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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. Home Disclosure: A New Tool to Help Home Buyers
The tool explores 42 aspects that can affect a homeowner's "financial, health and safety security," the firm says. 5 Celebrity Homes That You Can Rent, Anytime
Celebrities who happen to have multiple real estate properties, but do not really need to be in there, rent homes. While these celebrities are not present to check the property if there will be issues with the fixtures or hinges, it will be lovely to think that you are staying in any of these properties. Global Investment Market to Experience 'Great Moderation' in 2016
Investor sentiment toward realty is projected to stay positive, as per Colliers' world capitalist Outlook 2016, discharged on Monday. No Good News for Renters This Year?
Rising mortgage rates may conjointly push rents higher. The Federal Reserve System is anticipated to begin raising interest rates for the primary time in nine years. Home Gym: Is It For You? How To Achieve Your Dream Body Within the Comfort of Your Own Home
Home gyms are slowly becoming the trend for some, as others find it a waste of time traveling to and from their local workout centers. How do you know if a home gym is right for you? 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. 2016 Real Estate Market Foresight
The following are expected in the housing market this year. It is 2016 already and every player in the real estate market are asking the same question. How to Make House Moving A Fun-Filled and Stress-Free Experience
Moving house is often cited as one of the most stressful experience for some people, as such is considered a huge change in one’s life. While some may view it as a stressful and non-appealing activity, how can you minimize stress while moving houses? 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. China Will Solve Real Estate Inventory Problem, JPMorgan Says
JPMorgan Chase & Co reported that China will soon solve its real estate inventory problem through 'human-oriented' urbanization through hukou reform. Home Selling 101: How Certain Design Elements Help Increase Price and Saleability
Selling a house requires time, effort, and patience. Did you know that certain furniture and design elements can help increase your chances of selling your home quickly and at a maximum price? Real Estate 101: How To Sell Your House Quickly Without Lowering the Asking Price
Selling a house is not an easy thing to do. While some people might easily think that their homes are in tip-top condition, and therefore would be sold quickly, they may feel impatient and frustrated when no one seems interested in purchasing, or at least viewing, their homes. Five Simple Tips in Choosing an Area Rug
Planning to buy an area rug? Here are some tips that you can consider in choosing one that will fit your space. 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: Interest Rates vs. Treasury Bonds: Which One Affects Mortgage Rates the Most
Which one affects rise or fall of interest rates? When the Federal Reserve has finally increased interest rates after nearly a decade, many were concerned if this will have a big impact in mortgage rates. 2016 Brings Hope To More "Creditworthy" Mortgage Applicants
The credit-scoring system will be updated this year for the benefit of more mortgage applicants Many say that 2016, might be a good year to buy a home. Airbnb's Top Health Retreats to Visit This 2016
If you are looking for a healthy retreat after the holidays, then here is a list for you from Airbnb where you can spend a serene vacation. Five Real Estate Cliches That Are Actually True
Let us look into some real estate cliches that we have heard many times but are actually true. If you are into real estate, for sure you have heard of the clichés in the industry which may actually be true no matter how overused they may sound. Javits Center To Undergo $1 Billion Expansion as Announced by Governor Cuomo
Governor Cuomo recently announced a $1 billion expansion of the Javits Center aiming to allow more events in the area. UK's Rising Property Values Help Commuting Homeowners Recoup Annual Rail Fares In Days
House prices are rising so fast that home-owning commuters earn capital gains enough to recover their annual rail fare in a matter of days, International Business Times reports. 2.5-Acre Parcel on Mike Tyson's Former Ohio Estate Lists For $150,000
Although it's not really recommended to purchase a home on what's deemed to be a cursed estate, not many people can actually say that they bought a home on Mike Tyson's former Ohio property for $150,000. 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. JPMorgan: China's Real Esate Inventory Problem Is Poised For Correction
It's not looking great for Chinese equities this year, and an analyst is calling on China's real estate market, its most-feared sector, Bloomberg reports. 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. Smoking Ban In Public Housing Under Department of Housing and Urban Development
Expect to see 'No Smoking' signs to crop up in public housings under The Department of Housing and Urban development, Market Place reports. 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. 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. 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.
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