Rapti Gupta
The paradox between low mortgage rates and high lending standards has been a topic of much discussion of late. But industry experts are growing more positive about the tight credit underwriting standards and expect them to ease in the coming few months. China Home Prices Fall In August as Demand Drops
Home prices in China fell for the fourth straight month in August as demand for properties continued to slide. China Introduces ‘Texting Lane’ for ‘Slow’ Pedestrians
It is not uncommon to see people bumping into others or wandering off the sidewalks into traffic while glued to their smartphones. Considering the growing number of "slow" walkers on the road, a city in China allotted "texting lanes" for those who cannot get hands off their phones. Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Buys New Holmby Hills Mansion for $40 Million
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, the famous rapper, has reportedly dropped $40 million on a newly-built mansion in the Holmby Hills area of Los Angeles. Vince Vaughn Relists Chicago Penthouse for $14.9 Million
Vince Vaughn, the “Wedding Crashers” actor, has reportedly re-listed his triplex penthouse in the Palmolive building in Chicago for $14.9 million. Trump SoHo To Hit Auction Market Soon
Trump SoHo, the luxury hotel in Manhattan, New York City, that was first unveiled by property mogul Donald Trump on his show "The Apprentice" will hit the auction market soon. Gawker Media Moving NYC Headquarters Uptown; Signs 15-year Lease
Gawker Media is getting a new home. The online publishing giant that operates Jezebel, Gizmodo and Deadspin is moving to a new office at 114 Fifth Ave to occupy three floors in the 19-storey building. US Rental Trend Continues - Prices Go Up While Vacancy Rates Fall
Demand for rental units in the United States is still holding strong and has been driving up prices of multifamily apartments. Wells Fargo Explains Why Americans Aren’t Buying Homes Right Now
The current housing scenario seems to have steadied. The rate of home price growth is slow, mortgage rates are at their lowest and supply is also picking up. So what is holding Americans from taking the property plunge? Fear apparently! Randy Jackson Unloads Tarzana Residence for $1.9 Million
Randy Jackson, the famous music producer who was a judge on "American Idol", has reportedly sold his home in Tarzana, Calif., for $1.9 million. Beyonce and Jay Z Rented This Holmby Hills Home This Summer
Beyonce and Jay Z, the Hollywood power couple, may have just ended their super hit "On The Run" tour last week, but little did we know where they recharged their batteries before embarking on their successful stint together. Former Florida Home of Ivan Lendl to Hit Market for $21.5 Million
A home that was once occupied by tennis great Ivan Lendl is poised to hit the market for $21.5 million. You could Buy 10 Homes for the Cost of One Waterfront House, Zillow
"Location! Location! Location!" is indeed the ultimate real estate mantra. It is known that homes situated in front of water bodies are more expensive than others, but by how much? Trend Watch: Stage Listings to Score Faster Sale
Selling a home in this competitive housing market can be a challenge. While several studies have pointed out what works and what doesn't, pictures have always been a key to attracting potential buyers. And to amp it up a little more, realtors have started staging their listings, giving them virtual makeovers. Poll Shows Mixed Reactions from Scots over Effect of Independence on Home prices
Scotland and England may soon get a divorce, but what effect will the separation (if there is one) have on home prices in the "greatest country on earth"? Orlando Scandrick Buys Woodland Hills Home for $1.75 Million
Orlando Scandrick, the Dallas Cowboys cornerback, has reportedly purchased a home in Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, for $1.75 million. David Arquette Buys $7.15 Million Los Angeles Compound
David Arquette, the "Scream" actor who was once married to co-star Courtney Cox, has reportedly dropped $7.15 million on a plush mansion in South Plymouth, Los Angeles. Danny Granger Sells Hollywood Hills Home for $3.8 Million
Danny Granger, the small forward who currently plays for the NBA team "Miami Heat", has reportedly sold his home in the Hollywood Hills for $3.8 million. ‘Supernatural’ Jensen Ackles Finds Buyer for Malibu Home
Jensen Ackles, the hunky actor who plays the role of the elder brother of the Winchester duo in the superhit horror series "Supernatural", has managed to find a buyer for his Malibu home as the residence has gone under contract within days of listing. Amazon Moving UK Offices to New Norman Foster Building in London (PHOTOS)
Amazon Inc., the famous e-commerce giant, has reportedly signed a lease to move its U.K. offices to a new Norman Foster-designed office building in the suburbs of London and we have a few renderings of the new tower. Study Links Green Neighborhoods To Healthy Babies
People living in green neighborhoods tend to have healthier babies, according to a new joint study conducted by the Oregon State University and the University of British Columbia. Cain Velasquez Reduces Price of California Home to $1.59 Million
Cain Velasquez, the martial arts expert who is currently a UFC heavyweight champion, has reportedly reduced the price of his Gilroy, Calif., home to $1.59 million. Reese Witherspoon Drops $12.7 Million on Pacific Palisades Home
Reese Witherspoon, the "Legally Blonde" actress, has reportedly purchased a recently-renovated home in Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles for $12.7 million. Kirsten Dunst’s SoHo Pad Available for Rent at $12,500 A Month
Kirsten Dunst, the "Spider Man" actress, has reportedly put her residence in the SoHo neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City, for rent asking $12,500 a month. HSBC Settles Faulty Mortgage Lawsuit with FHFA for $550 Million
HSBC, the famous British banking giant, announced Friday that it has settled a faulty mortgage lawsuit with the U.S. Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) for $550 million after it was found guilty of selling shoddy home loans to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Good Schools Tend to Push Up Home Prices, Redfin Study
Areas that have high rated schools tend to be more expensive, according to a new Redfin Study. Areas that have high rated schools tend to be more expensive, according to a new Redfin Study. 21st Century Fox Moving from Manhattan Headquarters?
21st Century Fox, the famous media company run by Rupert Murdoch, is reportedly looking to move its headquarters from downtown Manhattan, New York City. Michael ‘Flea’ Balzary Unloads Griffith Park Residence for $6 Million
Michael Balzary, better known as Flea - the bassist for rock band "Red Hot Chili Peppers" - has reportedly found a buyer for his Griffith Park, Los Angeles, home selling it for $6 million. Mila Kunis Sells Los Angeles House for $3.82 Million Before Due Date
Mila Kunis, the "Friends With Benefits" actress, has reportedly sold her home in Los Angeles for $3.82 million just days before her due date. Orlando Magic’s Ben Gordon Discounts Northbrook Home Price to $425,000
Benjamin "Ben" Gordon, the shooting guard for NBA team "Orlando Magic", has reportedly lowered the price of his Northbrook, Ill., home to $425,000 and might have found a buyer for the house as well.
