russellolson+FollowHow Accidental Landlords Are Shaking Up RentalsEver thought about renting out your old place instead of selling? Turns out, more than half of today’s landlords are regular folks who just started renting in the last few years—many by accident! With home sales cooling off, lots of people are choosing to lease their homes for extra income or future value. It’s a win-win: you get passive cash flow, and someone else gets a place to live (pets welcome!). #RealEstate #RealEstateTips #PassiveIncome10Share
Aaron Ballard+FollowStep inside the Fresh Prince mansionThe legendary Fresh Prince of Bel-Air house—the one that set the scene for so many iconic TV moments—is about to hit the market for the first time since before the show even aired! Listed by the Million Dollar Listing team, this Brentwood estate is going for nearly $30 million. It’s not just a piece of real estate; it’s a slice of pop culture history, with 6 bedrooms, 7.5 baths, and a sprawling 40,000-square-foot lot. Imagine living where the Banks family “lived”—would you want to call this TV landmark home? #RealEstate #FreshPrince #BelAir00Share
Denise Kemp+FollowBrooklyn homes selling above asking—what’s next?Brooklyn’s real estate market is still surprising buyers and sellers alike—two out of four highlighted homes from six months ago sold for well above their asking prices. In Bay Ridge, a renovated row house closed at $1.49 million, $165K over the list price, while a Prospect Heights co-op fetched $950K, $75K above ask. Meanwhile, a South Midwood classic is off the market, and another Bay Ridge Tudor is in contract. With homes moving fast and prices climbing, what’s your take on Brooklyn’s current housing scene? Are these over-ask sales the new normal, or just a hot streak? #RealEstate #BrooklynRealEstate #HomeSales00Share
Aaron Ballard+FollowBrooklyn’s big rental project gets a boostA massive $250 million bridge loan just landed for AtlanticBK, the new 456-unit mixed-income rental building in Brooklyn. This isn’t just another real estate deal—it means more affordable and market-rate apartments are on the way, with extra financial stability to keep rents in check as the building fills up. With big names like Douglaston Development and Greystone behind it, this move could set the tone for future housing projects in the borough. What do you think—will this help ease Brooklyn’s housing crunch, or is it just business as usual? #RealEstate #Brooklyn #Housing00Share
Heather Moore+FollowChicago’s Civic Opera Building gets a fresh wave of tenantsBig changes are happening at the Civic Opera Building in downtown Chicago—over 159,000 square feet of office space has just been leased or renewed for 2025. Workbox, a coworking provider, is moving in with a huge 68,000-square-foot space, signaling a shift toward more flexible work environments in this historic landmark. With new amenities like a rooftop terrace, conference center, and even a coffee bar, the building is quickly becoming a hotspot for both startups and established companies. How do you think these updates will impact the vibe of the Loop? #RealEstate #Chicago #CivicOperaBuilding00Share
megan01+FollowDFW homeowners: Stop overpaying taxes!Thousands of DFW homeowners are saving big on property taxes—some over $1,000 a year—just by protesting their assessments. With $12 billion saved nationwide, Ownwell’s local experts handle the entire protest process, making it hassle-free. If you live in Tarrant, Denton, Collin, Dallas, or Rockwall County, you could be leaving serious money on the table. The best part? If they can’t save you anything, it’s free. Curious how much you could save or want to share your experience? Let’s talk about how these savings could impact our community! #RealEstate #DFW #PropertyTax10Share
Shelly Powell+FollowMortgage Rates Drop: Time to House Hunt?Heads up, home shoppers! Mortgage rates just dipped below 6% for the first time in a while. That means your monthly payment could be a bit lighter if you’re thinking about buying soon. Sellers might see more buyers showing up at open houses, too. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to jump into the market, this could be it—just don’t wait too long, rates can bounce back fast! #RealEstate #MortgageRates #HomeBuying10Share
Aaron Ballard+FollowWhy Everyone’s Moving to Colorado & IdahoEver wonder why rent keeps going up in cool cities? Big investors like The Milestone Group are snapping up apartment communities in places like Fort Collins, CO, and Meridian, ID, betting on all the new jobs and people moving in. If you’re thinking about relocating or investing, these spots are hot thanks to tech, healthcare, and education growth. Maybe it’s time to check out the local coffee shops—before everyone else does! #RealEstate #MoneyMoves #LifeHacks00Share
Brad Caldwell+FollowAffordable Housing Wins for Urban NativesGood news for city-dwelling Native Americans: new affordable housing projects are popping up in Chicago, Salem, and Oakland, making it a little easier to find a place to call home. These projects are designed to tackle the unique hurdles Native families face in the city, like high rents and limited access to culturally relevant services. It’s a reminder that when communities come together, real change happens—sometimes in the form of a new front door. #RealEstate #AffordableHousing #UrbanLiving10Share
Aaron Ballard+FollowBrooklyn’s luxury homes heat up againBrooklyn’s high-end real estate market just snapped back in a big way—17 luxury contracts worth $57 million were signed in one week, nearly doubling the previous week’s numbers. The standout? A Brooklyn Heights townhouse listed for almost $7 million, featuring five bedrooms, a private backyard, and a stunning skylit bathroom. Another highlight: a historic Prospect Park South home, restored with original details and a chef’s kitchen, went under contract for $6 million—up from $2.4 million just five years ago. Are we seeing a new wave of demand for Brooklyn’s grand homes, or is this just a post-holiday bounce? #RealEstate #BrooklynRealEstate #LuxuryHomes00Share
