Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are rolling out a new set of rules aimed at making condos safer. But they come with some extra caveats that would-be condo owners ought to know. This week, the Federal Housing Finance Agency enacted a set of rules announced in March that change insurance requirements for c

A $2,400-a-month apartment listing in Los Angeles went viral after advertising a full kitchen but not allowing a stove.  Reddit users questioned how renters were expected to cook in this unit. And critics pointed out that the rule could conflict with California Assembly Bill 628, which requires most

Actress Aubrey Plaza will hopefully have one less thing to worry about before the arrival of her first child—having finally secured a buyer for her Los Angeles home, nearly one year after she put it on the market for $6.5 million. Plaza, 42, who is currently pregnant with her first child with partne

A Branson, MO, homeowners association is suing its former president and her husband, claiming the pair improperly spent more than $30,000 of the association's money on their own condo repairs. The lawsuit, filed by the Woodlands Property Owners Association in Taney County Circuit Court last month, a

Florida’s sweeping property tax proposal can't appear on the November ballot with its current title and summary, a judge ruled late on Monday. Leon County Circuit Judge David Frank declared the language “clearly and conclusively defective,” describing the title—“Save Our Homes From Excessive Propert

NFL star Bijan Robinson has officially become the league's highest-paid running back in history after securing a three-year contract extension with the Atlanta Falcons that is reported to be worth a staggering $75 million. Robinson, 24, has now overtaken Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkl

Winter is available for adoption at the Main Shelter. Photo courtesy of Patty Baker Humane Society Naples The Patty Baker Humane Society Naples (PBHSN) will invite dog lovers to celebrate National Spoil Your Dog Day on August 10 by treating an adoptable dog to a special day out or a relaxing night i

The lounge at Tulia Italian Steak. Fresh from his starring role as Jean Valjean The Naples Players’ staging of Les Misérables, Peter Caporal is bringing the timeless music of the great crooners to the lounge at Tulia Italian Steak every Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. Peter Caporal Guests can enjoy happy h

Driven by gains in the Northeast and Midwest, 80% of U.S. metros saw annual home price increases this spring, marking a meaningful acceleration from the start of the year. Median sale prices for existing single-family homes rose year over year in 188 out of the 235 markets tracked by the National As

As more older Americans age with low-rate mortgages still attached to their homes, some heirs report servicing delays and refinance pressure are putting their inheritance at risk. After their mother died, one heir said the 2.7% mortgage attached to the house was what made it worth fighting to keep.

A recently completed tropical mansion with nearly every over-the-top amenity imaginable, including a boat dock, 14-seat theater, bar, lounge, and two kitchens, has just hit the market in Coral Gables, FL, for a jaw-dropping $78 million. Built in 2025, the luxurious eight-bedroom estate designed by a

“I can’t remember the last commercial real estate acquisition I financed with only 20% down.” Not because banks suddenly became dramatically more conservative. Not because buyers became more risk-averse. The math simply no longer works. As an investor, commercial real estate broker, property manager

Earlier this month, landmark housing legislation became law, marking the most significant federal housing reform in decades. The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act rightly seeks to lower the cost of housing by building more homes and expanding access to financing. The next challenge is ensuring those

Foreclosure auction volume increased 23% in the second quarter of 2026 compared to a year ago, matching a six-year high from the previous quarter and the sixth consecutive quarter with an annual increase.  Meanwhile, auction sellers — mostly mortgage servicers, banks and government agencies — lowere

A "million-dollar home" used to conjure up images of a grand mansion with marble staircases. But these days, that seven-figure listing might well be a modest bungalow. A new report from the National Association of Realtors® found that 8% of all owner-occupied homes—around 6.9 million homes in total—

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is putting cities on notice that stalling housing development could mean losing tax revenue. In comments at a press event in Round Rock, the Republican governor took aim at local restrictions that stymie new development, such as one North Texas suburb's requirement that new ap

Jeff Bezos has cemented his standing as one of the wealthiest individuals in history—with a personal net worth hovering around $200 billion, and buoyed by Amazon's relentless valuation growth. On Aug. 2, Amazon shares ascended past the $3 trillion market cap milestone. The new record is the best day

Related Ross is moving forward with plans to bring a second hotel to the Palm Beach County Convention Center.  The development firm, led by billionaire Steve Ross, is seeking a sale-leaseback deal with Palm Beach County, which would allow for the development of a 400-room Hilton Curio on the 1.8-acr

Jim D’Amico, chairman of the board of Brands by Integra, has joined Central Florida luxury brokerage Corcoran Premier Realty as a part owner, the company announced Monday.  Corcoran Premier Realty is a franchisee of The Corcoran Group, held under parent company Compass International Holdings, and op

Walmart is setting up shop in Palm Beach County’s Westlake community, answering retail and grocery demand in one of the state’s fastest-growing areas.  Coconut Creek-based developer Minto Communities USA sold a 24-acre parcel to the retail giant for a 189,000-square-foot Walmart Supercenter, accordi