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Blog :: 2026
The latest in listings, Real Estate news, and How-To's
Why So Many Homeowners Are Downsizing Right Now
- By Jim Lowenstern
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Downsizing is about setting yourself up for what comes next – on your terms. If retirement is on the horizon and you’ve started wondering what your current house (and your equity) could make possible, the first step isn’t selling. It’s understanding your options.
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Top 2026 Housing Markets for Buyers and Sellers
- By Jim Lowenstern
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The housing market in 2026 isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s a year where local conditions matter more than ever.
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Castle of the Week: Hohensalzburg Fortress in Austria
- By Jim Lowenstern
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Hohensalzburg is one of Austria’s top tourist attractions, offering visitors a dramatic glimpse into medieval life, church authority, and the strategic importance of Salzburg throughout history.
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Charming Home with 6 Bedrooms and 5 Full Baths in Worcester, MA
- By Jim Lowenstern
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Set on a quiet street in Worcester's coveted Westwood Hills, 6 Paul Revere Road delivers refined space, thoughtful updates, and resort-style outdoor living rarely found in this location. This six-bedroom residence offers a well-balanced layout designed for both everyday living and entertaining.
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Level Up in 2026: Castles Luxury's Winter Symposium Brings Top Real Estate Leaders Together
- By Jim Lowenstern
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Register now for Castles Luxury 2nd Annual Winter Symposium. CLICK HERE to register. This is a must-attend event you won’t want to miss!
You May Not Want To Skip Over That House That's Been Sitting on the Market
- By Jim Lowenstern
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A home sitting on the market isn’t always a warning sign. Sometimes it’s an overlooked opportunity.
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Newly Constructed Coastal $4.5M Cottage Located in Boca Grande, FL
- By Jim Lowenstern
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Custom new construction coastal cottage located on the southernmost point of sought-after Boca Grande — just steps from the pristine beaches and emerald-green waters of Gasparilla Island State Park.
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Beautiful Waterfront To Be Built $5M Home in St Petersburg, FL
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Experience the pinnacle of modern waterfront living in this exceptional new construction residence, thoughtfully designed to capture sweeping open water views and deliver uncompromising luxury at every turn.
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Mortgage Rates Recently Hit a 3-Year Low. Here's Why That's Still a Big Deal.
- By Jim Lowenstern
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Mortgage rates dropping to a 3-year low isn’t just a headline. For many buyers, where rates are now could be the difference between watching from the sidelines and finally getting the keys to their next home.
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Why Rising Foreclosure Headlines Aren't a Red Flag for Today's Housing Market
- By Jim Lowenstern
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Foreclosure activity may be rising, but it’s still well within a normal range—and nowhere close to the danger zones of the past.
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Newly Constructed $6M Home In One of Encino, CA Most Sought-After Neighborhoods
- By Jim Lowenstern
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This expansive newer-construction residence offers a rare combination of scale, privacy, and thoughtful design in one of Encino's most sought-after neighborhoods.
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Home Updates That Actually Pay You Back When You Sell
- By Jim Lowenstern
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If you’re looking to sell this spring, you still have time to make updates that help your home stand out – without taking on a full renovation.
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Elegant Single-Family Living: 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths in Marlborough, MA
- By Jim Lowenstern
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Open House 2/7, 2/8 Beautiful single-family home offering 4 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, set on over one acre of land in a desirable Marlborough neighborhood. This home features an in-ground heated pool, private in-home movie theater, heated hardwood floors on the second level and primary suite, solar panels, and a whole-house emergency water shutoff system for added peace of mind.
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