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.

Urban Living

Becoming an urban living real estate agent involves focusing on the unique needs and preferences of clients seeking properties in urban areas, such as downtown districts, city centers, and vibrant neighborhoods. Here are some key aspects to consider when specializing in urban real estate: Local Market Knowledge: Develop expertise in the urban real ...

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Are You Trying to Sell Your Home Using a Real Estate Agent? We Want to Hear From You.

New changes to the way homes are bought and sold are causing confusion among buyers, sellers and real estate agents. We want to hear your experience of selling a home in New York City in 2024.

Brooklyn Couple Colorfully Renovates Townhouse on a Budget

For one Brooklyn family, color was all-important. So was renovating on a budget.

$4 Million Homes in California

A Victorian-style home in San Rafael, a ranch house in Santa Barbara and a Spanish-style home in Los Angeles.

Renting in Mott Haven, South Bronx, After a Disastrous First Apartment

After renting their first New York apartment sight unseen, they decided to take a new place in the South Bronx with eyes wide open.

Paris Preserves Its Mixed Society by Pouring Billions Into Public Housing

One quarter of residents in the French capital now live in government-owned housing, part of an aggressive effort to keep lower-income Parisians — and their businesses — in the city.

Five Ways Buying and Selling a House Could Change

The National Association of Realtors has agreed to change its policies to settle several lawsuits brought by home sellers — a move that could reduce commissions.

Do I Have to Allow the Landlord to Do Building Repairs in My Apartment?

The law permits landlords to make upgrades in rent-stabilized units, but that doesn’t mean your rent has to go up.

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