Real Estate

When ALDI announced it was acquiring 400 Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket locations in the Southeast U.S. in mid-August, the move signaled the Batavia, Ill.-based discount retailer would not be following the crowd. Rather than closing supermarkets, as many chains have, ALDI intends to surge ahead with store openings, unveiling 120 new stores nationally to reach

With mortgage rates higher than they had been in the recent past, plus high home prices and tightening available inventory, America’s real estate market has put prospective homebuyers in a difficult spot. Despite all this, housing markets across the country have remained very active. And, as a result, real estate agents and brokers have remained

We live and breathe technology in every facet of our daily lives, be it checking our phones for news in the morning, collaborating with colleagues remotely on video calls, connecting with old friends via social media, or shooting off last-minute emails before bed. We expect our apps to function quickly and seamlessly for our always-online

A kitchen remodel is one of the largest, most expensive and complex, and potentially impactful project you can undertake in your home. Done well, it can positively affect resale value when you go to sell your property, but also your health, safety, comfort and functionality in the meantime. That’s why it’s worth paying heed to

As the calendar moves into autumn, clusters of wildflowers across Colorado are withering away, not to be seen again until springtime. While these blossoms may be disappearing for the time being, something else is blooming in Boulder County—a once-in-a-lifetime real estate opportunity. The Boulder Flower Farm, the region’s largest flower producer, has arrived on the

New York City real estate’s third quarter has taken both buyers and sellers on a wild ride. After an active early spring, the market entered June with a bang; the Olshan Luxury Market Report, tracking deals over $4 million in Manhattan, showed 31 transactions in each of June’s first two weeks and 32 in the

As you near retirement, you may wonder: Should I rent or own? Which is the best financial decision? With today’s home prices soaring and the highest mortgage rates in nearly 20 years, buying your retirement home may be a disaster for your financial security. On the flip side, if you plan to retire in your

In a world of design trends, it’s hard to know what’s real and what isn’t. What’s trending on social media may not actually be trending in real life. This also makes it challenging to renovate a home. While it might look as if the shiplap craze will never end or that every third home has

The American dream of homeownership has historically been symbolic of financial success. But for millennials burdened by student loan debt, it feels more elusive than ever now as student debt payments resume. While some millennials were able to cross the finish line to homeownership when mortgage rates were at record lows during the pandemic. First-time

Today (Friday, September 29) is National Coffee Day. More Americans drink coffee on a daily basis (63%) than any other beverage, according to the National Coffee Association. In fact, 62% drink coffee every day, and 70% drink coffee every week. If you tend to grab coffee and espresso drinks at your local coffee shop, you

With its upcoming Guoco Midtown mixed-use development, GuocoLand is creating a vibrant urban hub fostering well-being, community and the future lifestyle of the people. At a time when hybrid work arrangements have become the norm and wellness a priority for many, discerning businesses and consumers are on the hunt for real estate that blends functionality

It’s a toss-up as to what’s more stunning: the views of the deep blue Aegean Sea and marina lined with superyachts or the chic residence itself. Yalikavak, on Turkey’s Bodrum Peninsula, is a former fishing village turned high-end resort destination. Its traditional two-story stone houses are known as Bodrum evleri or basement houses. Yalikavak originated

New homeowners may love their new homes, but if they’re like most Americans, they don’t love basic household cleaning tasks. Surveys reveal that vacuuming, mopping, dusting, and sweeping are always on the list of the most hated household chores. However, the latest cleaning tools make it easier than ever to maintain a clean home –

Whether you’re selling a residential home or a commercial property, showcasing the place in the right way can help you attract not only multiple offers, but also the best ones to maximize pricing. While this may include pictures, the concept also covers getting the property ready for physical inspections and tours. It’s important to think

There are a lot of factors that can negatively impact the sale of your home. Using the wrong paint colors, neglecting curb appeal, and overpricing the home are just some of the many reasons why your house may not be selling – or the offers are lower than anticipated. However, can your closets also play

Manhattan has always been an epicenter of real estate allure and activity. But, like the city itself, the real estate market is ever-evolving, and current trends suggest a shift favorable to buyers. Whether you’re an avid real estate enthusiast or just casually observing, it’s evident that sellers are currently in a tough spot. This sets

If you’re selling a residential or commercial property, getting a top-notch broker’s opinion of value can work in your favor. You’ll want to work with someone who is aware of what has sold in the past in the market, along with the current environment. It will be helpful if the broker has access to additional

When economic boom times come to the real estate industry, speed can take priority over precision. Acquisition teams race against the clock, competing against scores of other suitors, making quickness as vitally important as correctly valuing a property. Similarly, a consistent flow of incoming residents during prosperous periods could leave some multifamily owners a bit

The American Dream used to include a house with a white picket fence. And then, at some point, expectations grew larger and more grandiose (perhaps coinciding with Dallas, and Dynasty, two wildly popular prime time TV soap operas with the wealthy, sprawling settings). Some single-family homes rivaled hotels or B&Bs, and had four- and five-car

Affordable housing accounted for approximately 43% of New York City’s $3.91 billion in multifamily sales in 2Q 2023, according to Ariel Property Advisors’ Q2 2023 Multifamily Quarter in Review report. Major mission-driven investors including Nuveen, The Vistria Group, Tredway and Asland Capital Partners in association with Goldman Sachs made sizable affordable housing acquisitions across the