Real Estate
The local shopping malls of the Nixon era proved a lure too tempting to resist for millions of 1970s teens and young adults. The mammoth monuments to consumerism were besieged by youthful Baby Boomers, who shelled out hard-earned greenbacks at stores like Radio Shack, Just Jeans, The Limited, Kinney Shoes…
The explosion of views from this modern waterfront condominium on Norway’s island of Tromsøya is a feast for the eyes: the ocean, fjords, the iconic church known as the Arctic Cathedral and majestic mountains. Yet, despite the feeling of being enveloped by awe-inspiring beauty, the harborfront setting in old town…
When it comes to the Manhattan real estate market, new development condos have traditionally traded at a premium compared to resale buildings. These new condos offer modern amenities, state-of-the-art features, and contemporary designs that cater to buyers seeking a luxurious and convenient lifestyle. However, as buildings age, an interesting phenomenon…
Pottery Barn Teen and Pottery Barn Kids recently launched a collaboration with Rifle Paper Co that’s just the right mix of cheerful and charming. It’s what every contemporary design lover has been waiting for. Allison Spampanato, Senior Vice President of Product Design And Development for Pottery Barn Kids tells me,…
El Martinete, a storied mansion on southern Spain’s Costa del Sol, is alive with its glamorous past. Located along the Mediterranean Sea in Marbella, an international tourist destination in the Andalusia area, the estate occupies a prime spot on what is known as the Golden Mile―a stretch of waterfront second…
For many the number one driver in selecting a residence is the desire to reside within one of New York City’s most charming, upscale and historic neighborhoods. An extra bounty of exclusivity is conferred upon those New Yorkers who select residential buildings directly influenced by the city streets and structures…
It’s no secret that there’s a housing shortage in the U.S. and there’s plenty of blame to go around for its myriad causes. These range from the homebuilding industry citing laws and regulations like California’s Environmental Quality Act (popularly known as CEQA), to immigration advocates pointing out a shortage of…
A recent analysis reveals that homeowners pay nearly $15,000 a year in hidden costs. We’ve already covered why monthly mortgage payments are higher than anticipated because of such factors as property taxes, insurance, and issues revealed during the underwriting process. However, a new study by Zillow and Thumbtack reveals that…
Follow the Willamette River south from Portland, Oregon, and you come to the picture-postcard community of Lake Oswego, one of the wealthiest places in the state. It’s 15 minutes from the city but feels light years away. Terry Sprague of Luxe real estate brokerage firm describes Lake Oswego as a…
What’s on tap for the stock market in 2023? Even halfway through the first quarter, there isn’t a strong indication which direction markets will go. The best we can say is that uncertainty will be the theme. That uncertainty may play well for real estate investment trusts (REITs), which own…