Today, high-net-worth homebuyers paying eight- and nine-figure prices for estates and trophy properties covet luxury amenities to elevate their lifestyle and personal brand. Here are several fine offerings for that discerning buyer. Beverly Hills, California: Art as Architecture This new contemporary Beverly Hills estate in Benedict Canyon offered at $10,750,000 is the latest timeless offering …
5 Home Features Buyers Will Pay Extra For
Buying a home, especially when it’s the first time, is not an easy decision. You want to get everything in just one go – an air conditioning system, stainless steel kitchen appliances, laundry room and even a lush garden. So, let’s take a look what are the home features that people are willing to spend …
4 Major Things to Consider Before Purchasing a Vacation Home
Do you dream of escaping to your own luxury chalet in the mountains? Or perhaps your ideal getaway is a beachfront bungalow with an ocean view? Whatever your idea of a golden retirement, buying a vacation home is considered a lifestyle investment, because beyond a property, it allows you to plan for the future. As …
Buying a House: 6 Things To Consider
When you are planning to buy a house, there are (at least) 1001 things to consider, and very often we tend to overlook some things because we don’t know about them. To help you out, we’ve gathered some essential things you should never forget when buying a house! 1) Dare to Try Different Banks This …
Top Real Estate Negotiation Strategies From the Pros
Let’s face the facts. At the core of your fiduciary duty to your customer is the idea that you must work hard to get the best price for them. So if you shy away from negotiation, you need to toughen up and learn from the best. As John F. Kennedy said, “Never negotiate out of …
What Questions To Ask Yourself Before Buying Your First House?
Buying your first house marks the beginning of a new life, and is a milestone you want to have no regrets over. Which makes it something that should definitely not be handled lightly! It is also a major purchase, so you will want to ask yourself some questions before signing the contract. In this article, …
Most Affordable Neighborhoods in USA
Finding a home where you would love to live is easy but finding one that also fits your budget? That’s the real challenge. While our research has found that some cities are experiencing a shift towards a buyers market, many metro areas are still largely unaffordable for the typical home buyer. From a rural oasis …
12 Ways the Best Real Estate Agents Wow Their Clients
While good, old-fashioned customer service is certainly essential to impressing real estate clients, the best brokers employ a number of strategies that differentiate them from the rest of the competition. By starting your relationships with clients with effective communication and building trust and confidence, you can take them to the next level with these easy …
Mortgage Misconceptions Set Straight
Getting a mortgage can be a breeze or a slog, depending on what you know about the process. To get organized and set your expectations appropriately, let’s debunk some common mortgage myths. Lenders Use Your Best Credit Scores If you are applying for a mortgage jointly with a co-borrower, logic suggests that your lender would …
Condo Vs. House: The Pros and Cons
As part of the home-buying process, you will have a lot of decisions to make. One of those decisions is whether you should buy a house or a condo . Do you prefer the privacy and independence of a detached single-family house or is the freedom and convenience of condominium living more appealing to you? …