually live the kind of fairy-tale life depicted in Disney's iconic movies—yet one stunning mansion inside Walt Disney World's infamously exclusive Golden Oak community will give one cartoon lover the chance to take one step closer to true magic. Golden Oak is a luxury r

Through hard work and dedication, Kendal Vickers got the chance to live out a dream shared by countless kids, through a seven-year career playing in the NFL. The 6-foot-3 defensive tackle carved out a pro career in one of the toughest roles in sports, suiting up for the Las Vegas Raiders from 2020 t

The math on homeownership doesn't work in a lot of American cities anymore for many would-be homebuyers. Between high interest rates and a national median hovering around $399,900, homebuyers who refuse to be priced out are getting creative—and getting geographic. Realtor.com® identified 10 metros w

Federal prosecutors in New York are moving to drop some criminal counts against the Alexander brothers—two of them prominent ultra-luxury real estate agents—in their sex trafficking trial, citing concerns over suspected witness intimidation. "We don't plan to proceed to the jury with counts 6 and 7,

Mortgage rates have fallen below 6% for the first time in more than two years—a psychological and financial milestone that could begin to thaw a housing market frozen by a prolonged high-rate era. The average rate dipped to 5.98% this week, its lowest level since September 2022. For buyers, that dro

Just months after loanDepot‘s Alex Madonna was named to a new role to focus on emerging technology, artificial intelligence and modern sales structures, it was announced that he’s departing the company. Madonna, who was most recently loanDepot’s executive vice president of direct lending and spent 1

The National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association (NRMLA) this week sent a letter to a New Jersey lawmaker, stating its opposition to a legislative proposal tied to reverse mortgage counseling requirements in the Garden State. The letter is addressed to state Sen. Shirley Turner (D), the sponsor of

Thinking about selling your house? While many home sellers wait until spring to put their property on the market, experts say there are advantages to listing sooner rather than later—especially this year. Alex Platt, a real estate broker in South Florida, says that last year, he advised many clients

At the Mortgage Bankers Association’s Servicing Solutions Conference & Expo 2026 in Dallas, Tavant unveiled its TOUCHLESS Servicing Portal and embedded artificial intelligence (AI) agent MAYA — expanding its platform beyond loan origination and into post-close servicing. The new portal unifies appli

Miami’s latest nine-figure listing to hit the market this season is the 1.6-acre waterfront estate neighboring Ken Griffin in Coconut Grove. Four years after the billionaire Citadel founder bought the bayfront compound for $106.9 million, his neighbors are looking to beat that price for their home a