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Which Factors Are Driving Demand in Secondary Cities in 2026

27 September 2026

Which Factors Are Driving Demand in Secondary Cities in 2026

For most of the last decade, real estate capital and attention flowed toward a familiar shortlist of primary markets. Gateway cities absorbed the bulk of institutional money, and secondary cities...

Why Community Engagement Will Fuel Realtor Success in 2026

26 September 2026

Why Community Engagement Will Fuel Realtor Success in 2026

The real estate industry has spent the last decade chasing digital scale. Lead generation platforms, automated follow-up sequences, social media advertising, and now AI-driven prospecting tools...

The Smart Home Starter Kit: What You Actually Need in 2027

25 September 2026

The Smart Home Starter Kit: What You Actually Need in 2027

Every January, the same ritual. You walk into a big box store, and there it is: a wall of glowing gadgets promising to turn your house into a `smart home.` Voice assistants that listen to your...

Why Suburbs Are the Smart Choice for Growing Families in 2027

24 September 2026

Why Suburbs Are the Smart Choice for Growing Families in 2027

Something interesting is happening in American housing right now. After years of headlines predicting the death of the suburbs, the opposite is occurring. Families with young children are leaving...

Trends in Lot Sizes and Buyer Preferences for 2027

23 September 2026

Trends in Lot Sizes and Buyer Preferences for 2027

The Lot Size Conversation Is Changing Again Ask ten real estate professionals what buyers want in a lot and you will get ten answers, most of them delivered with suspicious confidence. Ask them...

Sustainability and Energy Efficiency: Buyer Priorities in 2027

22 September 2026

Sustainability and Energy Efficiency: Buyer Priorities in 2027

The real estate market of 2027 does not look like the market of 2019, and the difference is not just interest rates or inventory. It is the quiet, relentless shift in what buyers actually care...

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Historic Long Island Megamansion From Taylor Swift Video Heads to Auction

September 27, 2026 - 01:49

Historic Long Island Megamansion From Taylor Swift Video Heads to Auction

Oheka Castle, the French Renaissance-style estate, stands in Huntington, less than 40 miles from Midtown Manhattan on Long Island`s Gold Coast. The sprawling property, which appeared in Taylor...

Berkshire County Property Sales Recorded Sept. 7 to 11

September 26, 2026 - 06:10

Berkshire County Property Sales Recorded Sept. 7 to 11

Real estate transactions from Sept. 7 to 11 have been provided by the Middle Berkshire, North Berkshire and South Berkshire Registry of Deeds offices. In Becket, Michael J. Trzcinski and Mary Beth...

September 25, 2026 - 23:31

"We Buy Ugly Houses" Operator Sentenced for $40M Investor Fraud

A man who ran a real estate business under the `We Buy Ugly Houses` banner has been sentenced to prison for orchestrating a scheme that defrauded investors out of roughly $40 million. Charles...

Berkshire Area Property Sales Report for Late September 2026

September 25, 2026 - 03:17

Berkshire Area Property Sales Report for Late September 2026

Real estate activity across the tri-state region held steady in the final week of September, with transactions recorded in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, Litchfield County, Connecticut, and...

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Suburban Sprawl Or Urban Infill Where Will Demand...

Great insights on the future of real estate! It`s interesting to see how suburban sprawl and urban infill will shape demand over the next few years. I`m curious to see which direction buyers will lean towards by 2027!

Author: Melina Luna

September 27, 2026

What Real Estate Agents Need To Know About Ai In...

This article offers valuable insights into the future of real estate and AI. Embracing these changes will empower agents to enhance their services and connect better with clients. Stay curious and adaptable - the future is promising!

Author: Caitlin Wilson

September 25, 2026

What Homebuyers Will Prioritize Most In 2026

In 2026, homebuyers will likely prioritize energy efficiency and smart technology more than ever. The emphasis on sustainability and convenience will shape their choices, reflecting a growing awareness of environmental impacts and lifestyle enhancements.

Author: Grant McEvoy

September 25, 2026

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