Lantern House Related Companies A new development along the High Line in lower Manhattan is igniting interest ahead of its imminent sales launch early this year. Being built by Related Companies, Lantern House, named for its uniquely-shaped bay windows that resemble the antique-style lighting fixture, is the first residential project in the United States from
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While I can see a correction in stock prices occurring during 2020, our real estate price correction … [+] has already lasted for years. Getty During the 40 years I have been in business, investment bankers and financial analysts have never once failed to assert that a Mayday event was right around the corner for
Housing sales in Houston made quite a splash in 2019, having reached $30 billion in 2019, a new … [+] record. CALpix Houston home sales in 2019 hit new levels in volume and value. Houston Association of Realtor’s (HAR) annual report, released today, cited single family home sales of 86,205, a 4.8 percent increase over
Aquatica’s Tranquility Heated Ofuro Japanese Bathtub is made for seated soaking. The design … [+] incorporates a built-in seat and the depth of the tub has been extended to 24.25” (61.5 cm) to ensure full body immersion for even 6ft (180 cm) plus bathers. The interior ergonomics of this bathtub is all directed to providing
The coworking and flexible space phenomenon is exploding, and will likely be impacted by several … [+] important trends in the months ahead. Andia/Universal Images Group via Getty Images The coworking and flexible work space trend, essentially a post-Great Recession phenomenon, continues to bloom and grow. According to Colliers International, coworking is one of the
2020 Getty Happy New Year to all my readers! As promised in my last post, I am kicking off 2020 with seven proptech VCs’ predictions on what lies in store for the sector this year and beyond. 2019 was a wild ride, but we can expect 2020 to outpace it! Once again, thank you to
Getty Real estate agents often become the go-to for all the advice their clients need during the house-hunting process. Some become more like therapists than salespeople, with buyers especially, but renters too, needing immense support through the understandably stressful process. But, due to federal, state and city fair housing laws, which are put in place
Photo: Getty A few years ago, it would have been difficult to imagine a real estate developer raising millions of dollars from unknown investors in minutes — site unseen, no questions asked. Now, it happens every day through numerous online real estate crowdfunding investment platforms. To give you a sense of the power of these
Photo: Getty More communities throughout the U.S. are demanding more flexible real estate options that can accommodate multigenerational families throughout all phases of life. One prominent and increasingly popular solution is the accessory dwelling unit, or ADU – an independent residential unit with its own kitchen, bathroom(s) and bedroom(s) that is either attached to or
Bright office colors, as showcased in this Framery Petrol Blue sound-proof pod designed for open … [+] office settings, have been shown to boost productivity. Framery Have you ever worked in an office that just didn’t seem to feel right? Ever had the sense your office clashed with your personality? Ever felt unproductive in any of
photo: Getty In the pantheon of misconceptions about affordable housing (and there are many — that it attracts less desirable residents, is inherently built of lesser quality and will drag down a neighborhood), there is the myth that a community with affordable housing couldn’t possibly be good for business. I am here to tell you
Maravilla Club Lap Pool Joe Fletcher With two of Cabo’s finest swimmable beaches, a championship golf course, private campsites and a slew of amenities, the 1,400-acre Twin Dolphin Los Cabos community is easily the most exclusive real estate in Cabo. Homeowners include some of the biggest names in tech and sports and the casual, fun-loving
photo: Getty The good news is that, like a smile, communication has the potential to make all the difference. As a real estate agent, you simply cannot overdo it. Plus, with today’s technological advantages (of course, there’s a phone in everybody’s pocket) communication is essentially free. So why be stingy about communicating? Your clients’ and
photo: Getty The American economy enjoyed record expansion for the past decade, but robust growth has not extended to many of the country’s economically distressed communities. The bipartisan opportunity zone (OZ) program is a creative solution to bridge that gap by encouraging long-term private investment in these areas. This influx of capital will fuel economic
photo: Getty If you’re like me, you’re contemplating the best ways to invest your money in 2020. After all, the stock market might not be the best option, after a 10-year bull run and global trade tensions. But, from my vantage point as a real estate startup founder, there are real estate trends that are
Does the typical appraisal protect you from overpaying for a house? If it doesn’t, what would that mean for house prices in general? A study looked at a particular set of 8,533 houses that Fannie Mae foreclosed on from 2012 to 2015 and where two appraisals were done on each house. The first appraisals were
photo: Getty As we wound down 2019 with low interest rates and rising rental demand, it was clear to see that it had been a great year for investors. Considering this is the season of New Year’s resolutions, the following are four ways investors can up their competitive game and prepare themselves for even greater
Humble, affordable homes will be at a premium as first-time homebuyers compete with downsizing baby … [+] boomers. Universal Images Group via Getty Images We have become disenchanted with “do-it-yourself” and discount brokerages, we don’t want fixer-uppers and we really don’t want very large houses that are in less than ultra prime condition. These are
photo: Getty The prospect of a contentious presidential race looms as the calendar flips to 2020. What’s more, the uncertainty of an election year often leads to a dip in the economy. Although most people I’ve spoken with feel good about the current dynamics of the financial system, there are already concerns about what lies
Buyers have long since ceased making offers on properties they perceive as overpriced. Although many … [+] sellers still find this hard to accept, others have learned that a property priced to market can actually sell promptly, with several offers. Getty As the fourth quarter of 2019 moves toward a close, the peaks and valleys