Real Estate Renovations

Real estate renovations can be an effective strategy for increasing the value of a property, enhancing its appeal to potential buyers or tenants, and improving overall livability. Here are some key considerations and tips for successful real estate renovations: Define Your Goals:Before starting any renovation project, clearly define your goals and ...

Andre Dubus III Built His Dream Home With a Boiler Room Office

When the writer built a dream home for his family, he forgot to include one important thing: a place to write. So he found an unconventional solution.

Highlight the Neighborhood

Highlighting neighborhoods is an essential aspect of selling a house, as the neighborhood's appeal can significantly impact a potential buyer's decision. Here are several strategies to effectively showcase neighborhoods when selling a house: Create a Neighborhood Guide:Develop a comprehensive neighborhood guide that highlights key features and amen...

$1.2 Million Homes in California

A three-bedroom house in Glendale, a Craftsman bungalow in San Francisco and a two-bedroom condominium in a gated retirement community in Carmel.

505 State Street in Brooklyn Is NYC’s First All-Electric Building

Alloy Development decided to keep gas appliances out of its new building, 505 State Street, for sustainability. The rule that would have required that move goes into effect in 2026.

Become a Luxury Realtor

Becoming a luxury realtor involves a combination of education, experience, networking, and a commitment to providing exceptional service to high-end clientele. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you pursue a career as a luxury realtor: 1. Obtain a Real Estate License: Start by meeting the educational requirements and obtaining a real estate licens...

A Little House With Grand Aspirations

When a neighbor left her a fortune, she didn’t buy a bigger house. She turned her cottage into a place where Marie Antoinette might have felt at home.

From an Unassuming California Bungalow, She Created a ‘Micro Versailles’

When a neighbor left her a fortune, she didn’t buy a bigger house. She turned her cottage into a place where Marie Antoinette might have felt at home.

I Want the House, Not My Spouse

Dividing the marital home in divorce can be a financially and emotionally fraught experience.

$1 Million Homes in London

A cottage in Nunhead Green, a two-bedroom apartment in Wapping and a three-bedroom duplex in Kingsland Basin.

They Wanted a Waterfront House in New York City for $450,000 (but Not for Themselves)

A couple loved living in Sea Gate, Brooklyn, so much that they wanted to share the experience with others. So they looked for a distressed property they could restore and rent to a low-income tenant.

Manage your Finances

Managing your finances effectively is crucial for success as a real estate agent. Here are some tips to help you handle your finances wisely: Create a Budget:Establish a budget that includes both personal and business expenses.Identify your fixed costs (office fees, marketing, licenses) and variable costs (gas, client entertainment) to get a clear ...

Homes for Sale in Manhattan and Brooklyn

This week’s properties are in Harlem, Chelsea and Clinton Hill.

Rents Are Flat — or Up, or Down, Depending Where You Look

Nationally, one-year rent increases have leveled out, but local conditions may vary.

Homes for Sale in New York and Connecticut

This week’s properties are a two-bedroom in Pound Ridge, N.Y., and a four-bedroom in Ridgefield, Conn.

My Neighbor May Be a Hoarder. How Do We Get in There and Find Out?

Respecting your neighbor’s privacy is a friendly instinct. But you might have to get aggressive to ensure everyone else’s well-being.

Secret Doors Are Having a Major Moment

Homeowners are adding hidden doors and rooms to foil burglars, eke out extra storage space and prepare for Armageddon.

Buyer's Real Estate Agent

Being a successful buyer's real estate agent involves a combination of skills, knowledge, and qualities that help you guide clients through the home buying process effectively. Here are some tips to become a good buyer's real estate agent: 1. Build Strong Communication Skills: Effective communication is crucial in real estate. Develop strong listen...

$950,000 Homes in Maine, Florida and Washington

A cottage in Southwest Harbor, a two-bedroom condominium in Miami Beach and a four-bedroom bungalow in Seattle.

Green Architecture Hits a Growth Spurt

Buildings made shaggy with vegetation or fragrant with wood are no longer novelties.

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