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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.
Converted Church With Bell Tower and Pulpit Lists for $225K

A former country church in rural Iowa is offering buyers a rare chance to own a piece of small-town history, complete with a bell tower and pulpit—all for just $225,000. The 2,000-square-foot structure at 394 Prost Ave. in the small, unincorporated community of Rubio was built in 1906 as the Rubio F
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Discovery Channel star Matt Paxton's well-developed knack for discerning treasure from trash has helped countless families cash in while clearing out messy houses on "Filthy Fortunes." Now, the decluttering expert is going on record about whether limited edition vinyl collections, like the ones Tayl
Read More Texas Teacher Raffling Off 100 Acres of Oil and Gas Fields With $1 Million Cash Alternative

Teacher Justin Jones of Austin, TX, has come up with an interesting way to raise money for his family. He's using the U.K.-based platform Raffall to hold a sweepstakes for 100 acres of leased mineral rights in Frio County, TX. "These acres sit over the Eagle Ford Shale and Pearsall Shale formations—
Read MoreAirlines cancel thousands of flights ahead of another monster winter storm

American, Delta, JetBlue, United and others waived change and cancellation fees ahead of another massive winter storm.
Read MoreWeekly pending home sales back to year-over-year growth as we head into spring
Weekly pending home sales, which had shown year-over-year growth up until the late-January snowstorm, got back on track with year-over-year growth again last week. One thing to remember about our weekly pending sales data: it takes about 30-60 days to be reflected in the existing home sales data, so
Read MoreMiami ‘House of Wellness’ Condos Go on Sale—Starting at $400K

A new luxury condominium development in South Florida is bringing zen to busy lifestyles—with the House of Wellness-branded condos officially launching sales in Miami. The new wellness-integrated residential brand is designed to make wellness-driven, high-design urban living more accessible. The com
Read MoreRare Off-Grid, Earth-Sheltered Home Set on 20 Acres in California Is Listed for $899K

A unique off-grid retreat has come on the market in the hills of Southern Humboldt County for $899,000. The handcrafted, earth-sheltered home at 2980 Flat Rock Road in Garberville, CA, sits on 20.44 acres and is designed for self-sufficient living and natural climate control. It's an ideal abode for
Read More‘I Spent $500,000 for My Family’s Underground Bunker in Virginia’

Tim M., who asked that his last name not be used, did his homework before investing $500,000 into a 600-square-foot bunker buried 10 feet deep on his property in Virginia. His biggest hurdle was researching the companies building these personal shelters, of which there are only a handful. Ultimately
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A recently renovated midcentury residence originally designed by architect Rudolph Schindler featuring his iconic butterfly roof has just hit the market for $6,995,000 in Los Angeles. Built in 1946, the four-bedroom home now boasts a modernized 3,549-square-foot interior with standout details, inclu
Read More Midcentury A-Frame Treehouse With Investment Potential Lists Near Lake Gregory for $669K

A custom-built, midcentury A-frame treehouse nestled high above the treetops in Crestline, CA, just hit the market for $669,000. Built in 1963, the eye-popping residence known as Cabin in the Sky is currently being used as a short-term investment property with a successful history. "The current owne
Read MoreWorking Winery With Hollywood Heritage in the Heart of Central California Lists for $7 Million

A historic, turnkey Central California winery, originally established in 1900, is now ripe for the picking. The property was first listed in early 2025, and after an almost $2 million price cut, it's on the market for $6,995,000. The 577.65-acre legacy ranch estate has been used for a variety of idy
Read MoreBest Mountain Towns Where Homes Deliver the Strongest Airbnb Returns

We’re right in the middle of ski season, and while some Americans are tuning in to watch Olympic skiing, others are imagining what it would be like to own a mountain home they could rent out on Airbnb. AirDNA—a firm that compiles and analyzes Vrbo and Airbnb data—recently identified the top 10 mount
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Stepping into the spotlight for the first time, "Selling The OC" star Fiona Belle is opening up about the nerves she felt filming the hit Netflix series—and the unexpected castmate who quickly became “family” along the way. Although the 24-year-old appears confident as she lands multimillion-dollar
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The Sunny Isles Beach City Commission voted in favor of Related Group, Dezer Development and BH Group’s proposed condo tower, despite mounting concerns from neighboring residents and disagreements on the commission. Related, Dezer and BH filed plans for a 62-story, 145-unit condo tower on the site
Read More Mamdani’s ‘Last Resort’ Tax Hike Could Hit Renters Too

In announcing his budget, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani also gave an ultimatum to Albany: Raise taxes on the wealthiest New Yorkers, or he’ll be forced to increase property taxes for everyone. It’s a threat that lands at an especially fraught moment. Across the country, lawmakers are pitching p
Read MoreFlorida House votes to eliminate non-school property taxes on homesteads

The Florida House of Representatives voted to eliminate non-school property taxes on primary residences, in a measure that still requires approval from the state Senate and 60 percent of voters in a November election. The House vote marked the first approval of the proposal following months of deba
Read More‘Priced Out of Paradise’ Explores Martha’s Vineyard’s Growing Housing Divide

Martha's Vineyard, MA, has long been a high-priced enclave, with the median home listing price lingering around a staggering $2,293,412. This sought-after area is marked by strong demand and limited inventory, pushing home prices up. A significant portion of properties are used only seasonally, furt
Read MoreZillow seeks dismissal of consolidated RESPA lawsuit in Seattle

Zillow is seeking to have the consolidated Taylor-Armstrong Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) lawsuit dismissed. The real estate giant filed its motion to dismiss in U.S. District Court in Seattle on Friday. The lawsuit, which was consolidated in early December, began in mid-September,
Read MoreIndustrial heir sells lakefront Palm Beach home for $57M

Ambrose K. Monell, the grandson of a Gilded Age industrialist, sold his lakefront Palm Beach home for $57 million in an off-market deal, marking another high-dollar transaction during the town’s peak real estate season. Records show he and his wife, Lili Monell, sold the house at 635 Crest Road to a
Read MoreJanuary “green shoots” won’t tell homebuilders what July will

If you walked the aisles at this year’s International Builders Show, you could feel it. The vibe wasn’t panic. It wasn’t euphoria. It was something in between – a cautious optimism that maybe, just maybe, the worst is behind us. Traffic anecdotes sounded a little better. Some builders spoke about st
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