By Jonathan Deesing You’ve torn out the old carpet and replaced the kitchen cabinets, and your renovation is almost complete. Before you put everything back together, consider including some high-tech features on your list of remodeling must-haves. Adding a few new smart devices is a cinch when you’re in the process of remodeling—why not make a little room in...
While the White House may be the most expensive fake home listing, this listing for a newly built Bel Air estate takes the cake for the priciest pad at a shocking $250 million. With it’s own heli-pad and a 12-car garage, this space looks more like a mod office complex than a private dwelling. Some of it’s lux amenities include: a moat (?!), an arcade with a wall...
Here's a lesson about what not to do on social media. There are so many pros to connecting on the web: social media expands your reach, helps you build your sphere of influence, and ultimately, helps you strengthen relationships that are necessary to fuel your business. Unfortunately, the free exchange we value so much on the internet and social media has also encouraged...
The Honuala’i Estate is a majestic oceanfront residence comprised of 1.16 acres with approximately 450 feet of prime ocean frontage on the Kohala Coast. Located near several world class beaches on the Big Island of Hawaii, the home boasts 7,744 of square feet inside, six bedrooms, seven-and-a-half baths, and views that’ll take your breath away. Every fine detail...
By Caroline Davis Reaching thousands of people with a single post, sharing property information, and geo-targeting potential clients with paid ads are all benefits of using social platforms for your real estate business. When using any platform, however, there are specific steps you can take to optimize your efforts, especially when posting photos or updates. Luckily,...
Can a groundhog and his shadow predict the strength of the housing market? Here is what happened the past 20 years in real estate when Punxsutawney Phil climbed out of his hole; does seeing his shadow extend to real estate? You decide. Shadow of a Doubt: Groundhog Day and Real Estate Year Shadow Home Sales Increase Home Price Increase Year Shadow Home...
Pool tables are often a fixture of basement remodeling; they’re a great way for children and adults to enjoy their time. However, installing these tables may not be as easy as one would think. Imagine finishing your basement remodel and realizing your spacing is off and you don’t have enough room to play. It’s a nightmare that happens far too often. Below we’ve...
The world's wealthy have their pick of places to call home—and those places, according to a new report, run the gamut of the globe. The Global Property Handbook, published by Barnes International, Warburg Realty and Wealth-X, ranks the "Alpha" housing markets that are drawing elite in search of luxury real estate, based on "emotional," "financial" and "practical"...
The list price of Ricky Martin's Upper East Side apartment, which took the stage in October at $8.4 million, has been lowered to $7.1 million. The 3,147-square-foot unit is at 170 East End Ave., a luxury high-rise involving famed fashion boutique architect Peter Marino, who has conceptualized stores for Calvin Klein, Dior and Louis Vuitton. Martin's apartment, 7AB,...
By Kyla Stelling Now that the wedding is over, you and your spouse are ready for the next exciting milestone: home ownership. But there are so many factors you need to keep in mind and you want it to be a pleasant house hunting experience. The following are just a few things you should take into account when you’re in the market for a new home. Neighborhood Marriage...