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fromSFGATE
22 hours ago
LA real estate

Just Approved: Patience, timing, and strategy: A dream realized against the odds

Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
19 hours ago

Homeowners shift toward stay and upgrade' mindset, Citizens finds

Homeowners prioritize financial security and renovations over relocation, with a strong demand for home improvement and a need for better financing education.
fromFortune
3 days ago
NYC real estate

The housing affordability crisis isn't just crushing millennials-it's squeezing out buyers in their 50s and older too | Fortune

The average age of first-time homebuyers remains in the mid-30s, with declining home ownership affecting all age groups equally.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago
Real estate

Homebuyers stressed amid stretched budgets, fraud concerns

Recent homebuyers face high prices and interest rates, with many exceeding budgets and experiencing stress during the homebuying process.
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
22 hours ago

Just Approved: Patience, timing, and strategy: A dream realized against the odds

A determined buyer successfully navigated the CalHFA Dream program to secure a home with minimal out-of-pocket costs.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
19 hours ago

Homeowners shift toward stay and upgrade' mindset, Citizens finds

Homeowners prioritize financial security and renovations over relocation, with a strong demand for home improvement and a need for better financing education.
NYC real estate
fromFortune
3 days ago

The housing affordability crisis isn't just crushing millennials-it's squeezing out buyers in their 50s and older too | Fortune

The average age of first-time homebuyers remains in the mid-30s, with declining home ownership affecting all age groups equally.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

Homebuyers stressed amid stretched budgets, fraud concerns

Recent homebuyers face high prices and interest rates, with many exceeding budgets and experiencing stress during the homebuying process.
#housing-affordability
East Bay real estate
fromwww.amny.com
16 hours ago

Lots' of potential: Menin says City Council will launch advisory group to cut red tape, develop small vacant sites for new housing | amNewYork

City Council creates an Advisory Group on Housing Affordability to develop housing on 3,000 vacant lots, potentially generating 35,000 new units.
East Bay real estate
fromwww.amny.com
16 hours ago

Lots' of potential: Menin says City Council will launch advisory group to cut red tape, develop small vacant sites for new housing | amNewYork

City Council creates an Advisory Group on Housing Affordability to develop housing on 3,000 vacant lots, potentially generating 35,000 new units.
#home-renovation
NYC real estate
fromAol
1 day ago

She Transformed a "Grimy" Brooklyn Apartment in Just 2 Weeks - The Kitchen Cost Under $300

Sarah Ingle transformed a neglected apartment in Clinton Hill into a meaningful home, embracing the challenge of renovation and personal growth.
NYC real estate
fromAol
1 day ago

She Transformed a "Grimy" Brooklyn Apartment in Just 2 Weeks - The Kitchen Cost Under $300

Sarah Ingle transformed a neglected apartment in Clinton Hill into a meaningful home, embracing the challenge of renovation and personal growth.
NYC real estate
fromAol
1 day ago

She Transformed a "Grimy" Brooklyn Apartment in Just 2 Weeks - The Kitchen Cost Under $300

Sarah Ingle transformed a neglected apartment in Clinton Hill into a meaningful home, embracing the challenge of renovation and personal growth.
NYC real estate
fromAol
1 day ago

She Transformed a "Grimy" Brooklyn Apartment in Just 2 Weeks - The Kitchen Cost Under $300

Sarah Ingle transformed a neglected apartment in Clinton Hill into a meaningful home, embracing the challenge of renovation and personal growth.
NYC real estate
fromAol
1 day ago

She Transformed a "Grimy" Brooklyn Apartment in Just 2 Weeks - The Kitchen Cost Under $300

Sarah Ingle transformed a neglected apartment in Clinton Hill into a meaningful home, embracing the challenge of renovation and personal growth.
NYC real estate
fromAol
1 day ago

She Transformed a "Grimy" Brooklyn Apartment in Just 2 Weeks - The Kitchen Cost Under $300

Sarah Ingle transformed a neglected apartment in Clinton Hill into a meaningful home, embracing the challenge of renovation and personal growth.
New York City
fromSFGATE
17 hours ago

N.Y.C. Homeowners Can Now Apply for Up to $395,000 to Add a Dwelling Unit

New York City homeowners can apply for the Plus One ADU program, offering financial assistance to add accessory dwelling units.
#affordable-housing
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
1 day ago

Starting At $788 For A Studio, Affordable Apartments Break Ground In Brooklyn

A new affordable housing development in Cypress Hills will provide 213 units, including supportive housing and community space, near transit access.
Mission District
fromMission Local
3 days ago

Sam Devdhara is making money at the bottom of S.F.'s housing market

Sam Devdhara successfully renovates distressed SRO hotels in San Francisco, leveraging city and nonprofit support to create affordable housing.
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

L.A. Redrew Its Affordable Housing Linkage Fee Map Into Smaller Neighborhood Zones. Here's What's Next

Los Angeles has updated its Affordable Housing Linkage Fee maps, affecting project fees and requirements based on new neighborhood-based zones.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Why should we care about housing in the local elections?

Affordable housing is a critical issue in London's local elections, with councils facing significant pressures and responsibilities.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Greenwich Village advocates raise concerns about massive planned affordable housing development | amNewYork

Community advocates oppose a 31-story affordable housing project due to concerns over the developer's history as a problematic landlord.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
1 day ago

Starting At $788 For A Studio, Affordable Apartments Break Ground In Brooklyn

A new affordable housing development in Cypress Hills will provide 213 units, including supportive housing and community space, near transit access.
Mission District
fromMission Local
3 days ago

Sam Devdhara is making money at the bottom of S.F.'s housing market

Sam Devdhara successfully renovates distressed SRO hotels in San Francisco, leveraging city and nonprofit support to create affordable housing.
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

L.A. Redrew Its Affordable Housing Linkage Fee Map Into Smaller Neighborhood Zones. Here's What's Next

Los Angeles has updated its Affordable Housing Linkage Fee maps, affecting project fees and requirements based on new neighborhood-based zones.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Why should we care about housing in the local elections?

Affordable housing is a critical issue in London's local elections, with councils facing significant pressures and responsibilities.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Greenwich Village advocates raise concerns about massive planned affordable housing development | amNewYork

Community advocates oppose a 31-story affordable housing project due to concerns over the developer's history as a problematic landlord.
Renovation
fromTime Out London
6 hours ago

This iconic abandoned south London building, which was designed by a famous architect, is up for sale

The Rotunda in Woolwich Common is set to be transformed into a music and theatre venue after being listed for commercial partnership.
#wood-quay
London politics
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Dublin City Council sets aside 10m for work on existing offices despite plans to demolish Wood Quay complex

Local authority plans to demolish Wood Quay HQ after relocating to Camden Yard, yet allocates €10.3m for renovations and upgrades.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Dublin City Council sets aside 10m for work on Wood Quay office HQ due for demolition

Local authority plans to demolish Wood Quay HQ after relocating to Camden Yard, despite allocating €10.3m for renovations and upgrades.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Dublin City Countil sets aside 10m for work on Wood Quay office HQ due for demolition

Local authority plans to demolish Wood Quay HQ after relocating to Camden Yard, yet allocates €10.3m for renovations and upgrades.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Dublin City Council sets aside 10m for work on existing offices despite plans to demolish Wood Quay complex

Local authority plans to demolish Wood Quay HQ after relocating to Camden Yard, yet allocates €10.3m for renovations and upgrades.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Dublin City Council sets aside 10m for work on Wood Quay office HQ due for demolition

Local authority plans to demolish Wood Quay HQ after relocating to Camden Yard, despite allocating €10.3m for renovations and upgrades.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Dublin City Countil sets aside 10m for work on Wood Quay office HQ due for demolition

Local authority plans to demolish Wood Quay HQ after relocating to Camden Yard, yet allocates €10.3m for renovations and upgrades.
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

The housing trend reinventing the California suburbs

Megan Keithly's experience reflects a growing trend where new homeowners prioritize living near working farms, engaging in activities like making homemade diaper cream from local ingredients.
Agriculture
#real-estate
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
16 hours ago

First-time buyers shrinking presence what it means for agents

The decline of first-time buyers to 21% shifts real estate agents' focus from volume to expertise and long-term client relationships.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
16 hours ago

First-time buyers shrinking presence what it means for agents

The decline of first-time buyers to 21% shifts real estate agents' focus from volume to expertise and long-term client relationships.
Boston
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Boston Council Proposes Eliminating Residential Parking Minimums Citywide

Ending residential parking minimums in Boston could increase housing viability and reshape urban development.
UK politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 day ago

Owners of worthless' 850k Camden flats say Labour politicians treated them like pawns'

A Camden resident faces severe structural issues in his flat, claiming it is worthless, while criticizing political exploitation of his situation.
Environment
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

Ideology of Performance: Sustainability and the Limits of Efficiency

Sustainability in the built environment focuses on optimizing consumption rather than reducing it, leading to continued resource consumption growth.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog California
4 days ago

Bill to Exempt L.A. from Housing Density Near-Transit Bill Heads to the Senate Housing Committee Tomorrow - Streetsblog California

Senate Bill 1361 aims to exempt L.A. Metro from state density mandates near transit stops, amid local opposition to previous legislation.
Philosophy
fromThe Village Voice
4 days ago

Historic Preservation as Cultural Self-Reflection: Reclaiming Stories, Identity, and Meaning in a Changing Urban Landscape - The Village Voice

Historic preservation is a cultural practice that shapes community identity and values, rather than merely a technical effort to protect old buildings.
#home-buying
Healthcare
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

Real estate investors are buying up long-term care facilities. Residents can suffer

Pearlene Darby died from infections and bedsores after alleged neglect in a nursing home, leading to a lawsuit against the facility and its owner.
Real estate
fromKOMO
13 hours ago

Office market on road to recovery thanks to tighter supply rather than booming demand

The office market is rebounding with strong leasing activity, decreased vacancy rates, and rising rents, indicating a post-pandemic recovery.
fromwww.brownstoner.com
20 hours ago

Brooklyn Open Houses: A Park Slope Limestone

The open house at 531 1st Street in Park Slope is priced at $7.5 million and will be held on Sunday, April 26, from 12-1 p.m., by appointment only.
NYC real estate
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
19 hours ago

LA apartment owners on split court decision over relocation, evictions: Still not enough to justify investment

AAGLA's partial legal victory against Los Angeles ordinances offers some relief but highlights ongoing regulatory challenges for multifamily property owners.
Renovation
fromPortland Monthly
15 hours ago

Property Watch: A Rare Prairie School-Style Home in Portland, Remodeled

The Irvington house features delightful surprises and historical details, restored beautifully during a $1 million remodel in 2017.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
20 hours ago

Construction starts to redesign Madison Avenue bus lanes | amNewYork

Construction is underway to extend double bus lanes on Madison Avenue, improving bus speed and reliability for 92,000 daily riders.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
1 day ago

This Barely-Functional Kitchen Was Fixed for Just $550

Small, budget-friendly kitchen upgrades can significantly improve functionality and aesthetics without a complete renovation.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Greens promise 'affordable' leases to help High Streets

The Green Party plans to revive high streets by creating affordable leases for local businesses and using compulsory purchase orders for empty shops.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

Opinion: Most Empty Rent-Stabilized Apartments Don't Need a Lot to be Habitable

Landlords are warehousing thousands of rent-stabilized apartments despite low vacancy rates, citing high costs that may not reflect actual repair needs.
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 day ago

Creston House / Mork-Ulnes Architects

Mork-Ulnes Architects has just completed a restoration of a Roger Lee-designed home in the Berkeley Hills, honoring its mid-century roots while thoughtfully updating the space for modern living.
Renovation
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 hours ago

Home Equity Emerges as a Generational Growth Strategy for Originators

Home equity is becoming a key strategy for lenders as homeowners seek liquidity without refinancing low-rate mortgages.
Renovation
fromBrownstoner
1 day ago

The Insider: Crown Heights Reno Burnishes Landmarked House

A thorough renovation transformed a historic townhouse into a modern single-family home while preserving its original features.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
2 days ago

OC continues to outpace LA on office conversions

Orange County outpaces Los Angeles in office conversions due to development-friendly processes and discounted office space availability.
New York City
fromCity Limits
2 days ago

Opinion: A Better Plan for 1727 Amsterdam Ave.

New York City Council's decision to demolish a health center in Harlem raises concerns about equity and community involvement in urban planning.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Fairway or driveway? The furious debate over building houses on golf courses

Protesters oppose a housing development on Enderby Golf Course, emphasizing the need to preserve green spaces and affordable housing.
East Bay real estate
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Rockridge Trader Joe's Could Be Redeveloped as Senior Living Towers

Align Real Estate proposes a large senior living development at the Rockridge Trader Joe's site in Oakland, featuring two high-rise towers.
NYC real estate
fromNew York Post
18 hours ago

Exclusive | Rare Brooklyn carriage house lists for $5.8M on a hidden street where homes almost never sell

A historic 19th-century carriage house in Brooklyn Heights is on the market for $5.795 million.
Real estate
fromFast Company
2 hours ago

What earnings for America's largest homebuilder reveal about the housing market

D.R. Horton reduced unsold completed homes from 8,400 in Q2 2025 to 5,500 in Q2 2026 by managing inventory and adjusting starts.
Boston real estate
fromBrownstoner
1 day ago

Williamsburg Loft Condo Asks $1.425 Million

This one-bedroom loft features modern finishes, big windows, and built-in storage in a converted factory building in Williamsburg.
Renovation
fromApartment Therapy
1 day ago

She Transformed a "Grimy" Brooklyn Apartment in Just 2 Weeks - The Kitchen Cost Under $300

Finding a new apartment can lead to personal growth and transformation.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Controversial hotel and housing complex approved in West Hollywood

West Hollywood City Council approved a controversial seven-story mixed-use project to address housing needs despite local opposition.
#housing-market
fromBoston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
1 day ago
Boston real estate

Why Decoupling Boston Condo Commissions Failed To Lower Condo Cost Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

Decoupling commissions has not reduced housing costs due to persistent low supply and high demand in the market.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Housing inventory rises, but sellers are still adjusting pricing

The spring housing market shows rising inventory and new listings, but pricing remains stagnant, indicating a timing issue between supply and seller expectations.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Housing inventory rises, but sellers are still adjusting pricing

The spring housing market shows rising inventory and new listings, but pricing remains stagnant, indicating a timing issue between supply and seller expectations.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

A moment that changed me: I thought landlords were unchallengeable until I met one of mine at a party

A chance encounter with a former landlord reveals the complexities of tenant-landlord relationships and personal feelings of powerlessness.
Renovation
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

How the post-war homebuilders built the modern playbook

The modern American homebuilding industry is rooted in post-WWII innovations that transformed construction into a systematic, efficient process.
Real estate
fromSFGATE
22 hours ago

Sound Off: Do you ever virtually stage listings? What are the pros and cons?

Virtual staging is a cost-effective alternative to traditional staging, enhancing buyer visualization while presenting challenges in emotional connection.
NYC real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Newark housing market outpaces cooling New Jersey

Newark's real estate market is thriving due to increased demand, luxury developments, and its proximity to Manhattan, despite historical stigmas.
Boston real estate
fromKqed
2 days ago

'They're Bleeding Us Dry': Rent Hikes, Evictions in California Mobile Home Parks | KQED

Residents face significant rent increases and feel powerless against management's decisions.
#mortgage-industry
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

We may finally be near the bottom of the mortgage market cycle

The mortgage industry is cyclical, requiring a focus on fundamentals during unstable times to ensure long-term success.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

The GPS for equity: Building the industry's first true navigation infrastructure

The mortgage industry must shift focus from speed to helping borrowers navigate complex financial decisions.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

We may finally be near the bottom of the mortgage market cycle

The mortgage industry is cyclical, requiring a focus on fundamentals during unstable times to ensure long-term success.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

The GPS for equity: Building the industry's first true navigation infrastructure

The mortgage industry must shift focus from speed to helping borrowers navigate complex financial decisions.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
2 days ago

While Many NYCHA Residents Remain Skeptical of Private Management, This Red Hook Tenant Leader Sees An Opportunity

Red Hook West is moving forward with the PACT program to enhance public housing and tenant involvement.
#tax-policy
NYC real estate
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

New York wants to tax empty second homes. Here's what happened in cities that tried it.

Mayor Mamdani proposes a tax on multimillion-dollar pieds-a-terre owned by non-residents to raise revenue for New York City.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Op-Ed | NYC's proposed pied-a-terre won't fix the problem | amNewYork

Taxing the rich may not effectively address complex financial issues facing constituents and could harm the city's economy.
NYC real estate
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

New York wants to tax empty second homes. Here's what happened in cities that tried it.

Mayor Mamdani proposes a tax on multimillion-dollar pieds-a-terre owned by non-residents to raise revenue for New York City.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Op-Ed | NYC's proposed pied-a-terre won't fix the problem | amNewYork

Taxing the rich may not effectively address complex financial issues facing constituents and could harm the city's economy.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Taylor Morrison pares incentives and leans into buyer choice

Taylor Morrison's Q1 2026 performance reflects a strategic intent to prioritize customer conviction over transactional coercion, emphasizing a mindset of winning hearts and minds rather than competing solely on price.
Real estate
#brooklyn
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
4 days ago

Where Have All the Normal Windows Gone?

Large windows in new builds are popular but come with practical drawbacks like limited ventilation and difficulty finding suitable curtains.
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
4 days ago

Where Have All the Normal Windows Gone?

Large windows in new builds are popular but come with practical drawbacks like limited ventilation and difficulty finding suitable curtains.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

When standard DSCR falls short: What real estate investors should know about no-ratio financing

More investor deals are struggling to meet standard DSCR due to high home prices and transitional properties, leading to increased interest in No-Ratio financing.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

If you want housing abundance, let the market work

Good urbanism should transcend politics. Socialists and capitalists can walk the same neighborhood and agree it's a pleasant place to live. They can each appreciate the tree canopy, the corner café with people spilling onto the sidewalk, the mix of ages on bikes and on foot, the architectural details of older buildings, and so on.
Philosophy
NYC real estate
fromHoodline
3 days ago

Developers Buy Contested Atlantic Avenue Site in Brooklyn

Developers have acquired key properties in the Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan area to pursue a mixed-use project aligned with new zoning rules.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

If you want a stronger exit, build earnings beyond real estate commissions

Brokerages should consider title ownership to enhance earnings, diversify revenue, and improve valuation beyond traditional commission-based metrics.
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
5 days ago

Top 10 Brooklyn Listings: A Greenpoint Row House

Bay Ridge co-op, Prospect Lefferts Gardens row house, and Park Slope brownstone are the most popular listings this week.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

AI isn't to blame for the housing crisis

Artificial intelligence is shifting from a political target to a focus of federal regulation and innovation, particularly in the housing sector.
NYC real estate
from48 hills
1 week ago

The best and worst of CA housing policy, on display at UCLA conference - 48 hills

The Yimby narrative on housing is challenged by evidence showing economic inequality, not regulation, drives high housing prices.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

Why cost discipline is replacing cost cutting in apartment operations

Operators face rising costs and must adapt strategies to maintain resident satisfaction without overspending.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

Home inspection trends reshaping the 2026 housing market

The home inspection industry is evolving, impacting mortgage processes through standard thermal imaging and video walkthrough reports.
Real estate
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

Here's What's Blocking You From Getting the Best Housing Deals

Real estate innovation struggles with distribution, preventing new technologies from reaching consumers despite advancements in proptech.
fromwww.facilitiesdive.com
2 months ago

All eyes on utilization: How CRE leaders are rethinking building space

The global average building utilization rate dramatically jumped in 2025 to 53%, the highest since before the pandemic, validating the effectiveness of hybrid strategies in driving more in-office activity, according to CBRE. Utilization rates were 38% in 2024 and 35% in 2023, compared to the 65% that most respondents to CBRE's global workplace occupancy benchmarking program identified as their target.
Real estate
Real estate
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

High-End Construction Really Does Help Everyone

Expanding market-rate and subsidized housing can lower citywide prices by creating cascading vacancies that let lower-income households move into cheaper units.
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