Luxury Homes, Mortgage Services and Real Estate Investing
A murder case in China is raising big questions about how overseas money is flooding into Metro Vancouver’s real estate market. This legal battle, which has been going on for nearly seven years, involves a wealthy Chinese businessman who was killed by another man in 2017. Now, the family of the murdered man is accusing … Read more
Many people think that empty nesters – older adults whose kids have moved out – will soon flood the housing market with homes, making them more affordable. But in reality, this won’t happen as much as some hope. Let’s break down why. In 2022, there were about 20.9 million empty nesters, up from 20.2 million … Read more
The housing market in 2025 could see some growth, but much will depend on what happens with mortgage rates. After a bumpy ride with rates in 2024, Zillow predicts that mortgage rates will slowly decline next year, which could help home sales and prices rise a bit. In 2024, home sales were a bit stronger … Read more
Home sales are expected to soar in 2025, especially in two cities: Virginia Beach, VA, and Colorado Springs, CO. These places are ranked among the top three housing markets for next year, with sales expected to grow by up to 27%! But here’s the twist: unlike most top markets, many homeowners in these cities still … Read more
Luigi Mangione, the man arrested for the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, was living in a high-end apartment in Honolulu just before his arrest. According to reports, the 26-year-old was renting a spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom corner unit at 801 South Street, a luxury building in the city. The apartment, which Mangione is said to … Read more
A surprising Massachusetts city has made its debut at the top of Realtor.com’s hottest housing markets list—Springfield! This is the first time in seven years that Springfield has claimed this spot, and it’s all thanks to its proximity to Boston. Springfield, which has consistently ranked among the top 20 markets for the past few years, … Read more
In the new Netflix show No Good Deed, Lisa Kudrow and Ray Romano star in a hilarious series about the drama and competition of buying a dream home. The story features three couples fighting for a 1920s villa, using wild strategies to win the house. While the show is fictional, the battle for homes is … Read more
If you’re thinking about buying your first home in 2025, you might be surprised to hear that Boston, despite its pricey reputation, is actually a great place for first-time buyers! While the average price for a home in Boston is around $949,000, about 41% of homes in the Boston metro area are priced under $550,000—better … Read more
Immigration in the U.S. has hit its highest level ever under the Biden administration, and this has changed a lot in the housing market. More people from other countries are moving to the U.S., especially in the South, and it’s having a big impact on cities and home prices. Immigrants Are Changing the Housing Market … Read more
Planning to buy a home in 2025? Here’s some tough news: housing prices are expected to go up, and experts are predicting steady growth throughout the year. If you’re renting, though, you might catch a break. Home Prices Are Climbing According to Redfin, home prices will rise by about 4% next year, continuing the upward … Read more