Hurricane Milton is approaching the beautiful sunshine state and it is going to affect not only the already severely damaged coastal communities but also the inland areas of the state. As a native Floridian, I am no stranger to hurricane…
Tiny houses are exploding in popularity—and a new report shows which states have the most homebuyers searching for their own diminutive dwelling to call home. The global market for tiny homes (under 400 square feet) hit $5.61 billion in 2023, and experts predict it could grow to as much as $7.39 billion by 2031, accordingRead …
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While casino mogul Steve Wynn was betting on selling his Central Park South duplex penthouse for $90 million just two years ago, the odds were apparently stacked against him. With no takers, he recently dropped the price of his two-story [New York City](https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-search/New-York_NY) property, which spans the 30th and 31st floors of the Ritz-Carlton ResidencesRead …
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Are you confident that if your home sustained damage from a fire or hurricane that your homeowners insurance policy would provide sufficient funds to rebuild? The devastating property damage from Hurricane Helene is casting a spotlight on that question, and the answer isn’t always what homeowners expect. “Many homeowners don’t understand what they’re covered for,”Read …
Here’s a look at some of the fundamentals of being a real estate agent that are often overlooked — and could mean the difference between a successful business and one that fizzles out when the market gets tough. ❗MORE GREAT…
A Florida-based couple living in their RV pounced on the rare opportunity to build a unique home—with the help of [Disney World](https://www.realtor.com/news/trends/disneys-new-real-estate-development-storyliving-may-not-have-fairy-tale-ending/). Grace and Jacob Kocher acted quickly when the entertainment giant replaced its Fort Wilderness Resort cabins and listed the old ones for sale. “It immediately sparked our interest despite its age and, ofRead …
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Ryan Harper and his wife decided to sell their Santa Clarita, Calif., mansion last year after the insurance premium on it nearly tripled. An exodus of home insurers from the state had left them with a state government insurance policy, as well as a supplemental private one, that cost more than $7,000 a year. TheRead …
Here’s one inventive way to recycle an old wine barrel or two: Build a house! An eye-catching Big Sur, CA, dwelling constructed from two giant redwood wine barrels has hit the market. Dubbed the Barrel House, it was designed by local architect Mickey Muennig, known as “the man who built Big Sur.” Totaling 1,940 squareRead …
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Homes are selling at a slower pace than they have in the last five years—and that’s a good thing for anyone looking to buy a house right now. Realtor.com’s [September Housing Market Report](https://www.realtor.com/research/sep-2024-data/) found that homes spend an average of 55 days on the market, which is seven more days than this time last yearRead …
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ASHEVILLE, N.C.—This city has been booming for a decade, drawing new residents with its beautiful views, artsy vibe and mild weather. The pandemic brought new possibilities for remote work and supercharged population growth. Craft breweries, vintage stores and other small businesses flourished, adding to Asheville’s appeal. Now another unexpected phenomenon has thrown off its statusRead …
