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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.
How To Meet the Neighbors Before Buying a House—and Why It’s So Important

Only you can decide whether a home is worth the investment, but one way to know for sure is to get to know the neighborhood you're buying into. And the best way to get to know the neighborhood is to get to know your neighbors. “I always encourage my buyers to speak to anyone they see near the proper
Read MoreAddy AI integrates with ICE Encompass for loan officer workflows

Addy AI, a loan officer workflow platform, announced this week a partnership with ICE Mortgage Technology to integrate with the Encompass loan origination system. The integration, which aims to help loan officers spend less time reading PDFs, chasing documents and interpreting findings, is designed
Read More$22 Million Historic Beacon Hill Townhome Sale Sets Boston Record

A Boston townhome in the tony neighborhood of Beacon Hill has sold—setting a record for a single-family home sale in the city, according to Boston.com. The $22 million property at 46 Chestnut St. was just listed on Jan. 23, according to Realtor.com® data. The townhome dates to 1825 and has six bedro
Read MoreTrump Takes Aim at AI Data Centers Over Rising Energy Costs, Shares His Pledge To Protect Customers

Data centers didn't escape the conversation at the State of the Union on Tuesday night. President Donald Trump addressed the influx of AI data centers being built across the U.S. "Many Americans are also concerned that energy demand from AI data centers could unfairly drive up their electric utility
Read MoreNortheast gains leverage as Sun Belt markets slow

The U.S. housing market is entering spring with improving demand and rising supply, but the balance of power is shifting at the metro level. Weekly pending home sales returned to year-over-year growth at 59,283, up from 56,693 during the same week last year. New listings increased to 60,428, compare
Read MoreAmerican Luxe: Cadillac Escalade Platinum

2026 Escalade Platinum Sport 4WD. Photo by Howard Walker “Cadillac grills, Cadillac mills, check out the oil my Cadillac spills.” So goes the profound opening riff on rapper Ludacris’ year-2000 hit “Southern Hospitality.” The track is all about the Luda’s love affair with his shiny-black ‘Slade with
Read MoreAffordability Fears Shake the Housing Market as Home Depot Sees Spending Slowdown

Affordability has become the buzzword on the political scene amid growing concerns over the economy and the housing market. Home improvement retailers such as Home Depot are also feeling the pain, as customer demand remains lackluster. The company reported its fourth-quarter earnings on Feb. 24, wit
Read MoreRetirement planning faces longevity risk as Americans live longer

Advancements in health care mean that Americans are living longer than ever. Data from the National Center for Health Statistics shows that U.S. residents born in 2024 have an average life expectancy of 79, an increase of more than six months compared to 2023. While a longer life span is positive ne
Read MoreEichners launch wellness-focused North Miami condos after $49M buyout

Ian Bruce Eichner and his daughter Allie Eichner are launching a wellness-focused condo on the waterfront North Miami site where they completed a $48.5 million bulk buyout this fall. The planned 12000 Sport & Wellness Waterfront Residences is slated for the site at 12000 North Bayshore Drive in Nort
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President Donald Trump touched on housing affordability only briefly in his State of the Union address, but his comments are drawing skepticism. In his speech on Tuesday night, Trump reiterated his view that lower mortgage rates can solve the housing crisis by making homes simultaneously more afford
Read More Honor National Parks at the Big Cypress Celebration

The Alliance for Florida’s National Parks will host its annual Big Cypress Celebration in Ochopee February 28. Photo courtesy of The Alliance for Florida’s National Parks The Alliance for Florida’s National Parks will host its annual Big Cypress Celebration at the Burns Lake Campground in Ochopee Fe
Read MoreHomes.com metrics climb as CoStar profit slides in 2025

Despite recording the 59th consecutive quarter of double-digit revenue growth during the fourth quarter of 2025, with revenue jumping 27% to $900 million, CoStar Group’s financial results may not have been as strong as many expected given the firm’s recent rhetoric about how well the company is perf
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Proud new mom Alyssa Farah Griffin has shared a glimpse into her life as a mother of one, revealing a heartwarming image of herself and husband Justin Griffin bonding with their newborn son, Justin Jr., inside their suburban "forever home." Alyssa, 36, and Justin, 37, welcomed their baby boy on Feb.
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The weather outside was indeed frightful in the final week of February. Across the East Coast, from Boston to the Jersey Shore, homeowners woke up to mountains of snow piled against their front doors. Literally. Social media quickly filled with photos showing just how much snow had accumulated outsi
Read More NCH First in Florida to Activate New Implantable Therapy for Sleep Apnea

Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) has become the first healthcare system in Florida to activate a new implantable therapy designed to treat obstructive sleep apnea, marking a significant milestone for patients who struggle with traditional treatments such as CPAP. The therapy, known as GENIO, uses g
Read MoreMake Time for Art this March at Naples Art District

Tour Richard Rosen’s studio. Photo courtesy of Naples Art District Art After Dark On March 4, discover the Naples Art District, meet artists in their studio settings, find original art, and watch artwork come to life. Light refreshments are provided and the event is free to attend. A Zebra That Can
Read MoreImmocorp, Hong Kong investor supersize West Palm condo buyout bids to $430M

Immocorp Capital is upping the ante on its bid to buy out a waterfront condo building, and it brought in reinforcements. BEKO Equities, a newly formed joint venture between Gilbert Benhamou’s Miami-based Immocorp and Hong Kong-based alternative asset manager O.D. Kobo, wants to purchase a pair of W
Read MoreDisney On Ice Brings Magic to Fort Myers

Sail away with Moana and bravely encounter the fiery wrath of Te Ka in Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party. Photo courtesy of Disney On Ice Feel the magic as Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party skates through Hertz Arena in Fort Myers from March 12-15. Through compelling storytelli
Read MoreBerritto expands into Boca Raton with $93M portfolio buy

Berritto Family Office expanded its South Florida holdings by acquiring a Boca Raton mixed-use portfolio for $92.7 million. Affiliates of Fort Lauderdale-based Berritto, led by CEO Anthony Berritto, acquired three office and retail properties from Weston-based Titan General Partners, led by James Ca
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One of Nancy Guthrie's Arizona neighbors has revealed that she saw a suspicious man walking near the missing 84-year-old's home around two weeks before her disappearance—revealing that she immediately noticed elements about his demeanor that raised red flags. Speaking to Fox News Digital, Aldine Mei
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