Real Estate

Capri in the 1950s was a hot spot for glitterati in search of la dolce vita. The small island off Italy’s Amalfi Coast drew jet-setters, royals and Hollywood stars with its turquoise waters, steep sea cliffs and exclusivity. Considered one of the world’s first resorts―Emperor Augustus made the isle his private retreat in 29 B.C.―the

Amid one of Europe’s most significant housing market downturns, Stockholm-based Beqo Hoti, who oversees Scandinavian markets, has set his sights on Spain and Greece south to better serve his Nordic clientele. The sun-soaked countries have long been favored by Scandinavians for second homes—and given their higher levels of income, many can afford the best. Beqo

Your scariest visitors tonight might be Samara from the Ring, Ghostface from Scream or The Black Phone’s Grabber, but the weeks and months ahead could bring far scarier prospects to your door – from a “surprise hurricane” to a wildfire, earthquake or other disaster – with potentially life-changing impacts to your home and life. I

The United States has long seen itself as an open-for-investment free-market bastion. But concerns about national security–and some political grandstanding– could close the doors to foreign buyers, particularly when it comes to farmland. By Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes Staff The action last week by Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin affected a mere 160 acres of

We’ve been on a tour d’horizon lately with our studies, analyzing various American states and identifying the richest cities there. Recently, we have covered several states of the Midwest, including the richest cities in Ohio, Missouri, and Michigan. Now, we turn our eye on that classic state that Abraham Lincoln eventually called his home state:

Charlotte, North Carolina, is one of the hottest spots in the United States. From 1990 to 2000, its population grew by 36.6%: From 395,934 people to 540,828. From 2000 to 2010, it surged by another 35.2%: From 540,828 to 731,424 people. And though less but still impressive, from 2010 to 2020, Charlotte’s population grew by

It’s hard to believe that a home built before America was even a country would still be standing, let alone up for sale. But that’s true of a formal manor house, a cultural and architectural time capsule, that was built in 1755 on farmland along the Potomac River in Maryland. Mulberry Fields in Leonardtown consists

The cost of everything is rising, and it appears that home maintenance expenses are no exception. In fact, according to a recent report, it now costs, on average, $6,548 a year to maintain a single family home. In a previous article, we revealed that on average, homeowners can expect to pay $14,155 a year, or

With the cost of living on the rise, many Americans are on the hunt for cheap places to live that still offer a high quality of life. To help in the quest for the perfect place to call home, Empower—a financial services company—has issued a new report with the 20 most affordable cities in the

A lot of No. 1 hits come out of Nashville, Tennessee’s country music industry each year. But Music City accomplished a feat of its own by ranking as the best overall real estate investment prospect for the third consecutive year while Florida cities lost some of their luster as development across the country slows and

For college students and those nearing graduation, it’s common to think about the future, including their career. Every year, undergrads call, email, and communicate with me on social media to ask for advice. They’re typically focused on finding their first full-time paying job. While gaining employment and becoming self-sustaining is essential to cover living expenses,

The stately mansion has the type of presence one would expect in an affluent part of Washington D.C.: traditional, elegant and tidy. Yet beyond the restrained presence from the curb, the stone façade and the four-column entrance is a residence that delivers in big ways. Consider the mammoth size. This is not just a home

With a reputation for having been the home of two early U.S. presidents, Charlottesville, Virginia, is steeped in history. Yet, only some things may be as old as they look. For example, a luxury 140-acre compound built in 2000 takes its style cues from historic estates while doubling down on modern-day luxuries. Eaglecrest, as it’s

Fall is in the air, and one of the great things about this season — aside from the cooler weather — is the opportunity to view such beautiful autumn colors. However, you don’t always have to go outside to see these brilliant hues. Here’s how to incorporate the luscious fall colors in your home. Decorate

We have been on a tour d’horizon lately, analyzing various American states and identifying the wealthiest cities there. Recently, we have been focused on the Census-designated South region of the United States, conducting studies of the richest cities in Missouri, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Alabama. Now, we’re turning to the Rocky Mountain states and

The pattern shows up in many areas of the country: development activity fills in between two metropolitan areas, typically along one or more highways that connect them. Orlando to Tampa along I-4 is another prime example, and there are dozens more around the country. From New Braunfels to San Marcos, as well as closer-in suburbs,

In a recent study, we analyzed and identified the richest cities in Colorado. Now, we’re going to continue our tour of the Rocky Mountain states and we’re focusing our attention on the state that saw the completion of the first transcontinental railroad with the famous “golden spike” driven home in 1869 at Promontory Summit —

Alicia Glen is leveraging her expertise as former deputy mayor of New York City and head of the Urban Investment Group at Goldman Sachs to build MSquared into a significant women-owned real estate development firm focused on affordable housing. MSquared has raised over $200 million in three years—a feat few women have achieved. Affordable housing

As one of many actions to reach a net zero energy economy by 2050, the U.S. is finding ways to minimize the impact of existing housing, which is difficult because as a subset of the country’s overall decarbonization efforts, residential buildings have one of the most diverse existing landscapes. Variety is the spice of life,

Our major cities have always been more “urban” than “jungle” when it comes to incorporating nature into the buildings where residents live. Except for a fortunate few, the average New Yorker, Chicagoan or Angeleno needs to leave home to enjoy a garden oasis in the city. That has been slowly changing in recent years –