Homeowners tapped an estimated $47 billion in equity during the first three months of 2026, according to a new report from Intercontinental Exchange. The June 2026 ICE Mortgage Monitor notes that this is the highest first-quarter withdrawal figure since 2021. Additionally, an estimated 3.9 million h

Homeowners at a townhome complex in Homestead, FL, are taking the developer of the complex to court for allegedly failing to transfer HOA control over to the homeowners. In fact, homeowners in the Villa Portofino East complex—which consists of 117 townhomes—claim that the developer has been in contr

Your backyard barbecues are about to get more expensive than ever before, as beef—a longtime summer staple—is now considered a luxury. Thanks to years of drought conditions that reduced pasture quality and the screwworm outbreak that disrupted cattle in Mexico and the U.S. earlier this year, beef is

A historic Virginia lighthouse that has stood in the same spot for the past 135 years is now being offered up as a truly one-of-a-kind off-grid residence, having undergone an extraordinary renovation that saw the ocean structure transformed into a private retreat. Located in the Chesapeake Bay in Ne

The Cape Cod house has become synonymous with coastal luxury and aspirational waterfront living. But long before it was uplifted as the darling of seaside living, the home design fulfilled a much grittier purpose: serving as a survival shelter to 17th-century colonialists. While the elegant and oh-s

Now that the Iran conflict is behind us and oil prices have fallen significantly, we can hopefully move into the second half of 2026 with less drama for housing. It would be great if the economic backdrop was less like an episode of 24 and more like Saved by the Bell. How did housing hold up with oi

When Serena Ryan and Justin Walsh first had the idea to launch a hostel in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, their goal was twofold: one, to live in an environment they had fallen in love with; and two, to fulfill a vital need in the hiking community. Serena, 37, had been reading a memoir about

A plum waterfront location is one of the most sought-after amenities on the market, particularly when it comes to the beautiful Maine coastline—but finding a home that features a staggering 3,000 feet of private frontage across three sides is almost unheard of. Yet that is exactly what is on offer i

Thousands of Tartan Army members flooded Boston this month for Scotland’s matches against Haiti and Morocco, marking the team’s first World Cup appearance since 1998. ​It's no surprise that Scotland’s passionate fans have left their mark on Boston—quite literally. ​From fans rallying through Fenway

A bizarre new trend has swept across social media in recent months, clogging TikTok and Instagram with time-lapse videos depicting the construction of secret underground bunkers. These clips are generated by artificial intelligence and often feature physically impossible bunker designs. In some case

From concerts to train reservations, automated bots have become the latest target in the fight against ticket scalping.

Reality TV legend and Bravo superstar Andy Cohen is inviting fans inside his stunning Hamptons retreat, offering a glimpse of the beachfront sanctuary where he unwinds, entertains friends, and creates lasting memories with his two children. Cohen, 53, who is primarily based in New York City, opened

Hilaria Baldwin has revealed that she and Alec Baldwin are planning to spend their summers in Spain with their children moving forward—explaining why they have decided to swap their longtime Hamptons estate for a European adventure, even as the property continues to linger on the market. The mother

Palm Springs has long cemented its reputation as California's premier desert playground for the rich and famous, from Marilyn Monroe to Leonardo DiCaprio. But within the midcentury glamour a community of condo owners—mostly retirees on fixed incomes—finds itself locked in an unprecedented battle wit

After an uproar over the price tag and deal terms of a new Fort Lauderdale city hall, a renegotiated agreement with the developer that reduces the cost by over $50 million is coming back for a commission vote.  The city has been working on developing a new city hall for about a year, selecting FTL C

This old house in Palm Beach was demolished last year, and it appreciated $6.2 million. A vacant home lot at 690 Island Drive in Palm Beach sold for $39.2 million, appreciating $6.2 million from its sale a year ago. The 0.84-acre lot was previously home to a lakefront estate owned by home improvemen

Housing experts hunted for signs of progress on the comprehensive housing bill awaiting a presidential sign-off on Friday. President Donald Trump put the landmark 21st Century Road to Housing Act in limbo after he abruptly canceled signing it. The president wants to see Congress pass an unrelated vo

Legislation moving through Congress would increase fees on U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) loans, creating a new flashpoint for the mortgage industry. H.R. 6047, which would expand benefits for severely disabled veterans and survivors, would offset its costs by raising fees. The fee for the

A landmark housing bill successfully cleared Congress this week; however, an unexpected, last-minute signing delay by President Donald Trump has sparked questions regarding the future of the proposal, which aims to boost supply and lower housing costs. The 21st Century Road to Housing Act passed wit

Simon Property Group, one of the largest retail property owners in the country, is joining the wave of mixed-use redevelopments at South Florida malls. The Indianapolis-based company filed plans at the Town Center at Boca Raton to replace the shuttered Sears site with a hotel, multifamily and retail