Instead of a conventional renovation, one New Yorker took a progressive approach. Now he pays almost nothing for energy, and the air is always fresh.
What Is Fair Housing?
There are laws to protect people from discrimination in buying, renting and living in their homes.
Agent Mentoring
Mentoring can be incredibly valuable for real estate agents, especially those who are new to the industry or looking to take their careers to the next level. Here's how mentoring can benefit real estate agents and some tips for effective mentoring relationships: Benefits of Real Estate Agent Mentoring: Guidance and Support: Mentors provide valuable...
A First-Time Buyer at 66, She Tested her $220,000 Budget in Illinois. Which House Did She Buy?
After years of living in employer-provided housing, a retired pastor decided to put down roots in Peoria, Ill. Could she afford the single-story, three-bedroom house she wanted?
More N.Y.C. Rentals Are Available. But Can You Afford One?
Inventory has grown over the past year, though prices continue to rise as well — just not as fast.
Homes for Sale in Manhattan and Queens
This week’s properties on the Upper East Side, in Chelsea and Kew Gardens.
Homes for Sale in New York and New Jersey
This week’s properties are a four-bedroom in Glen Cove, N.Y., and a five-bedroom in Jersey City, N.J.
Real Estate Tips
Navigating the real estate market can be complex, whether you're buying, selling, or investing. Here are some valuable tips to help you succeed in various real estate ventures: Tips for Buyers Understand Your FinancesCredit Score: Check your credit score and improve it if necessary.Budgeting: Determine how much you can afford, considering down paym...
$4 Million Homes in New York, Massachusetts and Pennsylvania
A 1766 Dutch farmhouse in Claverack, a two-bedroom condominium in a loft building in Boston and a 1912 Colonial Revival home in Philadelphia.
Perennial Edibles Aren’t Just Good Eating: They’re Ornamental, Too
The author of “The Heirloom Gardener” offers tips for growing a garden of lush perennials you can put in a soup or add to a salad.
The ‘Home Alone’ House Is for Sale (Booby Traps Not Included)
The house in Winnetka, Ill., where Kevin McCallister battled two hapless burglars in the 1990 film is on the market for the first time in more than a decade. List price: $5.25 million.
A Manhattan Apartment Full of Salvaged Finds
A hands-on renovation during the early part of the pandemic produced a place to call home that doubles as a home office.
$5 Million Homes in California
A four-bedroom house with a detached studio in Los Angeles, a 1907 Mediterranean-style home in San Francisco and a French Country-style retreat in Sonoma.
My Co-op Won’t Accommodate My Hearing Disability. How Do I Force the Issue?
Accommodations for shareholders are required by law, and your building needs to take action.
Common Agent Mistakes
Real estate agents, like professionals in any field, can sometimes make mistakes that can impact their effectiveness and the satisfaction of their clients. Here are some common mistakes real estate agents make and tips on how to avoid them: 1. Poor CommunicationA. Lack of Responsiveness Mistake: Failing to respond promptly to client inquiries and m...
Judge Judy’s Manhattan Duplex Is Listed for $9.5 Million
Judith Sheindlin and her husband’s Manhattan penthouse at 14 Sutton Place South is for sale for the first time in a decade.
$750,000 Homes in Barbados
A colonial-style townhouse, a four-bedroom house with a turret and koi pond, and a one-bedroom condominium in a beachfront midrise.
The Architects Behind These Hamptons Beach Houses
An architectural firm waited years to design for clients who wanted a modern look in the Hamptons — it uses the sky, the ocean and dunes as muses.
She Realized Her American Dream With a Hamptons House. Which One Did She Buy?
The French-born, California-based owner of a fashion brand wanted a house that could accommodate visits from her three sons and also serve as a rental property.
Real Estate Agent Facts
Real estate agents play a crucial role in the buying, selling, and renting of properties. Here are some key facts about real estate agents: Role and ResponsibilitiesFacilitating Transactions: Real estate agents help clients buy, sell, and rent properties. They guide clients through the entire process, from listing properties to closing deals.Market...