President Donald Trump has furiously bashed actor George Clooney over his decision to become a French citizen—while also criticizing the European country's "horrendous handling of immigration." Trump, 79, took to his social media platform Truth Social to address the news that Clooney, 64, and his wi

Zillow’s 2025 Consumer Housing Trends Report for Agents shows that more than one-third (36%) of home sellers now find their agents online, a sharp increase from just 15% in 2018. Among buyers, 33% said online research played a significant role in selecting an agent. At the same time, repeat buyers n

With the new year came a new move from the Trump administration concerning tariffs that will have a direct impact on the home building and renovation industry.  President Donald Trump and the White House announced Dec. 31 that the administration is holding off tariff increases on timber, furniture,

Mortgage rates this week for a 30-year fixed loan decreased to 6.15%, down from 6.18% last week. This marks the lowest mortgage rate for 2025. For perspective, rates averaged 6.91% during the same period in 2024. So how does this affect your monthly mortgage payment? And what does it mean for homebu

Airlines are continuing their focus on premium travelers, adding lounges, new first-class cabins and other perks for customers willing to spend more to fly.

There’s a good reason buyers tend to hyperfixate on their monthly mortgage payment: It’s often the number standing between them and the keys to their new home. But fast-forward a year or a decade, and many are shocked by what comes next: a leaking roof, a surprise insurance hike, or a much higher ta

“The Court accepts as true all of the well-pleaded facts in the Complaint and draws all reasonable inferences in favor of Plaintiffs.” So said U.S. District Judge Franklin Valderrama on 12.4.2025. According to Reuters: “A group of companies that lease land for mobile homes has convinced a federal ju

Manually updating spreadsheets. Dealing with paper jams in the printer. Remember what office life was like in 2005? If you’re feeling nostalgic, you can find many of the same practices still in place in the investor’s reporting offices of loan servicers today.  But why haven’t these offices evolved

If one of your resolutions for 2026 is to get yourself in position to become a first-time homebuyer, the time to get started is now.  Don’t let the calendar fool you: 12 months to get mortgage-ready may sound like a long time, but buying a home is one of the biggest financial moves you’ll ever make,

The baby boom is credited with building American housing today as we know it. And now, amid an affordability crisis that has pushed the age of a typical first-time buyer to an all-time high of 40, the housing market might be shaping the population of babies. In what’s come to be known as America’s b

A delectable slice of life in the Swiss Alps has been brought to Southern California in the form of an elegant Scandinavian-inspired mountain cabin that is offering one lucky buyer the chance to snap up both a rural paradise and a lucrative business investment. Tucked away in Big Bear City, one of S

The sweet life takes on a whole new meaning at a newly listed 10-acre Vermont estate—where a disused maple sugar shack has been given a new lease on life as a stunning family retreat. The compound in Andover, VT, was originally designed to serve as the venue for a family-run maple sugar business, bu

Along Gulf Shore Boulevard, opportunities for something new are increasingly rare. Defined by established homes and a coastline long spoken for, this stretch of Naples tends to change slowly. That’s what makes the recent opening of the 2020 Gulf Shore Sales Gallery at Charleston Square feel quietly

The end to veteran homelessness in Collier County is near. On Nov. 7, Warrior Homes of Collier held our annual Hope and Honor Gala at the Naples Yacht Club. This event was more than a fundraiser; it was a celebration of resilience and a testament to what is possible when a community comes together.

What purpose does artwork serve, besides just adding an accent of color, in an otherwise drab environment that we live in? As I sit here in this gallery surrounded by a variety of artwork, I feel happy and content. I scan from painting to painting and see various styles and interpretations of water

As I look forward to 2026 it is with a great deal of excitement. Our beloved City of Naples is a wonderful place to be whether it’s year-round or during our famous Season. It is also the time of year that families get together enjoying one another’s company, reminiscing and sharing what they anticip

If you’ve noticed more e-bikes cruising around Collier County lately, you’re not alone. Electric powered bicycles are becoming a common sight on our roads and sidewalks. They’re a fast and convenient way to get around. And as e-bike use increases, so does the need for awareness and safety. That’s es

As we close the chapter on 2025, the nation is turning its eyes toward 2026 and the once-in a-lifetime celebration of America’s 250th birthday—the Semiquincentennial of the Declaration of Independence. Donald Trump established Task Force 250 to plan a spectacular nationwide commemoration on July 4,

As a long-term resident of Naples (31 years), I’ve learned to take the city’s growth and associated changes in stride. While much has changed, some constants remain, such as the ever-growing traffic problem, which has always been an annoyance. (Anyone else remember when Exit 105 on 75 didn’t even ex

As the new year begins, many of us feel compelled to set resolutions – to eat healthier, get organized or finally start that project we’ve been putting off. But what if instead of focusing on what we want to do, we focused on how we want to live? January is National Be on Purpose Month, […] The post