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Real estate news and insights for Dothan area agents.

Jul 22, 2026

Angelina Jolie Is Finally Free To Quit L.A. After Twins Vivienne and Knox Turned 18—but Her $30 Million Mansion May Keep Her There for Now

Jolie, 51, revealed recently that she was required to remain living in Los Angeles until her youngest kids, Vivienne and Knox, turned 18.

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Jul 22, 2026

Not in My (Second) Backyard: Nantucket’s Worker Housing Fight Reveals the Cost of Vacation Homes

Nantucket’s worker housing fight reveals the hidden cost of vacation homes: fewer places for the people who keep the island running.

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Jul 22, 2026

The New Parent Real Estate Penalty: Why Starting a Family May Mean Shifting Your ZIP Code

Having a kid is expensive, but how much you'll spend on childcare, groceries, and even the hospital stay may motivate you to move.

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Jul 22, 2026

The ‘Yellowstone’ Effect: Why Ranch Prices Have More Than Doubled in 10 Years

Nationally, homes defined as ranches had a median listing price of $769,750 as of June 2026, up a staggering 112% from 10 years earlier.

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Jul 22, 2026

Prince William and Princess Kate Release a 13th Birthday Portrait of Prince George Taken Inside Kensington Palace

Prince William and Princess Kate shared a new portrait of their son in honor of his 13th birthday on July 22.

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Jul 22, 2026

Mortgage Applications Rise Despite Higher Rates as Buyers Respond to Increased Supply

Mortgage applications rose this week, driven by higher purchase activity, as higher rates failed to deter buyers.

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Jul 22, 2026

Cher Spent $1 Million in Legal Fees Fighting Sonny Bono’s Widow—Her Iconic Malibu Home Is Worth 85 Times That

Cher, 80, has spent $1 million fighting a lawsuit again ex-husband Sonny Bono's widow—but her homes are worth 100 times that.

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Jul 22, 2026

The 5 Affordable Job Hubs Where Career Opportunities Are Exploding

LinkedIn’s 2026 "Cities on the Rise" report highlights top emerging job hubs, led by Augusta, GA, where career growth meets affordability.

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Jul 22, 2026

1 in 4 Sellers in This State Is Exposed to a Hidden Home Equity Tax

California’s sellers are hitting a tax threshold at unmatched rates—offering an early warning for other fast-appreciating housing markets.

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Jul 21, 2026

Congress Worries Federal Home Loan Bank System Is Straying From Mission

Congress is seeking changes at the Federal Home Loan Bank System, arguing it isn't taking a proactive role in the housing crisis.

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Jul 21, 2026

Data Centers Are Boosting Regional Economy as Consumer Spending Lags, St. Louis Fed Says

A booming data center construction industry in the Midwest and South is propping up economies amid inflation, but opposition is fierce.

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Jul 21, 2026

EXCLUSIVE: ‘Extreme Buyers Club’ Star Noel Collier Lays Bare Her ‘Craziest’ Client Requests—From Ghosts to Mermaid Pools

Collier, 42, helps house hunters with outrageous wish lists find out-of-the-box listings on the new HGTV series.

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