There is nothing quite like a historic home with a storied past that tells the tale of its former life, so it’s no surprise that… Read More »Reused and Recycled! 5 Buildings Reimagined as Stunning Homes—From an Abandoned Church to an Old Auto Garage
Selling a second home can come with an unexpected tax burden. It doesn’t matter if it’s an inherited ramshackle cabin, a luxury vacation retreat, or… Read More »Selling a Second Home? Here’s How To Cut or Avoid Capital Gains Tax
It’s never been more important for retirees to understand their financial situation, especially if they’re homeowners. From the hidden equity tax to the new senior… Read More »New IRS Retirement Rules Could Shake Up Homeowners’ Nest Eggs Under SECURE 2.0 Act
Many pro athletes create private compounds with impressive sports facilities. However, this prized property in the hills of Santa Barbara has produced A-grade athletes and… Read More »Sprawling Sporty Spread Owned by Former NFL Star Mick Luckhurst Is Ready To Kick Off on the Santa Barbara Market for $6 Million
When you buy or sell a home, the close of escrow is one of the most important steps in the process. It’s the point when… Read More »What Is “Close of Escrow”? Timeline, Process, and What To Expect
A former NASA scientist has pleaded guilty to mortgage fraud after fabricating income records to finance the purchase of an $850,000 luxury home in Texas.… Read More »NASA Scientist Convicted of Mortgage Fraud After Fabricating Pay Stubs To Buy $850K Luxury Home and Defaulting on the Loans
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, is taking bold steps to halt more million-dollar homes from sliding toward the ocean. The city, 30 miles south of Los… Read More »California City Takes Steps To Stop Million-Dollar Homes From Sliding Into the Pacific Ocean
The Old Farmer’s Almanac has released its Fall 2025 outlook, and New England is gearing up for a cooler, drier season. For Windham, Maine, that… Read More »Windham, ME Homeowners Can Expect a Cool and Dry Fall, Says The Old Farmer’s Almanac
Financial educator JL Collins—known as the “Godfather of Financial Independence”—is advising millennials and younger generations to rent instead of buy a home. In a recent conversation… Read More »The ‘Godfather of Financial Independence’ Calls Buying a House a ‘Silly’ Investment for Young People. He’s Wrong.
Home prices flatlined last week as the growth of the nation’s housing inventory continued slowing due to waning buying demand, but the Federal Reserve’s interest… Read More »Fed Rate Cut Offers Hope as Home Prices Stall and Inventory Growth Slows