The California Association of REALTORS® is blanketing newspapers across the state, warning displaced homeowners about the risks of price gouging and fraud as recovery begins.

LinkedIn can be a powerful tool for professional networking, but certain types of posts can damage your reputation. Avoid algorithm-chasing posts that seem inauthentic, generative AI content that lacks personal touch and "kitchen sink" posts that are unfocused and potentially offensive, writes Deb Feder. Instead, focus on authentic, meaningful content that reflects your expertise and engages your audience.

Threads is becoming a preferred platform among brands as an alternative to X, as shown by Sprout Social's research. Currently, 57% of marketers are active on Threads, with 23% planning to join this year.

Find the perfect color to fit any home's architecture and style and that can give a home's curb appeal a lift.

Michael Holcomb of W Commercial Real Estate is the listing agent for the $14 million Stanley Lane pumpkin patch in Napa, Calif. The property, owned by the same family for decades, includes commercial facilities and a residence.

The Green Street Commercial Property Price Index held steady in January, with the all-property index up 4.5% during the past 12 months. The index is still 18% down from its 2022 high. "Looking forward, we don't expect much to change," said Green Street's Peter Rothemund.

Creating a smart home doesn't have to be expensive. Experts advise starting with a basic system and, over time, add devices such as smart thermostats, locks and cameras. Prioritize a hub, smart light bulbs and motion sensors, and research budget-friendly options from Amazon, Google and Apple.

The Jordan Downs redevelopment in Los Angeles and the West Los Angeles Veterans Administration campus and are emerging as successful models for affordable housing amid the city's housing crisis, a crisis made worse by wildfires. The VA campus is set to become the largest housing of its type for veterans, while Jordan Downs is adding more than 1,500 affordable units.

U.S. consumer price index data for January is expected to show a slight slowdown in inflation, with core inflation forecast at 3.1% year over year, down from 3.2% in December. The Federal Reserve is unlikely to rush into an interest rate cut based on this data, although futures markets indicate an 80% chance of a quarter-point cut by July.

Bank of America plans to acquire a $9 billion residential mortgage loan portfolio from TD Bank. Raymond Chun, TD Bank's CEO, previously indicated plans to exit some loan portfolios amid a balance sheet restructuring after TD agreed to penalties totaling $3 billion for violating U.S. anti-money-laundering laws.