HBO Max's "Heated Rivalry" has sparked a firestorm of intrigue, amassing a legion of fans who have been captivated by the magnetic romance between rival hockey players Ilya Rozanov and Shane Hollander. Reviewers have lauded the six-episode series, which stars Hudson Williams as Shane and Connor Stor

More than a quarter (27%) of college graduates with student loans say their debt delayed homeownership by an average of 10 years, according to a new survey. And now, with a sweeping overhaul of federal repayment options scheduled to begin on July 1, 2026, student-loan advocates warn the lost decade

HGTV star Heather Rae El Moussa has given fans a glimpse inside her and husband Tarek El Moussa's sprawling new Newport Beach, CA, mansion while sharing some candid photos from a fun-filled "girls' night" with her "Flip Off" co-star Christina Haack. Heather, 38, who wed Tarek, 44, in 2021, three yea

Billionaire Jeffrey Soffer’s plan to add cabanas and waterslides at his iconic Fontainebleau Miami Beach resort could be swept away next month. Two city elected officials, including Mayor Steven Meiner, joined a grassroots coalition of residents, activists and preservationists in opposing Soffer’s c

A new proposal from Iowa House Democrats could send homeowners $1,000 checks, freeze property taxes for seniors, and cap future increases at 4% per year. It’s part of an overhauled effort to make the state’s property tax system feel less punishing, especially as Iowans face some of the highest effec

Despite initial estimates calling for a summer or even fall 2026 close for the Compass–Anywhere merger, the two companies have indicated the transaction could close as soon as this Friday.  This news came after shareholders at both firms overwhelmingly voted to approve the merger at special meetings

President Donald Trump said Thursday that he is directing representatives at the government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) to purchase $200 billion in mortgage-backed securities (MBS), a move he said is intended to bring mortgage rates down. “Because I chose not to sell Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in m

President Donald Trump is "instructing" the federal government to purchase $200 billion in mortgage bonds in a move that he vows will "drive rates down" and "make the cost of owning a home more affordable." Trump, 79, issued the announcement in a post shared on his Truth Social account, in which he

Getting pre-approved for a mortgage in 2026 might feel like finally catching a break. After years of elevated rates keeping you on the sidelines, borrowing costs are coming down, with Realtor.com®  forecasting an average mortgage rate of 6.3% this year. If you’ve been diligent about saving, keeping

With $6 trillion changing hands from older generations to younger ones in 2025, many with newly inherited funds are running to their nearest real estate agent. While those lucky enough to inherit significant wealth from their family can have their pick of investment vehicles, there is a healthy dema

A new analysis from the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College finds that nearly all retirees face surprise costs each year — from roof repairs to dental work — and a large share lack the cash to absorb even one year of these expenses. The result can be financial stress, forced asset sales

The president of Market America Worldwide and Shop.com is trading up from an Edgewater unit to a much pricier condo in Miami Beach. Marc Ashley and his wife, Maria, paid $14.3 million for unit 3002 at the Bath Club Residences at 5959 Collins Avenue. Property records show Scott and Laura Gilbert sold

Toll Brothers announced on Wednesday that Karl Mistry will be the company’s next CEO, replacing Doug Yearley, who will transition to the role of Executive Chairman of the Board on March 30.  Mistry will take the helm at a time when Toll Brothers is leaning on its resilient, high-income buyers to nav

Venezuelan oil executive Alain J. Viergutz listed his waterfront mansion in Key Biscayne for $19.8 million, three days after U.S. Army Delta Force commandos captured President Nicolás Maduro and his wife in a night raid.  Viergutz tapped One Sotheby’s International Realty agent Lucia Marin to list h

A dream home in a dream neighborhood might seem out of reach these days, but some homes in highly desirable, expensive neighborhoods can still sell for less than the asking price. And experts say that there are ways to spot those opportunities without sabotaging buyers’ chances. In 2026, Realtor.com

The Jorgenson Group, a Round Rock, Texas–based real estate team led by founder Kasey Jorgenson, has officially launched Jorgenson Real Estate as an independent brokerage — ending a 16-year run operating within Keller Williams. The move became public this week and marks a new chapter for a team that

King Charles is set to transform one of the British royal family's sprawling properties into a high-end wedding venue—splashing out $8.7 million on the project, which will see the 300-year-old property expanded to accommodate a host of luxury events. Charles, 77, unveiled his plans for the future of

Homeowners in three Maine cities are being offered up to $10,000 to build an accessory dwelling unit, to expand housing in the state’s midcoast region. The ADU Boost Pilot Program aims to build more housing units in these areas to address Maine’s housing shortage. "We are piloting the program in the

For the past five-plus years up to this very day, an 800-lb gorilla takes a seat at the table at every meeting in every Taylor Morrison conference room in every one of the organization’s offices. From its Scottsdale, AZ headquarters, to its three national operating regions, to its divisional hubs in

MeridianLink and Optimal Blue announced Wednesday that they’ve reached an agreement to integrate their technology platforms, with the joint solution expected to be available to customers in early 2026.  Under the partnership, mortgage users of MeridianLink’s loan origination system will gain access