February 26, 2009
For the second consecutive month, sales and traffic for new homes have improved across the nation, according to a recent survey conducted by John Burns Real Estate Consulting.
The February Home Building Executive Survey was compiled using market ratings—which represented thousands of new home communities—from 236 builder executives.
On a scale from one to 10—one being the [...]
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Blog by LaurenV
February 26, 2009
The devastation is incomprehensible. An unbelievable 750-plus homes destroyed, 350,000 hectares of land consumed, with more than 150 lives lost—a number that is sadly expected to rise. Our thoughts extend to all those who have been affected by hell’s fury.
Donations and pledges have reached $70 million AUD, but much more is needed. There are ways [...]
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Blog, news, real estate events, resources by RobertB
February 25, 2009
Although Canada’s banks haven’t dished out risky sub-prime loans and don’t practice some of the questionable trading practices that occurred in the U.S., its real estate market is still slumping, said Pam Alexander, CEO and managing director of North American operations for RE/MAX Ontario-Atlantic Canada Inc. and the Integra Enterprises Corporation.
Alexander was speaking in January [...]
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Blog by Mark
February 23, 2009
Southern California saw its median housing price fall 40 percent in January to $250,000, spurring a 52.5 percent increase in sales of new and previously owned houses and condominiums, according to MDA DataQuick.
The six-county area includes Los Angeles County, where the median sales price dropped to $300,000, its lowest point since April 2003; however, sales [...]
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Blog, luxury homes, news by SarahB
February 18, 2009
Attention football fans—It’s first and goal for a chance to place a bid on the suburban Atlanta home of Atlanta Falcons quarterback, Michael Vick. The home is expected to hit the auction block on March 10th. Previously listed at $4.5 million, the residence will now start with opening bid of $3.2 million. The auction will be [...]
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Blog, celebrities, luxury homes, news, real estate events by RobertB
February 18, 2009
In today’s uncertain economy, a growing number of home sellers are turning to auctions. Many people might consider this selling tactic a desperate move, but when the auction is monitored by the nation’s top-selling real estate group, desperate might be the last word that comes to mind.
Known throughout the worldwide luxury real estate arena for [...]
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Blog, Luxury Agents, luxury homes, news by SarahB
February 17, 2009
The Watermark on Hudson—a WCI Communities, Inc., development—is defined by luxury, uniqueness and location and is not a victim of the down economy.
Located just beyond New York City limits, The Watermark on Hudson is positioned on the Gold Coast in North Bergen, N.J. From the 12-story tower residence one will enjoy New York skyline views [...]
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Blog, luxury communities, luxury homes, news by LaurenV
February 13, 2009
Interior designers, architects and manufacturers are invited to submit their applications for the second annual Earth-Minded Awards. Created by The American Society of Interior Designers and Hospitality Design magazine, the Earth-Minded Awards recognize sustainable design projects and products that are aesthetically pleasing, environmentally innovative, promote sustainability, incorporate recycling and waste management and integrate efficiency.
This year’s [...]
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Blog, news, resources by ShariB
February 11, 2009
Organically shaped bathroom furnishings that look as though they’ve been naturally sculpted and boast precision, high quality, and design, are just a few features of Laufen’s elite collection of designer bathroom offerings.
The Swiss bathroom manufacturer is the first ceramic bathroom product manufacturer in Switzerland, and boasts collections conceptualized by renowned designers and architects.
The Palomba Collection, [...]
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Blog, luxury homes, resources by HollyB
February 10, 2009
The Home Price Index for December was released by the Integrated Asset Services, LLC (IAS). The index reflects a 13.8% decline in house prices for 2008 and an overall decline of 19.1% since the market’s peak at the tail-end of 2006.
The report also notes 10 counties hit the hardest during the national decline, showing that [...]
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