Real estate News
Realtor rules just changed dramatically. Here’s what buyers and sellers can expect
So long, 6% commission.For decades, real estate commissions have been somewhat standardized, with most home sellers paying 5% to 6% commission to cover both the listing agent and the buyer’s agent. On Friday, everything changed.A landmark ag...
Rates, Loans & Customer Feedback
Pros and cons of Better Mortgage Better Mortgage pros: Digital platform with live rates and fast preapprovals One Day Mortgage program provides a loan commitment in 24 hours Offers loans for manufactured homes and self-employed bo...
Boutique Hotel Pitched for Allen Street Amid Dry Pipeline
Manhattan may soon get what has become an increasingly uncommon sight: a ground-up hotel.Harlem-based developer Artifact filed plans for a nine-story, 40-key hotel at 23-27 Allen Street on the edge of Chinatown and the Lower East Side, accordin...
How to Sell a Teardown House: Complete Seller’s Guide
Key Takeaways: Teardown houses are often worth more for their land than their structures. Pricing should reflect location, lot size, and redevelopment potential. Selling as-is saves money on unnecessary repairs. Zoning, demolition costs,...
From static photos to immersive experiences
In the hyper competitive real estate marketplace, photos often will determine whether a listing stands out or gets overlooked. Buyers make decisions about listings instantly when shopping online, and agents who aim to shine can’t rely on...
An office portfolio in distress
Things just keep getting worse for Norman Kravetz.The Realty Bancorp Equities principal defaulted this summer on the commercial mortgage-backed securities debt connected to a five-office-property portfolio, and now faces calls to cede control t...
Profit margin on flipping a home is at a 17-year low due to high prices
LOS ANGELES — It pays less and less to buy and flip a home these days.From April through June, the typical home flipped by an investor resulted in a 25.1% return on investment, before expenses. That’s the lowest profit margin for such tr...
Washington First-Time Home Buyer | Programs & Grants 2025
What to know about buying a house in Washington If you’re a Washington first-time home buyer, you can face some hurdles. But take heart. The Evergreen State offers extensive support, ranging from free homebuyer education to special mo...
