Real Estate

The year ahead is likely to see further improvement in commercial real estate markets as the economy continues to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. There are both upside and downside risks to the outlook. Here are the top ten developments to follow, ranked in order of increasing importance: 10. Commercial transactions volumes, property prices, and cap

Whether it’s a candle, fragrance diffuser, or room spray, home fragrances are the unsung hero of decor. A scent can evoke a nostalgic feeling especially for the holidays, set the mood for a party, or at the very least, help mask odors from cooking, pets, and children. Candles and diffusers can also be a great

Ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families are attracted to the over-the-top luxury lifestyles that private residences and penthouses offer. These amenity-rich properties around the world cater to indulgences and are often second, third, or even fourth homes rounding out one’s real estate portfolio. Here’s a look at some of the top private residences and deluxe penthouses on

Washer/dryer now allowed! Few sentences in a listing description cause so much excitement for Manhattan apartment seekers. But in a land where nearly three-quarters of the residential sales market is in co-operative buildings that typically don’t allow them, this phrase alludes to better times ahead. One simple amenity can create excess value within the market

Professional dancer and host of HGTV’s Design Star: Next Gen Allison Holker-Boss is having an incredible holiday season. Not only is she taking some well-deserved time with her family, but her home is cozier and more fabulous than ever thanks to a partnership with Pottery Barn. After recently transforming her living room and documenting it

Kahala, one of Honolulu’s priciest areas, has long been in demand with local and international luxury home-buyers. The lure of Kahala dates back decades. Oceanfront Kahala Avenue was where Kama’ainas lived in homes often passed down from generation to generation. Many weren’t particularly fancy. They didn’t need to be, with the sand and surf just

A rich provenance, a sophisticated restoration, a landmark garden – all these attributes come together at a Traditional estate being offered at $45 million in Bel-Air. Built in 1938, the house was originally called the Shepherd Residence for its first owners, industrialist Willard E. Shepherd and is wife, Helen Lawson Shepherd. The elegant two-story was

Down through the eons, the architecture profession has justifiably won numberless plaudits for breakthrough designs and head-turning skylines. But many within the industry believe too little emphasis has been placed on business growth. It wasn’t until October 1972 that U.S. architects were permitted to submit competitive bids and advertise. Architects in the UK were hamstrung

In a recent article we looked at the poverty rates across all 50 U.S. states. Now, using data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2019 and 2014 American Community Survey, Five-Year Estimates, we’ve analyzed all major American cities (those with populations of at least 100,000) in terms of the percentage of their populations living below the

Javea, Spain, is a picturesque resort destination known for its wide sand beaches and rocky coves. The coastal town in the province of Alicante hugs the Mediterranean Sea. Buildings in its historic core blend locally sourced golden sandstone with whitewashed walls. Streets in the historic core of Javea are lined with buildings displaying a golden-colored

The holiday season is officially here. After what may likely be a long time away from friends and family, the stakes feel even higher for gift giving this year. Here are the best gifts for the home, $100 and under. While accessibly priced, these gifts are incredibly thoughtful, unique, and some even handmade. Most importantly,

The pandemic era has been a problem-plagued age for many coworking platforms. Into that industry of late has come new and fine-tuned approaches to the coworking concept. Coworking companies that control their own spaces as opposed to leasing square footage, reach out to very distinctive niches in the entrepreneurial marketplace, and/or establish their coworking properties

Sydney’s most iconic landmarks are visible from this corner penthouse in wharf-side Bennelong Apartments, a multi-use residential high-rise complex. To the west, the 270-degree vistas take in the pedestrian friendly Circular Quay port area and sunsets over the arched Sydney Harbour Bridge. The Opera House and the Royal Botanic Garden can be viewed to the

Home prices hit an all-time high of $359,975 in the four-week period ending November 21, according to a new report from Redfin, a technology-powered real estate brokerage. This was up 14% year over year, the largest increase since early September. Prices have risen in the past month nearly four times faster than they did at the

Where buyers go shopping for a home shifted during the onset of the coronavirus pandemic given the rise of remote work as well as affordability concerns. For many Americans, the change could have lasting implications. As employers firm up future work plans to include flexibility and give many Americans confidence in buying a home farther from

The central Mexican city of San Miguel de Allende was recently crowned the best city in the world by Travel & Leisure. The No. 1 ranking came as no surprise to Ann Dolan, a broker with CDR San Miguel who has lived in San Miguel de Allende with her husband Jim for 25 years.  The city, 170 miles northwest

An owner live-work space, a family compound, a mixed-use investment property … the options are abundant at this four-unit contemporary near San Diego’s Balboa Park. Called Modern on Fifth, the owner-build project was constructed in 2017 and designed by Safdie Rabines Architects, which specializes in socially responsible architecture and urban planning. The three-story building has

How bad is this nation’s homeless crisis? Two startling statistics bring it all home. Only 4 million housing units exist for the 10.8 million renter households with incomes below the poverty line or 30% of area median income (AMI). Seven in 10 of those households spend more than half their incomes on rent in the

Wellness design and federal legislation rarely intersect, but the just-signed bipartisan infrastructure deal – officially named Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act – has several  components that will benefit Americans’ well-being where they live. While most of the funds will go toward public infrastructure, such as airports, bridges, roads, tunnels and ports, providing residential access to

For generations, after every spike in gas prices, Americans dashed out to purchase gas-sipping economy cars, only to revert to garage-sized SUVs once gas prices fell again. Last year’s pandemic-fueled exodus to the suburbs demonstrated short-term thinking isn’t limited to rides, but can also apply just as readily to homes. According to Uncast, more than