Copyright 2012 http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/the-scene/real-estate en-us Wed, 16 May 2012 08:18:49 -0400 Wed, 16 May 2012 08:18:49 -0400 NBC Owned Television Stations http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/the-scene/real-estate/Buy-Pat-the-Bats-Arizona-Pad--140628233.html Tue, 27 Mar 2012 13:40:15 -0400 recently listing his Scottsdale, Arizona crib, which is located a mere 22 miles from the Giants' spring training facilities. On the market for $3.695 million, Burrell's home is as swanky as they come. The baller pad is decked out with custom furnishings, an elevator, game room, wet bar, and a really sweet contemporary design. Click through the photo gallery to take a tour of the Machine's…err, we mean, Burrell's South Western abode. ]]> http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/160*120/Burrell+pumped+up.jpg recently listing his Scottsdale, Arizona crib, which is located a mere 22 miles from the Giants' spring training facilities. On the market for $3.695 million, Burrell's home is as swanky as they come. The baller pad is decked out with custom furnishings, an elevator, game room, wet bar, and a really sweet contemporary design. Click through the photo gallery to take a tour of the Machine's…err, we mean, Burrell's South Western abode. ]]>
Although former San Francisco Giant Pat Burrell never officially announced his retirement, the man known as Pat the Bat seemed to squash any rumors at making a comeback this baseball season after recently listing his Scottsdale,

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]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/Free-Admission-Today-to-Suburban-Home-Show/140159883 Thu, 23 Feb 2012 12:52:37 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/SuburbanHomeandGardenShow_722x406_2200771714.jpg
You can get in free today at the Suburban Home and Garden Show in Oaks, Pa. The show runs through Sunday. NBC10's Jillian Mele gives you a quick tour of what you'll find this year.

]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/How-to-Stage-Your-Home-for-Less/139536223 Fri, 17 Feb 2012 17:15:53 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/TracyHomeStaging_722x406_2198347111.jpg
Tonight at 11 on NBC10 News, Consumer reporter Tracy Davidson shows you why homes that are staged sell much faster and how you can stage your home for less.

]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/the-scene/real-estate/George-To-The-Rescue-Home-Renovation-LX-137496358.html Wed, 14 Mar 2012 12:26:34 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/GTTR_SHOW_LINEUP_GFX.jpg
Helping Families One Home at a Time

]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/the-scene/real-estate/Beware-of-Fake--138368734.html Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:14:41 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/phony_beach_rentals.jpg
Criminals are posting fake ads for summer rentals online, trying to rip you off.

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]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/Square-Feet_-Visit-a-Home-in-Chesnut-Hill/138120828 Thu, 12 Apr 2012 10:59:23 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/5150DCrefeld_722x406_2190441795.jpg
We go behind a classic and impressive home in Philadelphia's Chestnut Hill neighborhood. For more information on this property, please contact Christopher Plant of Elfant Wissahickon Realtors...

]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/the-scene/real-estate/Inside-Jonathan-Papelbons-Family-Friendly-Pad--137725973.html Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:28:57 -0400 reports Curbed. Boston Red Sox fans take note: the World Series champ's home is less than two miles away from Fenway!]]> http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/160*120/Jonathan_PapelbonHouse1.jpeg reports Curbed. Boston Red Sox fans take note: the World Series champ's home is less than two miles away from Fenway!]]>
After the 2011 season, Jonathan Papelbon signed with the Philadelphia Phillies after six years of striking out opponents with the Boston Red Sox. The all-star closer is officially cutting ties...

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]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/Dont-Let-Heating-Contractors-Rip-You-Off/135541398 Tue, 13 Dec 2011 19:58:41 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/heater_722x406_2176377963.jpg
A broken heater in the middle of winter is something everyone dreads, but make sure you don't get ripped of by your heating contractor. NBC10's Tracy Davidson has some tips for you to make sure...

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Three Groves Ecovillage has plans to be built in Chester County. This eco-friendly community is certainly a neighborhood of the future.

]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/To-the-Rescue_-Park-It-Like-Its-Hot/115938964 Tue, 18 Oct 2011 17:18:29 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/160*120/GARAGE_640x480.jpg
George is off to help one young couple in need. This is Brian and Karen’s first home and, unfortunately, they didn’t quite manage to fit all of their stuff inside. So, like so many of us, they put it i...

]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/Home-Improvements-at-a-Low-Cost/131553153 Thu, 13 Oct 2011 13:34:07 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/low+cost+home+repair+building+materials+exchange.jpg
There is a place in Philly where you can get home improvement supplies and pay about 20 percent of what you'd pay retail. Consumer Watch's Tracy Davidson reports

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]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/Homes-for-Sale-Under-$200,000/131292659 Thu, 13 Oct 2011 13:12:59 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/WEBHousesUnder200K_722x406_2149169650.jpg
With interest rates at the lowest level ever recorded, under 4 percent, if you're looking to buy a home, now is the time. Gina Romano from Old World Realty has some examples in Sharon Hill,...

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]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/the-scene/real-estate/Top-Three-Home-Remodeling-Projects-130146343.html Mon, 19 Sep 2011 17:01:52 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/180*120/wiring.jpg
Here are the top three home remodeling projects in terms of getting the best return on your investment.

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]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/Mold-Tips/129427158 Wed, 07 Sep 2011 22:59:32 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/Mold_Prevention_Tips_722x406_2121212564.jpg
Edifice RX's Andrew Popielarski with what to do to prevent mold in the first place and fix the problem if you already have mold.

]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/A-Dorm-of-Luxury-for-NJ-Students/128942328 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 20:40:28 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/Stockton_College_Dream_Dorm_Resort_722x406_2114412441.jpg
Some students at Stockton College in Galloway Township, N.J. will spend the next semester living at a famous resort and spa.

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]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/blogs/philthy-stuff/You-Can-Own-Pat-Burrells-Apartment-126764478.html Thu, 04 Aug 2011 10:47:30 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/219*120/Burrell+waves.jpg
Only $3 million to live where Pat the Bat did? WHAT A STEAL!

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]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/Ask-the-Realtor_-Preparing-Your-Home-for-a-Rental/126760578 Thu, 04 Aug 2011 09:06:46 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/160*120/House-Generic.jpg
Local realtor, Gina Romano, from Century 21, tells us that a few simple changes could make our homes more desirable on the rental market.

]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/the-scene/real-estate/The-Big-Lebowski-Compound-Venice-126196853.html Thu, 03 May 2012 22:11:55 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/laboskithumbsub.jpg
Live like "The Dude" in this Venice bungalow just blocks from Abbot Kinney for a cool $2.3 million.

]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/the-scene/real-estate/Tony-Danza-Lists-Long-Time-Malibu-Beach-House--126000009.html Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:49:54 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/tonydanzawhosthebosscrop2.jpg
2011 brought a lot of changes for Tony Danza of Taxi and Who's the Boss fame. In March, the actor filed for divorce from his wife of 24 years and now word comes that the Brooklyn native has listed his...

]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/Top-5-Questions-for-Renters/125922568 Wed, 20 Jul 2011 19:47:23 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/PHI+for+rent+sign+072011.jpg
Gina Romano from Century 21 has a list of five questions you should ask a landlord before you sign a rental agreement.

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]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/the-scene/real-estate/Inside-William--Kates-LA-Digs-for-the-Weekend--125200129.html Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:44:04 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/kate-middleton-prince-william-gala.jpg
Los Angelenos are gearing up for a royal good time (or a royal traffic jam-induced headache) this weekend when the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, aka Wills and Kate, arrive for an official

]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/the-scene/real-estate/Spotlight-Green-Home-Tour-125217384.html Fri, 15 Jul 2011 08:14:59 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/186*120/green-home.jpg
Learn to be Green with the Green Home.

]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/the-scene/real-estate/Inside-Jimmy-Fallons-New-Hamptons-Digs-.html Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:49:48 -0400 New York Daily News. The late night talk show host is said to be shelling out $5.7 million for the unpretentious Hamptons home that includes six bedrooms, 5.5 baths, and two barns, all on 2.2 acres of rustic country land. Click to see more of the Hamptons home.]]> http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/jimmy_001.jpg New York Daily News. The late night talk show host is said to be shelling out $5.7 million for the unpretentious Hamptons home that includes six bedrooms, 5.5 baths, and two barns, all on 2.2 acres of rustic country land. Click to see more of the Hamptons home.]]>
Jimmy Fallon is days away from closing on a charming farmhouse in Sagaponack, NY, according to the New York Daily News. The late night talk show host is said to be shelling out $5.7 million for...

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]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/the-scene/real-estate/America-Ferrera-Still-Trying-to-Sell-LA-Crib--123792584.html Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:49:50 -0400 Ugly Betty star America Ferrera's Hollywood Hills home is anything but ugly. The chic crib, which is listed for $1.395 million, boasts a bright and lofty interior, a gourmet granite kitchen, and stunning city views. However, the actress still can't find a buyer for the home, which has been on and off the market since 2009. Click to see more of the actress and her digs.]]> http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/america_edt1.jpg Ugly Betty star America Ferrera's Hollywood Hills home is anything but ugly. The chic crib, which is listed for $1.395 million, boasts a bright and lofty interior, a gourmet granite kitchen, and stunning city views. However, the actress still can't find a buyer for the home, which has been on and off the market since 2009. Click to see more of the actress and her digs.]]>
Ugly Betty star America Ferrera's Hollywood Hills home is anything but ugly. The chic crib, which is listed for $1.395 million, boasts a bright and lofty interior, a gourmet granite kitchen,...

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]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/Real-Estate-Perks-for-Seniors/123507819 Wed, 08 Jun 2011 21:23:05 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/ACTIVE_LIVING_HOUSES_722x406_1982146646.jpg
Age has its perks, especially when it comes to real estate. Real estate agent Gina Romano explains.

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]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/the-scene/real-estate/Sarah-Palin-Buys-1695M-Arizona-Home--122462354.html Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:37:48 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/83246617_edt.jpg
Is Sarah Palin on the move to Scottsdale, AZ? You betcha! The Real Estalker reports that the house hunting savvy Palin clan recently scooped up this mansion for $1.695 million, which only serves...

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]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/Great-Houses,-Great-Prices-in-Del./122620779 Wed, 25 May 2011 21:23:20 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/WEBDelHouseProgram_4326471_722x406_1949323105.jpg
Wilmington has a great program that can help would-be homeowners pay for a renovated house.

]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/Top-Home-Fix-Ups/122376794 Mon, 23 May 2011 12:08:10 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/PHI+home+improvements+lead+image.jpg
NBC10 Consumer reporter Tracy Davidson shows you which home improvements add the most value if you're thinking about selling your home, and which two will only drain your wallet.LGallery: Top...

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]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=b3b725c8b12e62861c016776d0709972&p=4 b3b725c8b12e62861c016776d0709972 ]]> Mon, 23 May 2011 12:08:10 -0400 http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/Need-a-Home-Makeover?/121598209 Tue, 10 May 2011 20:47:13 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/georgetotherescue_722x406_1918079549.jpg
George Oliphant, from George to the Rescue on NBC Philadelphia Nonstop, talks about how he chooses families to "rescue" and how you can nominate a family in need of a home makeover.

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]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/Beach-Block-Condos-Up-for-Grabs/121284714 Wed, 04 May 2011 18:48:24 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/WILDWOOD_CREST_AUCTION_722x406_1909320016.jpg
Do you wish you could afford to own a place of your own at the Jersey Shore, complete with ocean views? Well, we found some properties in Wildwood Crest that might actually be in your...

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]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/Shore-Homes-For-Sale/119803214 Wed, 13 Apr 2011 19:44:30 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/Beach_house_722x406.jpg
From the over-the-top to the affordable, Century 21 showcases some of the most beautiful beach houses available down the shore.

]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/the-scene/real-estate/Farrah-Fawcetts-LA-Condo-Listed-for-1885M--119705009.html Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:48:43 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/farrahOHthumb1.jpg
The two bedroom condo belonging to the late Farrah Fawcett is now for sale for $1.885 million. Located on the fourteenth floor of L.A.'s Wilshire Building, the unit the Charlie's Angels star shared wit...

]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/Comfy-Digs-at-the-Airport?-Suite!/119365154 Wed, 06 Apr 2011 21:41:58 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/Minute_suites.jpg
Philadelphia International Airport now offers mini hotel rooms that can be rented for just an hour or two. They come complete with Internet, a flat-screen TV and a day bed for those looking for...

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]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/George-Wants-to-Rescue-You/119093354 Fri, 01 Apr 2011 19:03:05 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/GeorgetotheRescue_722x406.jpg
George Oliphant travels the country rescuing people and their homes. Now he wants to come back to his hometown of Philadelphia! If you have a home in need of rescue, emailGeorge@NBC.com.

]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/Summer-Shore-Rentals-Going-Fast/118539234 Wed, 23 Mar 2011 18:45:44 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/SummerRentals_722x406.jpg
Summer rentals at the Jersey Shore are making a big splash when it comes to early bookings, but the good news is that rental prices aren't going up this summer.

]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/Green-Home-Project_-Historic-Makeover/118258964 Fri, 18 Mar 2011 16:15:30 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/213*120/PHIgreenhomeproject031811_722x406.jpg
You love the charm and history of an old home but not the idea of owning a money-pit when it comes to energy efficiency? Here's how one local builder, Cornell Homes, is turning great older homes...

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]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/Bargain-Homes-on-the-Market?-Think-New/117283423 Thu, 03 Mar 2011 01:45:37 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/175*120/83987696.jpg
Gina Romano from Century 21 Hughes-Riggs Realty, Inc. explains why now is a good time to build a home or buy a newly-constructed home of your own.

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]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/the-scene/real-estate/Sweet-Home-50-Cents-Estate-for-Almost-50-PerCent-Off.html Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:49:55 -0400 listing. ]]> http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/180*120/50CentFront2.jpg listing. ]]>
Curtis Jackson aka 50 Cent is asking $9.9 million for his Connecticut home, down 46% from the asking price of $18.5 million in 2007. Take a look inside "Fitty's" 50,000-square-feet Farmington...

]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/Good-Time-to-Buy-a-Home/113411984 Wed, 12 Jan 2011 20:30:43 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/160*120/house_for_sale.jpg
Local real estate expert explains why now may be a good time to buy a home in the Philadelphia region.

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Phillies ace, family to call Rittenhouse Square condo home.

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It was the Hamptons home Billy Joel bought Katie Lee before they split, and now it's the home he can't seem to get rid of. The property was first on the market for $22.5 million, but now the home...

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]]> Fri, 24 Dec 2010 20:30:15 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/160*120/bristol-palin-640.jpg
Sarah Palin has Alaska. Her daughter Bristol may be moving in on John McCain’s turf.]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/the-scene/real-estate/Heath-Ledgers-Former-SoHo-Loft-Rental-Turned-Luxury-Condo-111084684.html Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:44:39 -0400 View the listing), while the now renovated three-bedroom, 4,400-square-feet apartment where Ledger was found dead, is going for $5 million (View the listing). According to The New York Times, Ledger rented it for about $25,000 a month, after his breakup with actress Michelle Williams. Have a look around the place?]]> http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/180*120/BroomeLiving.jpg View the listing), while the now renovated three-bedroom, 4,400-square-feet apartment where Ledger was found dead, is going for $5 million (View the listing). According to The New York Times, Ledger rented it for about $25,000 a month, after his breakup with actress Michelle Williams. Have a look around the place?]]>
Three years ago, 419 Broome Street in New York City was a mob scene of mourning fans for the late Heath Ledger, who died of an accidental drug overdose. Now, Ledger's former SoHo rental in the 419-421...

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]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/the-scene/real-estate/Live-Like-a-Rockstar-in-Billy-Corgans-Classic-Condo--108230669.html Wed, 06 Jul 2011 11:55:25 -0400 listing.]]> http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/181*120/523.JPG listing.]]>
Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan has put his Chicago full-floor condo in the Patterson-McCormick Mansion on the market for $3.5 million. View property listing.

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]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/video/#!/the-scene/real-estate/Should-You-Refinance?/107517398 Fri, 12 Nov 2010 14:15:52 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/160*120/JaciRealtor_640x480.jpg
Realtor Jaclyn Egan with Century 21 Alliance in Drexel Hill gives her expert opinion on whether or not now is a good time to refinance.

]]> http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/the-scene/real-estate/OPEN-HOUSE-Own-Kelly-Clarksons-Nashville-Home-105856198.html Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:43:30 -0400 Price: $1,499,000 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 6 Square feet: 4,900. View property]]> http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/199*120/1224820_1.jpg Price: $1,499,000 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 6 Square feet: 4,900. View property]]>
Own your own little piece of Nashville with singer Kelly Clarkson's home. This five-bedroom, six-bathroom home is now on the market now for $1,499,000. View property.

]]> Fri, 29 Oct 2010 09:56:41 -0400 http://media.nbcphiladelphia.com/images/160*120/Terrell_Owens_Weights.jpg
The place where Owens once did sit-ups has finally sold for an unknown price.

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Brian Lewis gives the scoop on hot celebrity properties listed on the market, including Chelsea Handler’s Brentwood pad and the home featured in “The Great Gatsby.”

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Val Kilmer’s discounted ranch still costs more coin than you’ll ever see.

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