A new 2025 report from personal finance platform WalletHub confirms what many California residents already suspect: owning a home in the Golden State is becoming increasingly unattainable. In fact, nine out of the top ten least affordable cities for homebuyers in the U.S. are located in California. At the bottom of the list is Santa Barbara, which ranked 300th out of 300 cities studied, making it the least affordable city in the country. Other California cities in the bottom 10 include Santa

The City of Hutto has officially been recognized as one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States, landing the 13th spot on a new list released by the U.S. Census Bureau. The data reflects population changes from 2023 to 2024, during which Hutto grew by over 9 percent, making it the only city in Central Texas to break into the top 15. What was once a small, quiet town on the outskirts of Austin is now experiencing a development boom fueled by an influx of new residents and

Federal authorities have arrested Kenneth Mattson, a 63-year-old real estate investor from Sonoma and former owner of a specialty car consignment shop in downtown Pleasanton, on charges related to a $28 million Ponzi scheme that allegedly spanned over a decade. The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) revealed that Mattson is facing a nine-count indictment for wire fraud, money laundering, and obstruction of justice, unsealed this Thursday. Mattson, known locally for operating the now-d

For the first time in a quarter century, San Jose is witnessing the return of affordable housing development on property owned by the Valley Transportation Authority (VTA). Located just steps from Tamien Station, a key transit hub south of downtown, construction is well underway for a brand-new housing complex expected to be move-in ready by August. This initiative marks a significant milestone in the city’s effort to address the growing housing affordability crisis in the Bay Area.

Zscaler, a leading cybersecurity company, has entered into a sublease agreement with Airbnb for a major office property in Santa Clara, marking a significant real estate shift in Silicon Valley’s post-pandemic office market. The sublease covers two buildings located at 4301 and 4401 Great America Parkway, a combined space of approximately 300,000 square feet. Originally leased by Airbnb in 2020, the twin 150,000-square-foot buildings are connected by a skybridge and feature modern design e

After years of planning, revisions, and community debates, the second phase of the North 40 development project in Los Gatos is finally gaining momentum. The proposal, spearheaded by developers Grosvenor and Eden Housing, would bring 450 new housing units and more than 15,000 square feet of retail space to a prime 15.6-acre site located along Los Gatos Boulevard and Burton Road. At the heart of the project is a focus on affordability and accessibility, two issues that have long been points of

  Purchasing a home has become more financially demanding for potential buyers, with a new study highlighting the necessity for a household income over $100,000 in several states. According to Bankrate’s 2025 Housing Affordability Study, 30 states and Washington, D.C. now require at least this much in annual household income to afford a typical home in the area. The data further sheds light on the stark contrast between high-income regions, li

A major development project in Crown Heights, New Jersey, is advancing despite persistent concerns from local residents and community groups. The proposed 13-story mixed-use complex, located at 73-99 Empire Blvd., is being led by Bridges Development Group under the Brownfield Cleanup Program. The initiative aims to remediate contamination on the site while simultaneously introducing new residential and commercial spaces. The project is designed to accommodate 261

Kerala’s Real Estate Market Sees Major Shift as NRIs Look Elsewhere Declining Interest in Property Investments Among Non-Resident Keralites For generations, owning a home in Kerala was a cherished goal for non-resident Keralites (NRKs). However, a major shift is underway—second-generation NRKs are now less inclined to invest in real es

 Amitabh Bachchan’s Apartment Sale in Oshiwara Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan has recently sold his luxurious apartment in Oshiwara, Mumbai, for Rs 83 crore. The property is part of The Atlantis, a premium residential project located in the bustling Oshiwara area, known for its vibrant lifestyle and strategic location in western Mumbai. Pr

Kanakapura Road, situated around 30 minutes from South Bengaluru's IT hub of Electronic City, has emerged as a significant arterial route connecting various localities while extending to the city's outskirts. Several major companies, including Infosys, Wipro, and Tech Mahindra, have operations in the area. While North Bengaluru remains one of the city's booming real estate micro-markets, Kanakapura Road is