Thursday, 30 January 2025

D. Ong

Here’s What Experts Say the US Housing Market Could Look Like in 2025

Higher home prices and elevated mortgage rates have pushed many homebuyers out of the real estate market this year. Here is what experts believe could happen next year.
What Is the New ‘Iceberg House’ Trend Among Homeowners?

Iceberg homes are trending, especially among wealthier homeowners looking to maximize their living space without expanding the home above ground. Here's a quick guide on the new trend.
Liam Payne’s Florida Rental Mansion Is Now Back on the Market Following His Tragic Death

The late singer moved into the five-bedroom, six-bathroom mansion in Wellington, Florida, weeks before his tragic fall in Buenos Aires.
Donald Trump’s Win Fueled by Housing Affordability Concerns, Analysis Finds

The analysis studied election returns and a home buyer index and found that, nationwide, counties moved toward Trump by 3.1 percentage points.
Home Selling Tips: What Is Pocket Listing and How Can Sellers Benefit?

Are you planning to sell your home soon? Here's a quick guide on pocket listing and how it could be beneficial for you.
Casa Encantada, Once America’s Most Expensive Mansion, Gets $85M Price Cut

The historic Los Angeles megamansion was first listed in October 2019 with an asking price of $225 million, making it the most expensive mansion for sale at the time.
Diddy’s $61.5M Beverly Hills Mansion Struggles to Sell as Potential Buyers Are 'Creeped Out' With Its 'Ick Factor'

Sean "Diddy" Combs is struggling to find a buyer for his $61.5 million Beverly Hills Mansions following a raid of the premises by Homeland Security officers a few months ago.
5 Bathroom Features That Can Negatively Affect Your Home’s Value

Here are five bathroom features you should avoid to keep your home's value from declining. When it comes to home value, the bathroom is an important space to consider.
Federal Reserve Cuts Interest Rates by a Quarter Point Following Election, How Could It Affect Mortgage Rates?

The Federal Reserve cut its interest rate by 0.25 percentage points, which could put downward pressure on mortgage rates and improve housing affordability.
10 Housing Markets Where Minimum-Wage Workers Can Actually Afford Rent

Homes are considered affordable if they do not cost more than 30% of a worker's annual income. American renter households are burdened by their rent, which means they could be spending more than 30% of their annual income to cover housing costs.
5 Best Local Housing Markets for Investors in 2025

These five housing markets are marked by strong growth in business formation, employment opportunities, and population.
What Could Happen to the US Real Estate Market Under 2nd Donald Trump Presidency

Trump won another four years in the White House after a hotly contested presidential race---with his comes questions about how he could improve the US housing market.
Tom Ford Buys $104M London Mansion in Biggest Property Deal in UK This Year

The London mansion is said to be located in the posh Chelsea neighborhood near Hyde Park and the north bank of the River Thames.
Renter Households Grew Three Times Faster Than Homeowners Amid Rising Homebuying Costs

Median asking rents only grew 0.6% in September whereas home prices rose by 6% in the same period. The share of renter households in the United States has grown at thrice the rate of homeowner households amid rising costs of home buying, according to a new report.
Is Buying a Home After the Election a Good Decision? Here’s What Experts Say

If you're unsure about whether to purchase a home following the 2024 election, here are some tips from real estate experts.
5 Designer-Approved Holiday Decorating Tips for 2024

The Christmas holidays are just around the corner. It's now time to start decorating your home for the season. Here are some designer-approved tips.
First-Time US Homebuyers Are Now Older Than Ever as Houses Become ‘Wildly Unaffordable'

The median age of first-time homebuyers in 2024 has risen to 38 years old from last year's 35 due to the worsening housing affordability crisis in the US.
Japan’s Cheap ‘Akiya’ Homes Attracting Foreign Buyers, Experts Warn of Potential Pitfalls

Akiyas, or abandoned houses in Japan, can sell for less than $10,000. The low prices are now attracting foreign buyers from countries where the cost of homeownership are soaring.
Most Home Buyers Won’t Return to the Housing Market Until Mortgage Rates Drop to 4%

The survey found that only 4% of homebuyers in the US would consider purchasing a house at a mortgage rate of 6%.
Home Design Tips: How To Choose the Perfect Grout Color

Choosing the right grout color can affect the overall aesthetics of your room. Here's a quick guide for you.
3 Things You Should Never Say to Your Real Estate Agent When Buying a Home

Get the most out of your partnership with a real estate agent by avoiding saying these three things.
A Comprehensive Guide on Buying a Foreclosed Home

Are you planning on buying a foreclosed home? Here's a guide to purchasing a foreclosed property and avoiding any potential pitfalls.
Buying a House Soon? Here’s How To Find out if Someone Died on the Property

To help you make a well-informed decision, here are ways to find out the history of the property you're eyeing---including whether any deaths occured on the lot.
Salt and Coffee: The Hidden Trick To Keeping Your Fridge From Smelling Awful

Does your fridge have a musty odor? Try this simple trick to get rid of the smell. Have you ever opened the fridge and were just completely caught off guard by that yucky, musty smell? Sometimes, leftovers or old fruits can make the fridge smell strange.
5 Popular Interior Design Trends You Will Love in 2025

Next year's home decor will be more focused on creating spaces that are both beautiful and functional. Here are some interior design ideas that reflect this.
Can Trump Stop ‘Insanity’ in the US Housing Market? This Real Estate Tycoon Thinks So

Grant Cordone claims Trump can pressure the Federal Reserve so the US would have the "lowest interest rate in the world."
Kanye West Buys $35M Beverly Hills Mansion After Failed Renovation of Malibu ‘Bomb Shelter'

The rapper bought a 20,000-square-foot megamansion on a nearly seven-acre land inside the North Beverly Park neighborhood.
Douglas Elliman Realty Fires President Scott Durkin Amid Concerns About Sexually Charged Company Culture: Report

Durkin stepped into the role last week after former president Howard Lorber suddenly retired from his position.
US Housing Market Nearing a ‘Vicious Cycle’ Amid Worsening Affordability Crisis

More than 31.3% of American households were cost-burdened last year, which means they spend more than 30% of their income on housing costs.
Avatar Actor Sam Worthington, Wife Accused of Trashing Rented Loft, Wrecking $115,000 Charles Gwathmey Table

The couple's former landlord, Eric Steel, is now seeking $300,000 for damages to the Chelsea loft.

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