These 'No-Brainer' Home Improvements Instantly Increase Value and Enjoyment, Whether You Sell or StayHomeowners increasingly seek renovations that enhance comfort and property value, particularly in kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoor living spaces.
Don't Redecorate: Use What You Already Have To Restyle Your Home for the Spring Selling SeasonSpring is the optimal season for selling homes, with April 13-19, 2025, being the ideal week.Homeowners can refresh their space using existing items, despite financial caution.
Replacement Windows: What Is the Cost and Does It Increase Home Value?Older homeowners are investing in home improvements, particularly window replacements, while younger buyers are looking to sell quickly.
Boomers Are Spending Big Bucks on Home Renovations So They Don't Have To MoveHome renovations are increasingly popular as homeowners prioritize improving their current living spaces over moving.
These 'No-Brainer' Home Improvements Instantly Increase Value and Enjoyment, Whether You Sell or StayHomeowners increasingly seek renovations that enhance comfort and property value, particularly in kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoor living spaces.
Don't Redecorate: Use What You Already Have To Restyle Your Home for the Spring Selling SeasonSpring is the optimal season for selling homes, with April 13-19, 2025, being the ideal week.Homeowners can refresh their space using existing items, despite financial caution.
Replacement Windows: What Is the Cost and Does It Increase Home Value?Older homeowners are investing in home improvements, particularly window replacements, while younger buyers are looking to sell quickly.
Boomers Are Spending Big Bucks on Home Renovations So They Don't Have To MoveHome renovations are increasingly popular as homeowners prioritize improving their current living spaces over moving.
From London to Moraira: Why more Brits are investing in villas on the Costa Blanca - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comMoraira is a sought-after destination for British property investors due to its climate, affordability, and charm.
Housing affordability is so squeezed that office-to-apartment conversions just spiked 484%The surge in unused office spaces has led to a significant increase in office-to-apartment conversions in the U.S.
Home Prices Are Finally Cooling: Nearly 17% of Sellers Are Slashing Prices as More Homes Linger on the MarketHome sellers are cutting prices to cope with a sluggish market and high mortgage rates.
Homebuyers are making larger down payments, Redfin saysBuyers are reevaluating down payment sizes due to high mortgage rates.The housing market is favoring buyers, allowing for more flexible terms.Cash purchases are declining but still higher than previous years.FHA loans are becoming more prevalent among buyers, especially first-timers.
31 housing markets where home prices are fallingThe national home price growth has slowed, with some metro areas experiencing declines due to increased inventory and declining demand.
Typical home is now 200,000 more expensive than just over a decade agoResidential property prices increased by 8.7% in the year to December 2024, with ongoing demand driven by supply shortages and government schemes.
Gary Keller warns of unpredictability in the housing marketExpectations of unpredictability may cause individuals to hesitate major investments like buying a house, yet life circumstances may still drive transactions.
Housing affordability is so squeezed that office-to-apartment conversions just spiked 484%The surge in unused office spaces has led to a significant increase in office-to-apartment conversions in the U.S.
Home Prices Are Finally Cooling: Nearly 17% of Sellers Are Slashing Prices as More Homes Linger on the MarketHome sellers are cutting prices to cope with a sluggish market and high mortgage rates.
Homebuyers are making larger down payments, Redfin saysBuyers are reevaluating down payment sizes due to high mortgage rates.The housing market is favoring buyers, allowing for more flexible terms.Cash purchases are declining but still higher than previous years.FHA loans are becoming more prevalent among buyers, especially first-timers.
31 housing markets where home prices are fallingThe national home price growth has slowed, with some metro areas experiencing declines due to increased inventory and declining demand.
Typical home is now 200,000 more expensive than just over a decade agoResidential property prices increased by 8.7% in the year to December 2024, with ongoing demand driven by supply shortages and government schemes.
Gary Keller warns of unpredictability in the housing marketExpectations of unpredictability may cause individuals to hesitate major investments like buying a house, yet life circumstances may still drive transactions.
California home sales drop 10% as prices dip. What's next for real estate market?The California housing market cooled significantly in January, showing a decline in both home sales and prices.
California Home Prices May Drop Soon as Housing Market Flashes Warning, Real Estate CEO SaysCalifornia's housing market is experiencing a surge in inventory, potentially leading to slower price growth or declining prices.
California home prices may drop soon, real estate CEO saysCalifornia's housing market is facing pressure, with a significant increase in home listings signaling potential price growth slowdown.
Home prices are rising in California. Here's where you can find houses as low as $237,000California home prices continue to rise, with a median of $861,020 as of December, amid a notable increase in high-end home sales.
California home sales drop 10% as prices dip. What's next for real estate market?The California housing market cooled significantly in January, showing a decline in both home sales and prices.
California Home Prices May Drop Soon as Housing Market Flashes Warning, Real Estate CEO SaysCalifornia's housing market is experiencing a surge in inventory, potentially leading to slower price growth or declining prices.
California home prices may drop soon, real estate CEO saysCalifornia's housing market is facing pressure, with a significant increase in home listings signaling potential price growth slowdown.
Home prices are rising in California. Here's where you can find houses as low as $237,000California home prices continue to rise, with a median of $861,020 as of December, amid a notable increase in high-end home sales.
When Older Renters Become First-Time BuyersOlder buyers are increasingly hesitant to enter the housing market, though ownership can provide long-term security and legacy planning.
London housing market experiencing stamp duty hangover'The London housing market faces a significant drop in demand due to upcoming changes in stamp duty regulations.
What Is the Average Down Payment on a House?Down payment expectations are changing; the traditional 20% is not strictly required.First-time homebuyers currently face lower median down payments compared to repeat buyers.
When Older Renters Become First-Time BuyersOlder buyers are increasingly hesitant to enter the housing market, though ownership can provide long-term security and legacy planning.
London housing market experiencing stamp duty hangover'The London housing market faces a significant drop in demand due to upcoming changes in stamp duty regulations.
What Is the Average Down Payment on a House?Down payment expectations are changing; the traditional 20% is not strictly required.First-time homebuyers currently face lower median down payments compared to repeat buyers.
These NYC Neighborhoods Offer The Best Rental Concessions: See WhereOver 22% of NYC rentals offered concessions, the highest since July 2021, due to cooling demand.Jamaica has the lowest rental rates at $2,475, contrasting with the city's median of $3,600.
Which is the hardest Southern California county to find a rental?San Bernardino County had the lowest rental vacancy rate in Southern California at 3.7% in February.
Rentals: No longer the "dirty little secret" of real estateThe U.S. rental market is critical, as 50% of renter households spend over 30% of their income on rent.There is an urgent need for improved visibility and accessibility of rental listings within the housing market.
These NYC Neighborhoods Offer The Best Rental Concessions: See WhereOver 22% of NYC rentals offered concessions, the highest since July 2021, due to cooling demand.Jamaica has the lowest rental rates at $2,475, contrasting with the city's median of $3,600.
Which is the hardest Southern California county to find a rental?San Bernardino County had the lowest rental vacancy rate in Southern California at 3.7% in February.
Rentals: No longer the "dirty little secret" of real estateThe U.S. rental market is critical, as 50% of renter households spend over 30% of their income on rent.There is an urgent need for improved visibility and accessibility of rental listings within the housing market.
Exclusive | Ultra-wealthy travelers are splurging on luxury rental apartments in NYC - only to spend a few nights insideUltra-wealthy travelers in New York are utilizing luxury rentals despite laws favoring long-term stays, due to high hotel rates and exclusive preferences.
The great house rental: 'Showhomes' from RTE programmes are being let for thousands of euro a week on AirbnbThe discrepancy between short-term lets and long-term rentals underscores a rental crisis in Ireland.Popular TV shows contribute to the high costs of short-term rental properties.
Exclusive | Ultra-wealthy travelers are splurging on luxury rental apartments in NYC - only to spend a few nights insideUltra-wealthy travelers in New York are utilizing luxury rentals despite laws favoring long-term stays, due to high hotel rates and exclusive preferences.
The great house rental: 'Showhomes' from RTE programmes are being let for thousands of euro a week on AirbnbThe discrepancy between short-term lets and long-term rentals underscores a rental crisis in Ireland.Popular TV shows contribute to the high costs of short-term rental properties.
Spruce up your space for spring by declutteringSpring cleaning is an opportunity to declutter your personal space with expert tips on organizing effectively.
It Will Take 7 Years To Fix the Housing Shortage at Current Construction Pace, Economists SayThe U.S. housing shortage could take over seven years to resolve based on current construction rates.
DC housing inventory ticks up this week: Altos dataD.C. housing inventory is higher than last year but still below historical averages and significantly impacted by current mortgage rates.
Multi family sells for $3.2 million in San JoseBay Area real estate shows strong demand with significant property sales, reflecting ongoing investment in the market.
It Will Take 7 Years To Fix the Housing Shortage at Current Construction Pace, Economists SayThe U.S. housing shortage could take over seven years to resolve based on current construction rates.
DC housing inventory ticks up this week: Altos dataD.C. housing inventory is higher than last year but still below historical averages and significantly impacted by current mortgage rates.
Multi family sells for $3.2 million in San JoseBay Area real estate shows strong demand with significant property sales, reflecting ongoing investment in the market.
Mortgage Rates Tick Down to 6.85% as Spring Selling Season ApproachesMortgage rates have decreased for five weeks, providing relief to prospective homebuyers as the spring selling season commences.
Surging for-sale inventory turns Florida into a buyer's marketFlorida's housing market has seen a significant increase in active listings, marking a shift toward a buyers' market requiring seller concessions.
Here's why home sales in 2024 fell to lowest level in nearly 30 yearsUS home sales fell to nearly a 30-year low in 2024 due to high mortgage rates and inventory shortages.
Here are the 31 most popular housing markets so far in 2025 - and why the once-hot Sun Belt region missed the cut againProperty values fell roughly 2% in January as high mortgage rates lead to buyer hesitancy.Many buyers are waiting for improved affordability before making home purchases.
Property buyers in France boosted by drop in mortgage ratesLower mortgage rates and property prices are improving access to the French housing market.
Mortgage Rates Tick Down to 6.85% as Spring Selling Season ApproachesMortgage rates have decreased for five weeks, providing relief to prospective homebuyers as the spring selling season commences.
Surging for-sale inventory turns Florida into a buyer's marketFlorida's housing market has seen a significant increase in active listings, marking a shift toward a buyers' market requiring seller concessions.
Here's why home sales in 2024 fell to lowest level in nearly 30 yearsUS home sales fell to nearly a 30-year low in 2024 due to high mortgage rates and inventory shortages.
Here are the 31 most popular housing markets so far in 2025 - and why the once-hot Sun Belt region missed the cut againProperty values fell roughly 2% in January as high mortgage rates lead to buyer hesitancy.Many buyers are waiting for improved affordability before making home purchases.
Property buyers in France boosted by drop in mortgage ratesLower mortgage rates and property prices are improving access to the French housing market.
LA County hotel development balks at inflation, interest ratesLos Angeles County is leading California in hotel development despite statewide challenges.New hotel constructions in Los Angeles County focus on repurposing existing buildings.
How will federal job losses impact mortgage servicing?Federal workforce cuts are leading to significant personal and economic challenges, including home loss for affected employees.
Nearly 90% of homeowners are worried about sellingHomeowners are highly concerned about lowball offers during sales, with significant anxiety about market conditions influencing their decisions.
How will federal job losses impact mortgage servicing?Federal workforce cuts are leading to significant personal and economic challenges, including home loss for affected employees.
Nearly 90% of homeowners are worried about sellingHomeowners are highly concerned about lowball offers during sales, with significant anxiety about market conditions influencing their decisions.
Exclusive | French billionaire wants $55M for the biggest and priciest mansion on this exclusive Florida islandThe Mega Mansion on Fisher Island, priced at $55 million, introduces a new wave of luxury living appealing to younger residents.
Palm Beach's luxury residential market booms as Miami struggles after Trump's election victoryPalm Beach County's luxury real estate market surged post Trump's election, with homes over $5 million tripling in January 2024 compared to 2023.
Exclusive | French billionaire wants $55M for the biggest and priciest mansion on this exclusive Florida islandThe Mega Mansion on Fisher Island, priced at $55 million, introduces a new wave of luxury living appealing to younger residents.
Palm Beach's luxury residential market booms as Miami struggles after Trump's election victoryPalm Beach County's luxury real estate market surged post Trump's election, with homes over $5 million tripling in January 2024 compared to 2023.
Surge in the number of homes in Britain valued at 1 million-plusThe Independent emphasizes its commitment to quality journalism without paywalls, highlighting its investigative efforts on pressing issues.
The Space Club InvasionSpace Club represents a growing trend in innovative indoor playgrounds in Brooklyn, appealing to both parents and children.
Sale closed in Fremont: $1.8 million for a three-bedroom homeBay Area home values remain high, with recent sales showcasing prices upward of $1,765,000.
Single family residence sells for $3.2 million in FremontA property in Fremont sold for over $3 million, reflecting high demand in the Bay Area real estate market.
Sale closed in San Jose: $2.8 million for a four-bedroom homeA 2,347-square-foot home on Kirkmont Drive in San Jose recently sold for $2,750,000, showcasing the area's strong real estate market.
Sale closed in Milpitas: $1.7 million for a five-bedroom homeThe property at 1339 Glacier Drive in Milpitas was sold for $1,700,000, reflecting the high cost of real estate in the Bay Area.
Sale closed in Fremont: $1.8 million for a three-bedroom homeBay Area home values remain high, with recent sales showcasing prices upward of $1,765,000.
Single family residence sells for $3.2 million in FremontA property in Fremont sold for over $3 million, reflecting high demand in the Bay Area real estate market.
Sale closed in San Jose: $2.8 million for a four-bedroom homeA 2,347-square-foot home on Kirkmont Drive in San Jose recently sold for $2,750,000, showcasing the area's strong real estate market.
Sale closed in Milpitas: $1.7 million for a five-bedroom homeThe property at 1339 Glacier Drive in Milpitas was sold for $1,700,000, reflecting the high cost of real estate in the Bay Area.
Rental market report (January 2025)Renting in Boston is increasingly expensive, with rising rents in suburbs approaching those in downtown.Brookline has the highest rental prices for one-bedroom apartments in Massachusetts.Average rent prices have shown a slight decline for one-bedroom apartments in the state.
Single people struggle the most in today's housing marketSingle individuals face greater challenges with housing payments than married couples, highlighting economic disparities.
This quiet college hamlet has been named the next boomtown in AmericaWellesley is Massachusetts' fastest-growing community, marking a shift in economic growth dynamics away from major cities.
The climate crisis is set to erase $1.47 trillion in US home values. Here are 5 areas predicted to get hit hard.The climate crisis is projected to reduce US property values by $1.47 trillion by 2055.
Where are property prices rising the most in Sweden?The property market started strong in January, with notable apartment price increases and mixed results for detached houses.
Everyone is talking about ranches right now. Here are 3 reasons why.Interest in cowboy culture and ranch life is rising, influenced by the pandemic and popular media like 'Yellowstone' and Beyoncé's album.Ranch real-estate demand surged due to shifts in lifestyle preferences post-COVID, leading to a robust marketplace.
This Colorful Paint Trend Is Everywhere - But Some Real Estate Pros Say Don't Try It This WinterColor-drenching trends remain popular, but darker shades can deter buyers in winter months.
Anywhere Real Estate's Charlotte Simonelli on navigating 2025 with financial discipline and the help of AICharlotte Simonelli emphasizes the transformative role of data and AI in financial strategy and planning for the real estate industry in 2025.
Gen Z loves maximalist home decor - with wallpaper, animal print and stained glass galoreMost homeowners agree that a home's charm can fade and become outdated.Younger generations prefer bold and eclectic design while older generations value original features.Classic outdoor elements like lawns and garages remain important across generations.
The Disappearing Dining Room: Out of Date or Overdue for a Comeback?Dining rooms are becoming less common in modern home design, with open floor plans preferred due to lifestyle changes post-pandemic.
Gen Z loves maximalist home decor - with wallpaper, animal print and stained glass galoreMost homeowners agree that a home's charm can fade and become outdated.Younger generations prefer bold and eclectic design while older generations value original features.Classic outdoor elements like lawns and garages remain important across generations.
The Disappearing Dining Room: Out of Date or Overdue for a Comeback?Dining rooms are becoming less common in modern home design, with open floor plans preferred due to lifestyle changes post-pandemic.
First look: Mayors across U.S. warn of worsening housing crisisMayors warn of a worsening housing shortage, estimating an additional two million units needed in the next five years.
Connectivity second only to location in property-leasing decisions | Computer WeeklyConnectivity has become a crucial factor for commercial property decisions, significantly impacting business leaders' leasing choices and employee productivity.