How to Give Your Foyer a Spring Makeover

Your entryway has been working hard all winter. But it’s a new season: Time to lighten things up.

Why Japanese Maples Are an Obsession for Gardeners

You won’t stop at just one, once you discover what they can do for your garden: “People get obsessed.”

A New Law Would Remove Many Architectural Protections in Miami Beach

Lawmakers say preservationists held too much power over decisions on whether buildings should be demolished and what should be allowed to replace them.

Black Couple Who Said an Appraisal of Their Home Was Biased Settle Lawsuit

Dr. Nathan Connolly and the estate of Dr. Shani Mott, who recently died, will receive a payment from their mortgage lender, which also agreed to several policy changes to discourage discrimination.

How New Rules for Real Estate Commissions Could Affect First-Time Buyers

Economists and real estate experts warn that changes in how agents are paid could have unintended consequences for people buying their first homes.

$1.3 Million Homes in California

A two-bedroom condominium in San Francisco, a three-bedroom cottage in Los Angeles and a ranch house in San Luis Obispo.

Could Trump’s Properties Really Be Seized?

Real estate experts say that getting a judgment is a lot easier than foreclosing on a major piece of real estate. And pinning a value to Trump’s buildings is a guessing game.

My Neighbor Has a Very Annoying Emotional Support Dog. What Can I Do?

As long as this dog isn’t biting people, it’s probably not going anywhere. But that doesn’t necessarily mean you have to live with the noise.

Boris & Horton, a Dog-Friendly Cafe, Reopens, With a Few New Tricks

Customers raised $250,000 to save Boris & Horton from closure. Now its owners are negotiating with landlords and working to stay open with changes to their business model.

$700,000 Homes in Quebec

An A-frame lakefront chalet in La Minerve, a ski-in-ski-out condo in Mont-Tremblant, and a modern house in a development in the village of La Conception.

The Art Dealer Leo Koenig’s West Village Duplex on the Market

The art dealer has listed his West Village duplex, which he pieced together from three apartments, for $5.5 million. (And, yes, the contemporary art and furnishings are also for sale.)

The 400-Square-Foot NYC Apartment That’s Constant Changing

Entire sections of this tiny New York City home can shift and change, depending on the time of day and what the occupants need.

Top Cities for Canadian Expats: Where to Buy a Home in the US

The real estate market is ever-changing, and in this context, there has been a noticeable uptick in Canadian expats choosing to relocate to the United States in recent years. As such, we've created a list of top cities for Canadian expats to consider when buying a home across the border. Each city offers its unique charm, economic opportunities, an...




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In Santa Barbara, Their Budget Would Buy a Mobile Home. Which One Would You Choose?

Unable to afford a single-family home near their jobs, a young family took a chance on a mobile-home park near the beach. Here’s what they found.

What Does the Real Estate Commission Shake-up Mean for New Yorkers?

Most real estate agents in the city are not affiliated with the National Association of Realtors. Here’s how the group’s recent blockbuster settlement will affect buying and selling homes in New York City.

Homes for Sale in New York and Connecticut

This week’s properties are a five-bedroom in Old Westbury, N.Y., and a three-bedroom in Riverside, Conn.

Homes for Sale in Manhattan and Queens

This week’s properties are Lenox Hill, Yorkville and Holliswood.

Can’t Move? Renovate, if You Can Afford It.

Many U.S. homeowners are staying put rather than selling, even if they’d prefer to move. These days, renovating may be a better bet.

A New Building Aims to Be a Good Neighbor in Low-Rise Brooklyn

The architect of Bergen, in Boerum Hill, is Frida Escobedo, who recently landed the commission to redesign a wing of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

$1.5 Million Homes in California, Florida and Rhode Island

A three-bedroom condominium in an Edwardian house in San Francisco, a Craftsman bungalow in Tampa and an 1881 home in Providence.

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