Friday, 15 November 2024

Finance & Mortgage

'East New York Brooklyn Rezoning Plan Update: Protesters Face Off with De Blasio Commissioners

The city’s plan of rezoning the neighborhood of East New York for new development has met stiff resistance from protesters. East New York recently become a refuge for minorities fleeing high rents in other parts of the city – and activists fear the De Blasio administration’s proposals.

'Celebrity Real Estate: Here's a Sneak Peek Inside the Glorious Paris Apartment of Coco Chanel

A fashion insider, Shiona Turini, had a tour of the Paris apartment of the famed fashion designer Coco Chanel at 31 Rue Cambon.

'Celebrity Real Estate: Radio and TV Jock Don Imus’ Penthouse at Central Park West is on the Market for $19.8M

The penthouse of radio and TV jock Don Imus at Central Park West is listed on the market for $19.8 million. The pad atop the 1928 Rosario Candela-designed building that belonged to Imus and his wife Deirdre for decades, has features of gorgeous terraces overlooking city views and spacious street-level bedrooms on the ground-floor maisonette.

EDITOR'S PICKS

'2016 Real Estate Market Foresight

The following are expected in the housing market this year.

By Staff Reporter
'Google Compare is Your New Mortgage Broker

People everywhere in the globe can use Google Earth to zoom in on their childhood homes, show friends their backyards, or scrutinize the roads to a house they may wish to shop for. However, that's previous news.

By Staff Reporter
'Real Estate Pricing Trends People Must Watch Out For in 2016

2015 was a good year for real estate marketing, but 2016 will be better.

By Staff Reporter
'Celebrity Homes for Sale: Former Miss Great Britain Danielle Lloyd Is Selling Her Mansion for the Third Time

Former Miss England and Miss Britain model Danielle Lloyd has put back her mansion on the market for the third time.

By Staff Reporter
'Kamloops Commercial Real Estate Market Shows Significant Growth in 2015: Colliers International

Kamloops real estate business has significantly improved in 2015.

By Staff Reporter
'Buyers Will Have to Shell Out £5million to Get the Modest Home in Sandbanks

What made this modest three-bedroom house worth £5 million? It sits on one of the undeveloped waterside plots on Sandbanks’ exclusive enclave.

By Staff Reporter
'Real Estate Tips: What Is A Distressed Property?

A distressed property is a term that refers to homes that are short sold, foreclosed, or generally those that are real estate owned.

By Staff Reporter
'Home Buying: What To Pay Attention To In Purchase Agreement Contracts

The purchase agreement contract is one of the most important documents you will get a hold of when buying a home. This contract will give you the terms, conditions, and provisions the home purchase comes with. This is why you should read it with great attention to details and at the same time with careful analysis on whether there are ambiguities or not. Any questions must then be brought up to the seller to avoid future issues.

By Staff Reporter
'Real Estate Tips: What Is A “Short Sale” And How Does It Work

Short sale happens when someone failed to pay his or her mortgage on time due to some financial difficulties. Instead of opting to a foreclosure, the bank may allow the home owner to turn over the property to them, which will then allow the home to be sold as close to its market value as possible.

By Staff Reporter
'Home Selling Tips: How To Ask For A Higher Price

Receiving an offer for your property is the first step in selling it. However, it’s undeniable how many potential buyers would give you an offer that is below your asking price, after all, every person wants to be on the better side of the deal. If you happen to be a seller who received an offer that is below what you hoped for, you can still manage to counter act the offer and make things go your way. Just get the details right and things can go as you planned. Here are some tips:

By Staff Reporter
'Home Selling Tips: Hosting An Open House, What Are The Pros And Cons?

If you are thinking about selling your home, open houses may have already crossed your mind. While this home selling step seems like an easy and convenient way to showcase your property to potential buyers, there can also be some disadvantages that come with it. Nonetheless, it’s still a step that is worth a shot.

By Staff Reporter
'Rents Skyrocket as Temporary Residents Flock in Nearby Cities to Get Away From Short-Term Health Effects

Over two months ago, news about the Porter Ranch Methane Leak broke out. Since this issue has not been resolved yet, thousands of residents have vacated their homes because many of them are already suffering from short-term health effects.

By Staff Reporter