2026

There are waterfront homes, and then there are homes that seem determined to use every possible inch of their waterfront setting. A contemporary mansion on Newport Beach’s Balboa Peninsula falls squarely into the latter category. Completed in 2023, the approximately 12,749-square-foot residence sits along nearly 100 feet of Newport Channel frontage, with passing yachts and sailboats forming an...

For waterfront buyers in Sarasota, there is often a tradeoff to make: proximity to the city, convenient Gulf access, or enough waterfront infrastructure to keep the boats at home. A newly listed estate in Harbor Acres makes a strong case for having all three. Prominently positioned on the point of Harbor Drive, the $14.95 million residence looks directly across Sarasota Bay, with views reaching...

A slab backsplash brings a seamless, polished look to a kitchen while eliminating the grout lines of tile installation and creating a smooth surface that’s easy to wipe clean. Large-format slabs can showcase dramatic veining, subtle movement or rich, solid...

Residential Purchases Fall to Second-Lowest Level on Record Foreign buyers sharply reduced their purchases of U.S. existing homes over the past year, spending $45.3 billion as high prices, limited inventory and a broader decline in international travel weighed on demand. The total value of homes purchased by international buyers from April 2025 through March 2026 fell 19.1% from the previous 12-month...

NEXA will add UMortgage's team of 246 loan officers that originated $2.05B over the past 12...

Growing up in California’s Central Valley, landscape architect Monica Perrone found a deep sense of calm in the region’s rows of orchard trees and cultivated fields. She drew inspiration from the structure and rhythm of those agricultural landscapes when creating her own backyard in Tracy,...

Extensively remodeling or building from scratch doesn’t mean your interiors have to feel brand-new. With carefully chosen architectural details and finishes, you can keep all the modern conveniences while capturing the nostalgic charm of a home that has stood for generations. Here are 10 ways to...

They have levers to pull, but not before some issues get resolved...

When it comes to creating a new kitchen, an island is a must-have for many homeowners, but how can you ensure yours is both beautiful and functional? Here, four kitchen design experts suggest 10 things to bear in mind to get this key element right....

Companies target Aug. 24 close, DOJ already ended HSR waiting period...