Real Estate

The Biden administration released its promised game plan to “protect renters and promote rental affordability.” The accompanying White House Blueprint for a Renters Bill of Rights sounds good but doesn’t have any actual force of law behind it, as the long legal disclaimer at the beginning makes clear. According to government figures, 44 million households

Imagine what it would be like to own a secluded hunting lodge in New Zealand’s Southern Alps surrounded by glacier-covered mountains, expansive rivers and rugged bushland. Now, consider the real possibility of it. A sizable slice of the South Island, developed over more than two decades by one family, has become available as an investment

Ultra-high net worth real estate has long been full of hot shots, narcissists, and bravado. In turn, unscripted reality shows like Bravo’s “Million Dollar Listing” and Netflix’s “Selling Sunset” have minted ratings and superstars out of realtors and developers, many of whom were just scrapping to get a listing or a loan a few years

The Biden-Harris administration announced a comprehensive call-to-action today that’s aimed at easing the burden of housing costs and improving the quality of life for renters, including new actions to increase fairness in the rental market and further principles of fair housing. These actions align with a new Blueprint for a Renters Bill of Rights, which

In a recent story, we examined the average rent in Chicago and how it’s changed over time. In that analysis, we found that Chicago’s average rent had reached its highest point ever. Now, we’re turning to the average rent in Boston, and it too has reached historic heights in late 2022. Evaluating data sourced from

Madison Square Park is one of New York City’s famous parks. Never heard of it? That’s how the locals like it. The square, which played host to magnificent mansions along Fifth Avenue in the mid-19th century, quickly became the heart of one of the city’s exclusive neighborhoods. It still is. The 20-story building at 212

That which doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. For many of us, swimming underneath ice for 216 feet or running a half marathon above the Artic Circle barefoot sounds quite deadly. For endurance athlete Wim Hof, cold therapy is a pathway to greater health. “Frequent exposure to cold is linked to a number of different

Despite a challenging year of higher home prices and interest rates, a recent survey shows that many military members and veterans are optimistic about buying a home, especially those currently serving our country. Nearly three quarters of current service members (71%) plan to buy a home in the next five years, according to the survey

A record 25% of Redfin.com users looked to move to a different metro area in the fourth quarter as high housing costs drove relocation, according to a new report from the technology-powered real estate brokerage. That’s up from 22.1% a year earlier and around 18% before the pandemic. The people who are buying homes are

Before the Covid virus changed the face of business and the workplace, new offices were being built at record rates. When remote work suddenly rendered them superfluous, it neatly aligned with a great need for housing of all kinds, creating an ideal scenario for adaptive re-use. The results are becoming clear: according to a survey

Deep in the heart of Texas, a newly finished residence suffused with boreal light and featuring miles of unobstructed Texas Hill Country views has swaggered onto the Lone Star State market. Located 25 miles west of Austin, the 4,100-square foot home is sited near Dripping Springs––in 2014 named the state’s first International Dark Sky Community.

Billionaire Larry Ellison’s $173 million Palm Beach estate topped the list last year, along with a $100 million Malibu dream house bought by media mogul Byron Allen and a $75 million Beverly Hills mega-mansion owned by rap superstar Drake. The luxury real market in America saw many record-breaking sales in 2022, including several north of

Florida’s Melbourne Beach has been attracting out-of-towners since the late 1800s. Over the years, the barrier island town in coastal Brevard County has become a family-friendly bedroom community and vacation destination. One side of the community faces the Indian River Lagoon; the other, the Atlantic Ocean. Taking full advantage of the panoramic views is this

The median home-sale price increased 0.9% from a year earlier to $350,250 during the four weeks ending January 15, the biggest increase in a month, according to a new report from Redfin, a technology-powered real estate brokerage. Prices remain elevated because buyer activity has started to pick up as mortgage rates decline due to slowing

Each year brings new real estate undertakings that prove transformative not only for those who will inhabit them, but for the metropolitan enclaves surrounding them. These projects may be residential or commercial or – with increasing likelihood — mixed-use. They might be transit-oriented developments, adaptive reuse efforts or mega-projects that deliver diversity and improved opportunity

On June 2021 I wrote a post here titled “3 Reasons Why The Real Estate Boom Is Not A Bubble.” At the time, a lingering deficit of housing units was pushing up housing prices but the combination of low rates, healthy savings and strong income made it still quite affordable to buy a home. The

Standing at the crossroads of epic transformations–from politics and science to war and finance–Herrevad Castle is a rare example of a medieval power center once coveted by popes and kings. With remarkable influence spanning two Scandinavian countries, the 28-room castle and a manor house with six large apartments and attic rooms, was recently brought to

Floral pattern devotees will rejoice today with the launch of a collaboration between Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, and LoveShackFancy, which is a brand that’s surely on its way to iconic status—best known for its gorgeous floral print fashion and home items. The collection features over fifty products from both brands. With a whimsical

Over 80% of home buyers don’t regret purchasing their homes in the last two years, despite a tough market and making significant compromises, according to a new survey by LendingTree, an online lending marketplace. “The high satisfaction rate amid the hot market makes sense,” says LendingTree senior economist Jacob Channel. “Given the market climate, prospective

Many trend forecasting experts predict that traditional design will be bigger than ever in 2023 and perhaps no retailer knows this better than Ballard Designs. Founded in 1983 by Helen Ballard, it began as a catalog with a two-page black-and-white brochure featuring a replica of a dolphin-accented table from the founder’s Atlanta home. This product