The company announced that it had acquired Bulfinch Boston Realty, which would bring a new six-person team under the Douglas Elliman banner.
‘This is the shift everybody has been predicting’: Agents at Connect Now
Matt Lionetti and Jason Cassity said during Inman Connect Now that on Thursday that the market shift has been fast and furious, and agents must start stepping up their games to survive.
Broker Spotlight: Ashley Cusack, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices EWM Realty
This week the spotlight shines on Miami luxury broker Ashley Cusack of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices EWM Realty.
Former NFL Star Chris Long Selling $3.35M Mountaintop Cabin in Virginia
Former defensive end Chris Long is ready to tackle a sale of his mountaintop cabin in North Garden, VA.
The two-time Super Bowl champ and popular podcaster has listed his cabin for $3,350,000. It comes with 165 acres.
Featuring vistas that stretch for miles, the mountain retreat has 4,431 square feet of living space, including four bedrooms and 3.5 baths. But it’s the large parcel of unspoiled natural beauty that’s the highlight.
The property provides “some of the greatest views in Central Virginia and beyond,” the listing states.
Homes for Sale in Manhattan and on Staten Island
This week’s properties are in Greenwich Village, the Financial District and St. George.
Homes for Sale in New York and New Jersey
This week’s properties are four-bedroom homes in Port Washington, N.Y., and Englewood Cliffs, N.J.
Where Are the Most and Least Affordable Homes?
A new study compares median home prices against household income, property taxes and mortgage expenses to determine affordability.
5 Mistakes Homeowners Make That Jeopardize Their Indoor Air Quality
Having clean air in your home can bring a higher quality of life and less chance of having to deal with a respiratory illness. But some homeowners are unknowingly making their air quality worse.
“We spend nearly 90% of our time indoors, and indoor air can actually be two to five times more polluted than outdoor air,” says Dr. John McKeon, CEO of Allergy Standards Limited. “So making a conscious effort to reduce indoor air pollutants, especially for those with asthma and allergies, is important.”
Word to the wise: Just opening all the windows is not enough to ensure the air quality in your home is adequate. There’s more you can do.
Avoid the following mistakes that most people make when it comes to tending to their home’s air quality.
2022’s Biggest Highlights for Chip, Jo, Tarek, Christina, the Property Brothers, and Other Stars of Reality TV
Photos by @jonathanscott /@egyptsherrod / @joannagaines/ @therealtarekelmoussa via Instagram
It seems the excitement never stops—on screen or behind the scenes—for reality TV’s top home makeover stars.
You might feel like you’ve watched them so much that you’re on a first-name basis with hosts such as Chip and Joanna Gaines, property brothers Jonathan and Drew Scott, Christina Hall and Tarek El Moussa, and Ben and Erin Napier.
They all had extremely full agendas in 2022. New romances, kids, and even fairy-tale castles were common themes as many took on unique challenges in both their private and public lives.
In case you missed any of the glorious details, we’re taking a look back on the year in renovation reality TV at some of the most noteworthy events—plus some sneak peeks on what 2023 might bring.
6 coaching essentials for teams and staff members
As we wind down one year and embark on another, it's time to consider how to move forward with these winning strategies from @properties Christie’s International Real Estate executives Amy Corr and Kevin Van Eck.
A Mother-Daughter Team Went to the Bronx With $350,000 for a New Place. Which Option Did They Choose?
Fearing there was no way to ‘get what I needed and not spend a million dollars,’ a single mother left Harlem for Riverdale, looking for a two-bedroom apartment near her daughter’s school. Here’s what she found.
7 things your competition hopes you won’t do
If you slack off or lose focus on certain aspects of your business, your competition will benefit — and they know it. Here is Jimmy Burgess' list of the top things your competition hopes you slack off on.
Teams Spotlight: Sean McPeak, McPeak Team at SERHANT.
Learn how this team leader's competitive spirit and marketing know-how helps his team stand out at SERHANT.
Urinals in the Kitchen? Aye! Quirky Michigan Party Pad Makes a Splash
A house designed specifically for sports fans who want to have a wee bit of fun is soon to be under contract.
The quirky home in a great location of Ferndale, MI, had a list price of $165,000. The place quickly found internet fame, thanks to its two urinals in the kitchen. Yes, the kitchen—built into the wet bar. Really.
The buzzy party pad, which was built in 1958, became the most popular home on Realtor.com®.
“The urinals seem to be the biggest hit on the internet right now,” says listing agent Heidi Wilson, with KW Advantage. “Those are unique. It’s a first for me, and I’ve seen lots of houses.”
A 1650 Virginia Home That Helped Pave the Way for Public Schools Is the Week’s Oldest Property
The historic Free School House in Gloucester, VA, is the oldest property to hit the market this week on Realtor.com®.
Built in 1650 for the “maintenance of a free school,” the two-bedroom home is said to have paved the way for today’s public schools. The original brick used to construct the house is now a design feature in the living and dining rooms.
Other antique gems on the market this week include a stone farmhouse in Pennsylvania, an affordable Colonial in New Jersey, and a home on the famed Rainbow Row in Charleston, SC.
Scroll down for a full look at this week’s 10 oldest homes.
Fed slows rate hikes, but remains wary of entrenched inflation
Half a percentage point "is still a historically large increase and we still have some ways to go," Fed Chairman Jerome Powell warns as policymakers wrap up final meeting of the year.
All Aboard: Reimagined Railroad Building Chugs Onto the Market in Omaha for $825K
A building that once housed all the heating equipment for a nearby Omaha, NE, train station is now a completely renovated space that’s ready for its next chapter.
It’s really about how a buyer “choo-chooses” to use it. (OK, OK. We’re done.)
Zoned for both commercial and residential use, this all-brick landmark could make for a great live-work arrangement.
“The beauty of this zoning is that it’s so flexible and allows anybody to create anything,” says listing agent Nico Marasco, with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Ambassador Real Estate. “It’s an old brick building that’s been extremely well maintained.”
In a bid for transparency, Airbnb now displays price with fees
Travelers are now able to see the true cost of a booking, cleaning fees and all. More upcoming changes seek to control what hosts can require their guests to do at checkout.
President Biden signs the Respect for Marriage Act into law
President Biden signed the Respect for Marriage Act into law on Tuesday, codifying same-sex and interracial marriage rights. The Act ensures same-sex couples' marriages would be federally recognized if the Supreme Court overturns Obergefell.
Don’t let victory become a liability! 3 steps for winning year after year
Winning can be intoxicating, but it can also put you in a comfortable place, complacent even. To avoid that win hangover and ensure your business grows year after year, follow these three steps from performance coach Chris Pollinger.