Tourists Ruined Europe—Is America Next? How the Global Travel Boom Is Reshaping Neighborhoods and Housing
Tourism is officially back. But after an impressive rebound from pandemic lows, the mood in the world's most visited places isn’t celebratory—it’s souring. Global tourism hit a record high in 2025, with 1.52 billion international arrivals—a 4% increase from the year before, according to UN Tourism.
Mortgage Rates Largely Unchanged After Fed Holds Rates Steady
The Fed didn’t cut rates this week—and that’s not the bad news it might sound like. The Fed meeting and decision this week left the Fed’s policy rate unchanged after a three-meeting streak of cuts. While this may be a disappointment to home buyers and sellers, it is a vote of confidence in the U.S.
Luxury Buyers Drawn to Key West Where Limited Coastal Inventory Keeps Prices High
Key West, a laid back Florida island famous for Hemingway and Jimmy Buffett, was recently named one of the top luxury real estate markets in the nation by Realtor.com®. Located in the southernmost point in the continental U.S., it averages 867 listings priced at $1 million or more annually, and the
Credit Score Needed To Buy a House: A First-Time Homebuyer Guide
If you're planning to buy a home, your credit score will play a major role in whether you get approved for a mortgage—and how much that loan will cost you. A strong credit score can save you tens of thousands of dollars in interest over the life of your loan, while a low score can mean higher rates,
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