Millionaire businessman Don Vaccaro snapped up a multimillion-dollar house on the upscale island of Nantucket, MA, for the bargain price of $200,000—but just six months later, it was condemned and torn down as erosion continues to eat up the coastline. Vaccaro and his family got to enjoy the three-bedroom, two-bath, 1,783-square-foot beachfront home at 28Read …
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are once again facing furious criticism from their fellow Montecito CA, residents—who reportedly view the Sussexes as “local villains” and blame them for driving up housing prices in the tony California enclave. Harry, 40, and Meghan, 43, have been living in a $14.65 million mansion in the popular neighborhood sinceRead …
Los Angeles has been devastated by the recent wildfires, which have spanned about 63 square miles and destroyed more than 15,000 homes, businesses, and other structures so far. Thousands of people have been displaced and are scrambling to find temporary housing. And now, even as new fires are breaking out across the area, thousands ofRead …
Naomi Watts has opened up about the “terrifying” few weeks she spent in Los Angeles amid the California wildfires, revealing how she ended up alone inside her $6 million Brentwood mansion after her husband, Billy Crudup, flew back to New York shortly before the deadly blazes broke out. The 56-year-old “Birdman” star has admitted sheRead …
Our research team releases monthly housing trends reports These regular reports break down inventory metrics like the number of active listings and the pace of the market. In addition, we continue to give readers more timely weekly updates, an effort that began in response to the rapid changes in the economy and housing. Generally, youRead …
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If you’ve ever wondered why so many home listings don’t include floor plans, you’re not alone. It’s a topic that’s come up repeatedly on Reddit, where would-be homebuyers lament the lack of transparency in some listings. A recent decision by New Mexico’s Multiple Listing Service is set to change that. The state’s MLS announced thatRead …
President Donald Trump is set to visit the areas around Los Angeles destroyed by wildfires, even as some question whether his signature policies on tariffs and immigration could hamper the rebuilding effort. The Republican’s visit to deep-blue California in the wake of the disaster sets the stage for possible political tension—but also offers up theRead …
An extreme and historic winter storm is bringing frigid temperatures and snow to American cities that rarely experience these types of weather events. Several states, including Georgia, Alabama, Texas, and Florida, have declared states of emergencies, CNN reports. In fact, parts of Florida are expecting up to 6 inches of snow, while the lack ofRead …
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With the polar vortex and arctic blast hitting most of the country this week, people are looking for ways to warm up and keep the chill out. If you don’t have a furnace to heat your home, it’s more than likely you have a heat pump—an energy efficient alternative that has become popular in recentlyRead …
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“Celebrity Jeopardy!” host Ken Jennings has hit his stride as the game show’s leading star—as he prepares to round out his second season as the host of the his series. The 50-year-old host took over the role on the celebrity-focused spinoff of the long-running game show in 2023, when he replaced former host Mayim BialikRead …
