The ultra-wealthy are finding new ways to shop for their dream homes—they’re “subscribing” to developers and joining waiting lists instead. By joining a waiting list, buyers aren’t just waiting for a house:... Read more »
It often feels as if homes in the Bay Area get snapped up almost immediately after they go on the market. But the reality is a bit different. In May, 55% of... Read more »
Every week, a real estate company announces a new artificial intelligence product – reminding me of the days when every business put out a press release to say it launched a website.... Read more »
In an attempt to clear space for a planned expansion of the 710 Freeway, Caltrans seized 400 homes by eminent domain along a five-mile stretch in the 1960s, displacing hundreds of families.... Read more »
A seven-bedroom house in Silicon Valley listed less than a month ago for just under $700,000 is in escrow after receiving multiple offers. While it may appear a potential buyer has scored... Read more »
As the Supreme Court weighs whether cities can criminalize sleeping outdoors or in tents, Los Angeles is attempting to combat homelessness with tiny homes criticized by some as ‘inhumane.’ Source link Read more »
For most buyers, mortgages are the cornerstone of purchasing a home. Sometimes a second mortgage is necessary, too, to cover the down payment, for instance. But what happens if that second mortgage... Read more »
The vulnerability of county-level housing markets varies across the country, but it’s areas on both coasts that may be at the greatest risk if a downturn occurs. Source link Read more »