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SAN JOSE - A huge San Jose site once deemed to be a prime candidate for a high-profile tech campus has been bought by a veteran real estate firm with extensive experience in the Bay Area real estate market. The 24-acre property in North San Jose was bought for $50.5 million by an affiliate of Four Corner Properties, according to documents filed Jan. 15 with the Santa Clara County Recorder's Office. BXP, a real estate titan with a coast-to-coast reach that was previously known as Boston Properties, was the seller in the all-cash deal, the county documents show.

Gleaming woodwork, cozy window seats, and shimmering stained glass windows contribute to the lush Gilded Age atmosphere inside this 1890s Queen Anne in Kingston. All those details do come at a price, but the interior looks lovingly cared for with restored original elements and period sympathetic updates. The dwelling on the market at 77 West Chestnut Street is within the Chestnut Street National Register Historic District, which includes substantial dwellings originally constructed for the influential and affluent of Kingston.

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Apartments accounted for more than half of all units last month.

MegPrime, an affiliate and subsidiary of Texas-based Megatel Homes, is set to launch its digital currency, the MP Token, designed as a rewards platform that renters and homeowners can tap into as a financial path to homeownership. As an inducement to participate in the rewards MP Token program, the program will offer up to $25,000 in down payment assistance and homebuyer assistance to renters who sign up.

Invitation Homes' $89 million acquisition of ResiBuilt one of homebuilding mergers and acquisitions' 2026 table-setters is a small deal that can change the rules of engagement and shift the balance of competitive power for two adjacent ecosystems. Here's the context: Single-family rental REITs, with an exception or two, have historically been buyers of homes. Single-family builders have historically been sellers of them.

There are cheaper rents to be found in Roscommon, Monaghan, Donegal, Leitrim and Cavan. But what about day-to-day costs? It's no secret that Dublin is an expensive place to live. In fact, a 2025 report by Tradingpedia found that it's the fifth most expensive capital city in Europe. But what about the other towns across Ireland? Where can you eke out a cheaper way of life, spending less on everything from your morning coffee to your yoga class?

A troubled portfolio of over 5,000 rent stabilized apartments will be sold to a new private landlord, a bankruptcy court judge ruled Friday afternoon after lawyers for the Mamdani administration, the New York Attorney General, and organized tenants had intervened to try and stop it. Residents of the 90-plus building portfolio owned by Pinnacle Group had been pushing a judge to delay Pinnacle's bankruptcy sale and give the city a chance to vet the buyer and put together a competing offer.

California has proposed the Billionaire Tax Act, which would impose a one-time 5% tax on residents worth over $1 billion. Page, whose net worth is $269 billion as of January according to Forbes, isn't giving California the option to tax him and is deserting the Golden State for a state on the opposite extreme of taxing the wealthy: Florida. The proposed bill, which doesn't appear on the ballot until November, would retroactively tax billionaires living in California as of January 1.

Built in the late 1700s and dubbed the "Halcyon House," the Georgetown property at 3400 Prospect St., NW, has just become the most expensive residential real estate sale in DC's history, according to Compass. The buyer is Joshua Harris, the owner of the Washington Commanders, and his wife, Marjorie, according to the Wall Street Journal. The news comes after the Commanders recently unveiled the design for their new stadium.

MetroList is proud to welcome the Madera County Association of Realtors and its members, said Dave Howe, president and CEO of MetroList. MAR is deeply committed to professionalism, education and community values that align closely with MetroList's mission. This partnership represents a shared vision for innovation, collaboration,and long-term success for agents and the consumers they serve.

The contemporary-meets-adobe-style residence features floor-to-ceiling glass, exposed beams, and native stone. A cozy library, where the Oscar winner liked to watch movies, is lined with built-in bookshelves, with a wall of glass opening out onto a balcony and a coffered ceiling lined with mismatched squares of patterned fabric, to aid in soundproofing the space. Other highlights include a step-down living room with a fireplace and expansive window views, a massive eat-in kitchen, and a window-lined dining room with an additional fireplace and outdoor access.

Permanent vs. temporary buydowns A mortgage buydown can take place over a set period of time or the duration of the loan. Permanent mortgage buydown With this option, you'll buy a lower rate for the entirety of the loan term at closing from your lender through discount points. Unlike a temporary mortgage buydown, the rate will never increase. Temporary mortgage buydown With this arrangement, your mortgage interest rates will be reduced for a period of time before returning to the standard amount.

My friends and I are early 30s professionals living in one of America's most expensive cities and making middle-class incomes. None of us can afford to buy or save for a home here. We all rent, but we're not broke. We save for kids and retirement and illness, but a home isn't in the cards. But recently, we think we might have found an unconventional loophole.

Immigrant laborers play a key role in the housing pipeline, especially for the nation's top homebuilding metros, according to a new study from Harvard University's Joint Center for Housing Studies. Research showed a disproportionately high share of foreign-born workers active in the construction trades nationally in 2024. While immigrants made up one in five workers nationally, they composed one in three workers in the construction trades sector.

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is deeply entrenched in the U.S. system. It benefits from decades of investor demand, a robust securitization framework and established insurance support. Once loan terms extend beyond 30 years, those structural advantages begin to erode. There is also a cost that often gets overlooked. A 50-year mortgage dramatically increases the total interest paid over the life of the loan. While monthly payments may appear more manageable, borrowers can end up paying nearly double the interest compared to a traditional 30-year mortgage.

Seeing your property listed for sale online without your knowledge is a tremendous violation and a blatant attempt at theft, Adams said.

Century 21 New Millennium has always been more than a business to me. It is part of my DNA, Hetherington said in a statement. I've been incredibly fortunate to build this company alongside exceptional agents and leaders. While my role is changing, my commitment to NM and its people is not. Serving as chairman allows me to stay actively involved and support Kim as she leads the company forward.

The Invesco KBW Premium Yield Equity REIT ETF ( NYSEARCA:KBWY) offers a 9% yield from a $251 million fund focused on higher-yielding real estate investment trusts. The ETF generates income by holding 30+ REITs that pay dividends from rental income across healthcare, industrial, hospitality, and office properties. How KBWY Generates Its 9% Yield KBWY tracks an index of small and mid-cap REITs selected for above-average dividend yields.

Let's start with the most important stat. According to John Burns Research & Consulting (JBREC), large institutional investors - those that own 100 or more homes - made up just 1.2% of all home purchases in Q3 of 2025 ( see graph below): That's it. Out of every 100 homes sold, only about 1 went to a large institutional investor.

The initiative, a three-way partnership among the city government, the school district, and the local Habitat for Humanity affiliate, is a potential replicable model for expanding the supply of affordable housing while engaging and recruiting more young people into careers in construction and homebuilding. BoulderMOD, a 31,375-square-foot modular housing factory completed last year, hosts a unique high school training program that prepares students for construction careers while they simultaneously rebuild their community.

Streaming's steamy hit "Heated Rivalry" has maintained a lofty perch atop the HBO Max rankings (where it airs in the U.S.) and seems to be equally dominating social media, morning and late-night TV, and even the social feeds of NHL teams. The Boston Bruins nearly broke the internet last month after using the caption "Heated rivalry" on an X post during a game against the Montreal Canadiens.

Construction of hotels has plunged in the Bay Area, a nosedive that was unleashed by stubborn problems for hotel financing and elevated construction costs, a new report from Atlas Hospitality Group shows. An estimated 15 hotels with an aggregate 1,610 rooms were under construction in the Bay Area during 2025, representing a sharp decline from the equivalent totals in 2024, according to the report from Atlas Hospitality. This news organization derived the totals from figures that Atlas Hospitality compiled for its report.

The newest addition, Coldwell Banker Icon, plans to open a South Orange County office by the end of the month and another in Rancho Cucamonga, about 35 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, Rodriguez told The Real Deal. The Inland Empire office will be established through the acquisition of an existing company that, if finalized, will add another 60 agents to the roster. The details of both offices will be disclosed once those moves are finalized.

HomeAdvantage, a real estate benefits program for credit unions, has relaunched its partnership with Affinity Federal Credit Union giving members renewed access to real estate tools, expert guidance and potential savings throughout the home buying and selling process. Through HomeAdvantage, members can access home search tools, local market insights, connections to experienced real estate professionals and cash-back rewards on eligible real estate transactions.

I am not aware of any other states that have this kind of legislation, and this puts Ohio at the top for safeguarding our senior homeowners from foreclosures. While foreclosure on seniors is extremely rare, concerns raised by Ohioans illustrate the need for a clear standard, bill proponents added. House Bill 443 ensures seniors who meet the qualifications will not lose their homes due to tax foreclosure, while still preserving all existing tax collection and treasurer processes.

"That environment teaches you fast," Jesse says. "You learn that excuses don't milk cows. Solutions do."

Joining Coldwell Banker reflects our commitment to delivering an elevated real estate experience, he said. We believe aligning with a traditional brokerage model that values brick-and-mortar locations is essential in today's market, where agents need real support, community and collaboration. We plan to continue expanding throughout Southern California to empower our agents with local offices rooted in the communities they serve.

Australia's Build Tiny has crafted a charming escape that proves small living doesn't have to sacrifice character. The Tallarook Hilltop Tiny House 1 sits perched on a stunning hilltop in rural Victoria, offering sweeping views over Broadford and Kilmore while embracing the raw, unpretentious aesthetic of agricultural architecture. Built on a double-axle trailer, the home's corrugated metal siding and matching roof create an almost utilitarian appearance that feels right at home against the backdrop of Mount Piper and the Tallarook State Forest. This design choice reflects a refreshing departure from the sleek, apartment-style tiny homes that dominate today's market. Instead, Build Tiny has returned to the movement's roots, celebrating the cabin-like simplicity that first inspired people to downsize.

I started out getting vegetables from Goma and selling them in this market. I never expected to be the one rebuilding it decades later, says Bakarani. We have built a market with local people, especially our mothers and sisters, in mind. We have kept the concept of the old one but have enlarged it, and it is more functional. It was a nightmare imagine what it was like for our mothers or sisters selling there exposed to the sun from morning till evening Dieudonne Bakarani

Tech companies are still signing leases in downtown Seattle - but it's not enough to reverse a pandemic-era slide that pushed office vacancy to another record high, reaching 34.7% in Q4. The latest numbers from commercial real estate firm CBRE underscore how hybrid work and shrinking office footprints continue to weigh on a tech-heavy market like Seattle. The vacancy rate is up about two percentage points from a year ago, and a fivefold increase from before the pandemic.

In December, Rithm completed its acquisition of Crestline Management, adding $17 billion in assets under management while growing its capacities in direct lending, fund liquidity solutions, insurance and reinsurance. In November, the company terminated a subservicing agreement with Onity Group subsidiary PHH Mortgage Corp., effective at the end of January 2026. The contract, which lasted for nearly a decade, was tied to a $33 billion portfolio that's comprised mostly of pre-2008 loans.

Our agents now have a community of like-minded investment-curious agents, experienced agent investor professionals and the tools to create their own income and wealth-producing portfolios, Dan Duffy, the CEO of United Real Estate Group, said in a statement. The company said the program is designed to help agents not only boost their income, but also build generational wealth for their families and communities. Due to this, the brokerage said it aligns with its core values of Family, Excellence, Fiscal Responsibility and Seeing Things Differently.

Working and middle-class folks in this community are having a really hard time not only staying, but also finding places to live,

For most Americans, every home purchase is a bit of a gamble. Is now the right time to jump into the market? Can I haggle on the price a bit more? What if mortgage rates drop in a few months? These questions have always made buying a new place feel a little like hitting the blackjack table. For the better part of a century, these implicit bets on future real

Starting February 17, buyers in CRMLS markets will lose access to one of the most important tools for understanding how homes actually sell: the ability to see interior photos of comparable properties once they close. This quiet adjustment limits IDX feeds used by consumer-facing portals reaching hundreds of millions of users monthly to a single primary photo, typically the exterior, for closed listings. Full photo sets remain available inside professional MLS systems.