Is kindness really contagious? A desert community seeks answers

Nestled in Hesperia, a city in California’s San Bernardino County boasting around 100,000 residents, the development known as Silverwood isn’t merely adding 15,000 houses to the dry terrain — it aims to bring life and kindness to the desert, Continue reading

Coldwell Banker expands to Dutchess County with Daniel Aubry

Led by broker-owner Daniel Aubry, Daniel Aubry Realty comprises a team of six agents who bring a wealth of experience in both commercial and residential real estate, backed by Aubry’s extensive background in the industry. Continue reading

Sacramento-based Prime Real Estate Team joins eXp Realty

The Sacramento-based Prime Real Estate Team has transitioned from Side to eXp Realty after seven years, the brokerage announced on Wednesday. After serving the white-label brokerage in the Folsom and Greater Sacramento areas, the team is ready to advan… Continue reading

Coldwell Banker, RE/MAX, eXp Realty swept up in Section 8 sting

A consumer watchdog filed complaints with California’s Civil Rights Department against 200 firms after an undercover sting found that the vouchers were refused repeatedly across the state. Continue reading

Clint Eastwood’s former Carmel-by-the-Sea estate sells for $18.55M

Actor, director and producer Clint Eastwood’s former Carmel-by-the-Sea estate has sold for $18.55 million. The “Dirty Harry” actor lived in the home while serving as the city’s mayor in the 1980s. Continue reading

‘They’re here’: Poltergeist home to reopen as Airbnb for horror fans

The Simi Valley, California, home sold Friday for $1.28 million, its first sale in 45 years. Now, a Los Gatos-based investor plans to reimagine the famed setting of the 1982 horror flick as a draw for tourists. Continue reading

Lauren Bowen is leveraging her medical experience to train agents

Ahead of Inman Connect Austin on Oct. 9, the Florida-based Robert Slack team leader weighed in on the latest market challenges, training her agents on NAR’s rule changes and her plans for Texas. Continue reading

Disney unveils first luxury Storyliving community in California

Homes in Cotino will start at $1 million, with more lavish properties exceeding $2 million, reflecting premium features and signature Disney touches. Built by award-winning developers — Shea Homes, Woodbridge Pacific Group and Davidson Communities — … Continue reading

48-agent firm joins ERA Real Estate amid luxury market boom

The group has consistently closed about $120 million in annual sales, primarily in the Jupiter and Palm Beach Gardens areas. Continue reading

Hawaii homeowner sued after house collapses into the ocean

A Hawaii homeowner finds himself in hot water after his oceanfront home on Oahu’s North Shore collapsed into the ocean. Now the state is demanding he cover the cleanup costs. Continue reading