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Real Estate
Can Owners Sell a Luxury Home in Los Angeles Quickly? Homes Are Now Taking Much Longer to Sell
Supply was tighter and sales were higher in Los Angeles County in August than a year earlier, yet the median time to sell a single-family home lengthened, according to the California Association of Realtors.
By Market Realist TeamOct. 22 2026, Published 1:23 p.m. ET
Real Estate
5 Signs It May Be Time to Expand Your Rental Property Portfolio
Adding extra properties can give you more passive income, allow you to better diversify your investments, and improve your financial position in general.
By Market Realist TeamJuly 6 2026, Published 11:53 a.m. ET

Real Estate
11 Ways to Verify a Real Estate Agent’s Reputation Online
Verifying a real estate agent’s reputation online isn’t about finding the highest rating—it’s about understanding the full picture.
By Market Realist TeamJune 30 2026, Published 7:00 p.m. ET
Real Estate
Why Unexpected Appliance Repairs Derail Household Budgets
How unexpected expenditures can do serious damage to your household budget, and why a home warranty can be the critical differentiating factor.
By Market Realist TeamJune 5 2026, Published 11:38 a.m. ET
Real Estate
How Home Warranties Could Help Homeowners Save Money on Home Repairs
With prices for home repairs and appliance replacements continuing to rise, homeowners should consider ways to mitigate costly surprises.
By Market Realist TeamJune 4 2026, Published 4:28 p.m. ET
Real Estate
How to Rebuild Wealth from Ground Zero: Tune in for Lessons From Property Investor Samuel Leeds Who Actually Did It
In the upcoming online webinar, Samuel Leeds breaks down all the key strategies you can use to build wealth with property in 2026.
By Market Realist TeamApril 13 2026, Published 2:55 p.m. ET
News
Forget Hiring a Realtor — This Guy Used ChatGPT to Sell His House
A Florida homeowner decided he wanted to sell his home and used ChatGPT to help him with the entire process rather than hiring a realtor.
By Jennifer FarringtonApril 1 2026, Published 2:26 p.m. ET
Real Estate
Buying Property in Dubai vs. U.S. Cities: What Investors Should Compare
Compare buying property in Dubai vs U.S. cities. Explore prices, rental yields, taxes, financing, and ROI to help real estate investors make informed decisions.
By Market Realist TeamJan. 5 2026, Published 9:37 a.m. ET
Real Estate
Boost Your Rental Income with Smarter Marketing
If you’re a property owner wanting to boost profits, adopting the right approach to marketing will help you minimize vacancies, attract good tenants, and get premium rents.
By Market Realist TeamApril 14 2025, Published 1:30 p.m. ET
Real Estate
New Year, New Tools: How PropTech Is Redefining Real Estate Opportunities
PropTech is revolutionizing the real estate industry from simplifying property valuation to adding efficiency and transparency.
By Market Realist TeamJan. 15 2025, Published 2:24 p.m. ET
Real Estate
Bernie Madoff's Infamous Playground — Discover Who Owns the Lipstick Building
Who owns the Lipstick Building, known for its role in the Bernie Madoff Ponzi scheme? Here's what we know about the midtown building and who owns it.
By Kathryn UnderwoodMay 18 2023, Updated 10:43 a.m. ET
Real Estate
Ready to Break into Real Estate? 7 Ways to House Hack With an FHA Loan
If you're hoping to break into real estate and looking for a little extra income, you should house hack. Keep reading for seven FHA loan hacks.
By Kate ZuritskyMay 17 2023, Published 12:02 a.m. ET
Real Estate
Step Inside the Stunning Montecito Home From Harry and Meghan's Netflix Show
The iconic Montecito house featured in the Netflix documentary 'Harry & Meghan' is up for sale. Here's how much the Montecito house is worth.
By Jennifer FarringtonMay 9 2023, Updated 1:09 p.m. ET
Personal Finance
How House Hacking Could Help You Save and Make a Lot of Money
What is house hacking? People use house hacking to make homeownership more affordable and pay off mortgages faster. Here's what we know.
By Kathryn UnderwoodMay 8 2023, Published 12:48 p.m. ET
Real Estate
Are Realtors Good at Making Money, but Bad at Keeping it? TikTok Weighs in
Is it true that realtors are good at making money but bad at keeping it? A TikToker discusses a family's financial disaster, which has got people talking.
By Kate ZuritskyMay 8 2023, Published 10:40 a.m. ET
Real Estate
What Is a Tax Deed? Unlock the Door to Discounted Real Estate Gems
You may be able to buy a house at a bargain through a tax deed. What is a tax deed and how can it help you purchase a home? Let's get into it.
By Danielle LetenyeiMay 2 2023, Updated 12:26 p.m. ET
Real Estate
The Ugly Crypto House Finally Sold — Details on Buyer and Price
The ugly crypto home is located at 12021 Crewe Street in North Hollywood. It was on the market up until March 2023. Who bought the ugly crypto house?
By Kathryn UnderwoodMay 1 2023, Updated 3:58 p.m. ET
Real Estate
Disney World Unveils Revised Plan for Affordable Housing Development
Disney World plans to build a 1,400 unit affordable living community on 80 acres in its special district. Here are some details about the development.
By Danielle LetenyeiApril 21 2023, Published 8:48 a.m. ET
Real Estate
Rihanna Scoops Up Matthew Perry’s ‘Mansion in the Sky'— Take a Look Inside
Rihanna is the new owner of Matthew Perry's 'Mansion in the Sky' in L.A.'s The Century condominium. Keep reading for more on this luxury penthouse.
By Kate ZuritskyApril 20 2023, Published 3:55 p.m. ET
Real Estate
Want Prorated Rent To Be Applied? Here's What to Know
It's important to know what prorated rent is especially if you just found the perfect place. Here's how it works and may impact your moving process.
By Anya BinxApril 18 2023, Published 1:59 p.m. ET
Real Estate
How Much Are Tiny Homes Really Worth? Boom Amid Inflation
With inflation and higher prices when buying a home, many people are choosing to live in tiny homes. How much are tiny homes really worth?
By Danielle LetenyeiApril 17 2023, Updated 6:31 p.m. ET
Personal Finance
How Much Does It Cost to Flip a House? HGTV Makes It Looks Easy
If HGTV is your favorite channel and you've spent a lot of time watching people flip homes, you may wonder how much does it cost to flip a house?
By Kate ZuritskyApril 5 2023, Published 9:15 a.m. ET
Personal Finance
If You Got a Text Message Asking to Buy Your House, It's Likely a Scam
The real estate market may have cooled a little, but if you received a text message asking to buy your house, you may want to investigate.
By Kate ZuritskyApril 4 2023, Updated 3:58 p.m. ET
Real Estate
Here Are 5 Tips for Moving Back in With Your Parents
Amid the higher cost of living, many people are having to reconsider their living arrangements. Here are tips for moving back in with your parents.
By Anya BinxApril 4 2023, Published 8:31 a.m. ET
Personal Finance
How to Start an Airbnb and Turn Extra Space Into Steady Income
If you have an apartment or house that you'd like to rent out for extra cash, you may want to look into how to start an Airbnb business.
By Kate ZuritskyMarch 30 2023, Published 2:14 p.m. ET
Real Estate
If You Plan to Sell a House Without a Realtor, Consider These 6 Tips
If you need to sell your house, you might want to skip hiring a realtor and save money. Here are tips for selling a house without a realtor.
By Anya BinxMarch 29 2023, Published 4:43 p.m. ET
Personal Finance
Renting Storage Units Can Be Expensive — Are They Worth It?
Clutter can be overwhelming and if you're moving, remodeling, or out of space, you may want to rent a storage unit. Are storage units are worth it?
By Kate ZuritskyMarch 27 2023, Updated 12:46 p.m. ET
Real Estate
Should You Buy a Condo? Pros and Cons of Condo Ownership
Many assume owning a condo is more affordable than a house, but that isn't always the case. Let’s look at the pros and cons of buying a condo.
By Danielle LetenyeiMarch 27 2023, Published 12:44 p.m. ET
Real Estate
Johnny Depp Still Owns a Private Island — Little Hall's Pond Cay Is Near the Bahamas
Johnny Depps' private island is located about 60 miles away from Nassau, Bahamas, and stretches across 45 acres. It's called Little Hall’s Pond Cay.
By Jennifer FarringtonMarch 22 2023, Updated 4:26 p.m. ET
Real Estate
Taylor Swift’s Real Estate Portfolio is Nearly as Impressive as Her Music Catalog
Taylor Swift entered the real estate market at age 19. Since then, she’s purchased multiple homes around the nation. Here’s how many houses she owns today.
By Jennifer FarringtonMarch 20 2023, Published 6:57 p.m. ET
Real Estate
You Can Rent With an Eviction on Your Record — Here's How
If you're looking to rent but have a history of notices plaguing your background checks, here's how to rent with an eviction on your record.
By Anya BinxMarch 8 2023, Updated 12:48 p.m. ET
Real Estate
Renters Need to Know the Rules Before Signing a Lease
How long after signing a lease can you back out? Renters should know what's expected when they sign a lease agreement. Backing out can be costly.
By Kathryn UnderwoodMarch 7 2023, Published 2:44 p.m. ET
Real Estate
Want to Get Out of Paying HOA Dues? It's Not Impossible
There isn't much you can do to get out of paying your HOA dues unless you sell your home and move somewhere without an HOA, but you can reduce fees.
By Danielle LetenyeiMarch 6 2023, Published 7:08 p.m. ET
Real Estate
How to Buy a Foreclosed Home With No Money: Tips for House Seekers
If you're hoping to buy a foreclosed home with no money, you have a few options. These are the top ways to buy a foreclosed home with no money.
By Kate ZuritskyMarch 3 2023, Updated 11:31 a.m. ET
Net Worth
'Selling Tampa' Star Sharelle Rosado Has Made Millions Selling Homes
'Selling Tampa' star Sharelle Rosado has made millions from her real estate agency. Find out what she's worth and if she's still with Chad Johnson.
By Danielle LetenyeiFeb. 24 2023, Updated 11:34 a.m. ET
Jobs
Real Estate Agents Can Earn Decent Salaries — Here's How They Get Paid
Before you sign up for classes to get your real estate license, let’s look at how real estate agents get paid and whether it's a good career choice.
By Danielle LetenyeiFeb. 21 2023, Published 2:26 p.m. ET
Real Estate
Real Estate Debt Funds Allow You to Earn Passive Income With Less Risk
If you wan to invest in a real estate debt fund or secure capital from one, we’re breaking down what they are and how they work here.
By Jennifer FarringtonFeb. 15 2023, Updated 8:41 a.m. ET
Real Estate
Best Questions to Ask Yourself Before Selling Your Rental Property
Should I sell my rental property? If you've invested in rental property, you should consider multiple factors when deciding whether it's the best time to sell.
By Kathryn UnderwoodFeb. 14 2023, Published 10:44 a.m. ET
Taxes
A 1031 Exchange Could Help You on Taxes — See If It's Right for You
What is a tax-deferred exchange? A 1031 exchange, as it's also called, enables real estate investors to defer taxes on a property sale.
By Kathryn UnderwoodFeb. 13 2023, Published 4:36 p.m. ET
Real Estate
Hugh Hefner Sold the Playboy Mansion in 2016 — Who Owns It Now?
Who’s the Playboy Mansion owner now? Daren Metropoulos bought Hugh Hefner’s former property in 2016 for $100 million. Here's more about the deal here.
By Dan ClarendonFeb. 3 2023, Updated 2:00 p.m. ET
News
Where Is Lobsang Dargey Today? Former Tibetan Monk Turned Con Man
Lobsang Dargey, a Tibetan refugee turned real estate con man, is out of prison. Here's what happened to Lobsang Dargey over the years.
By Kathryn UnderwoodDec. 20 2022, Published 2:00 p.m. ET
Real Estate
10 Most Expensive Cities in the U.S. Based on Housing Costs
Here are the top 10 most expensive cities in the U.S. based on housing costs, according to recent date. Some rankings include other expenses as well.
By Kathryn UnderwoodDec. 8 2022, Published 12:55 p.m. ET
Real Estate
Looking to Rent a Home? Here’s How to Protect Yourself From Rental Scams
If you’re in the market to rent a home, you should know that some rental home listings are fake. Here are some tips on how to avoid rental scams.
By Jennifer FarringtonDec. 7 2022, Updated 11:54 a.m. ET
Personal Finance
If You're Looking for the Cheapest States to Live in, Here Are the Top 5
Housing and living expenses too high for you to live comfortably? It might be time to consider moving to one of these cheaper U.S. states.
By Danielle LetenyeiNov. 30 2022, Published 3:40 p.m. ET
Real Estate
The House From 'The Goonies' Just Hit the Market, and It May Sell Pretty Fast
'The Goonies' house, a piece of cinematic history is now for sale, and some wealthy fan may ultimately be the one to claim this Oregon house.
By Market Realist TeamNov. 17 2022, Published 11:51 a.m. ET
Real Estate
Trump May Have Overvalued Mar-a-Lago by Millions — What Is It Really Worth?
New York Attorney General Letitia James' $250 million civil lawsuit against Donald Trump accuses him of inflating the price of his Mar-a-Lago property by $664 million. What's Mar-a-Lago worth?
By Jennifer FarringtonNov. 16 2022, Updated 3:42 p.m. ET
Net Worth
'Selling Sunset' Star Emma Hernan Does More Than Just Real Estate — How Much Is She Worth?
Emma Hernan is one of the top real estate agents on 'Selling Sunset' — what is her net worth? Plus, more information on her other successful businesses.
By Ambrish ShahNov. 15 2022, Updated 1:49 p.m. ET
Real Estate
Ralphie's House in ‘A Christmas Story’ Is for Sale in Cleveland
Ralphie Parker's house from 'A Christmas Story' is for sale in Cleveland, along with the museum and other pieces of property. Here's what we know.
By Kathryn UnderwoodNov. 14 2022, Published 5:29 p.m. ET
Net Worth
Zach Roloff Is No Longer Interested in What Happen's to Family's Farm
Roloff Farms, made famous on the TLC series 'Little People Big World,' is now being turned into a rental property — but how much did Zach offer for the property?
By Anna QuintanaNov. 14 2022, Updated 4:28 p.m. ET
Real Estate
Windsor Castle Caught on Fire in 1992 — Who Paid for the Repairs?
After the Windsor Castle fire in 1992, a debate began over who should foot the bill for its repair. The reconstruction costs were covered in a few ways.
By Danielle LetenyeiNov. 9 2022, Published 3:00 p.m. ET

Real Estate

Can Owners Sell a Luxury Home in Los Angeles Quickly? Homes Are Now Taking Much Longer to Sell

5 Signs It May Be Time to Expand Your Rental Property Portfolio

11 Ways to Verify a Real Estate Agent’s Reputation Online

Why Unexpected Appliance Repairs Derail Household Budgets

How Home Warranties Could Help Homeowners Save Money on Home Repairs

How to Rebuild Wealth from Ground Zero: Tune in for Lessons From Property Investor Samuel Leeds Who Actually Did It

Forget Hiring a Realtor — This Guy Used ChatGPT to Sell His House

Buying Property in Dubai vs. U.S. Cities: What Investors Should Compare

Boost Your Rental Income with Smarter Marketing

New Year, New Tools: How PropTech Is Redefining Real Estate Opportunities

Bernie Madoff's Infamous Playground — Discover Who Owns the Lipstick Building

Ready to Break into Real Estate? 7 Ways to House Hack With an FHA Loan

Step Inside the Stunning Montecito Home From Harry and Meghan's Netflix Show

How House Hacking Could Help You Save and Make a Lot of Money

Are Realtors Good at Making Money, but Bad at Keeping it? TikTok Weighs in

What Is a Tax Deed? Unlock the Door to Discounted Real Estate Gems

The Ugly Crypto House Finally Sold — Details on Buyer and Price

Disney World Unveils Revised Plan for Affordable Housing Development

Rihanna Scoops Up Matthew Perry’s ‘Mansion in the Sky'— Take a Look Inside

Want Prorated Rent To Be Applied? Here's What to Know

How Much Are Tiny Homes Really Worth? Boom Amid Inflation

How Much Does It Cost to Flip a House? HGTV Makes It Looks Easy

If You Got a Text Message Asking to Buy Your House, It's Likely a Scam

Here Are 5 Tips for Moving Back in With Your Parents

How to Start an Airbnb and Turn Extra Space Into Steady Income

If You Plan to Sell a House Without a Realtor, Consider These 6 Tips

Renting Storage Units Can Be Expensive — Are They Worth It?

Should You Buy a Condo? Pros and Cons of Condo Ownership

Johnny Depp Still Owns a Private Island — Little Hall's Pond Cay Is Near the Bahamas

Taylor Swift’s Real Estate Portfolio is Nearly as Impressive as Her Music Catalog

You Can Rent With an Eviction on Your Record — Here's How

Renters Need to Know the Rules Before Signing a Lease

Want to Get Out of Paying HOA Dues? It's Not Impossible

How to Buy a Foreclosed Home With No Money: Tips for House Seekers

'Selling Tampa' Star Sharelle Rosado Has Made Millions Selling Homes

Real Estate Agents Can Earn Decent Salaries — Here's How They Get Paid

Real Estate Debt Funds Allow You to Earn Passive Income With Less Risk

Best Questions to Ask Yourself Before Selling Your Rental Property

A 1031 Exchange Could Help You on Taxes — See If It's Right for You

Hugh Hefner Sold the Playboy Mansion in 2016 — Who Owns It Now?

Where Is Lobsang Dargey Today? Former Tibetan Monk Turned Con Man

10 Most Expensive Cities in the U.S. Based on Housing Costs

Looking to Rent a Home? Here’s How to Protect Yourself From Rental Scams

If You're Looking for the Cheapest States to Live in, Here Are the Top 5

The House From 'The Goonies' Just Hit the Market, and It May Sell Pretty Fast

Trump May Have Overvalued Mar-a-Lago by Millions — What Is It Really Worth?

'Selling Sunset' Star Emma Hernan Does More Than Just Real Estate — How Much Is She Worth?

Ralphie's House in ‘A Christmas Story’ Is for Sale in Cleveland

Zach Roloff Is No Longer Interested in What Happen's to Family's Farm

Windsor Castle Caught on Fire in 1992 — Who Paid for the Repairs?

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