Tuesday, June 26 2012 9:00 PM EDT2012-06-27 01:00:19 GMT
Home design can be intimidating. From finding furniture for an oddly-shaped room to keeping a space somewhat kid-friendly, there are always design challenges. Today, with some help from our friends at
Home design can be intimidating. From finding furniture for an oddly-shaped room to keeping a space somewhat kid-friendly, there are always design challenges. Today, with some help from our friends at west elm, we're tackling three of the most common design dilemmas in the home.
Tuesday, June 26 2012 8:48 PM EDT2012-06-27 00:48:50 GMT
Borrowing from the boat owners' passel of proclamations, may I suggest: "The best two days of a vacation rental owner's life are the day he buys it and the day he sells it…" Those who live near the shore
Those who live near the shore often hear rumors about the piles of money that vacation rentals bring in. "The summer months' rental income pays for the entire year's mortgage," folks will say. That may be true, but what about the rest of the expenses?
Tuesday, June 26 2012 8:41 PM EDT2012-06-27 00:41:16 GMT
We're in the heart of the Grand Slam season, with the French Open wrapped up, Wimbledon on deck and the U.S. Open action for late summer. With the world's greatest players testing themselves on three
While most people are confined to playing in public parks or at tennis clubs, some people are lucky enough to own homes equipped with private courts. In honor of the Grand Slam season, we're serving up some of these spectacular tennis court-sporting homes
Tuesday, June 26 2012 8:36 PM EDT2012-06-27 00:36:44 GMT
Actress Gwyneth Paltrow and rocker husband Chris Martin of Coldplay, are long time East Coast residents, preferring penthouses in Manhattan and a large estate in the Hamptons for their home base.
Actress Gwyneth Paltrow and rocker husband Chris Martin of Coldplay, are long time East Coast residents, but they recently purchased a Brentwood, California.
Tuesday, June 26 2012 8:29 PM EDT2012-06-27 00:29:47 GMT
Reality TV couple Giuliana and Bill Rancic don't own the house that's featured on their show "Giuliana & Bill." In fact, the homes they own are primarily in Chicago, reports The Real Estalker. But for
Home featured on reality TV show "Giuliana and Bill" for sale for $2.395 million.
Monday, June 18 2012 10:15 PM EDT2012-06-19 02:15:30 GMT
Rather than deal with the prospect of selling a home, comedic actor Martin Lawrence is taking the landlord route, listing his home for rent for an astounding $200,000 a month. Lawrence's massive Beverly
Rather than deal with the prospect of selling a home, comedic actor Martin Lawrence is taking the landlord route, listing his home for rent for an astounding $200,000 a month.
Monday, June 18 2012 10:13 PM EDT2012-06-19 02:13:30 GMT
Whether escaping from a saber-toothed tiger or a bad day at the office, men have sought safety in their caves. It's been one constant through the ages. In honor of Father's Day, we've gone in search
Whether escaping from a saber-toothed tiger or a bad day at the office, men have sought safety in their caves. It's been one constant through the ages.
Monday, June 18 2012 10:12 PM EDT2012-06-19 02:12:05 GMT
Jim Carrey's Malibu home recently hit the market for $13.95 million. Situated in the Malibu Colony, the contemporary home features all the necessary amenities for entertaining: an expansive deck with
Jim Carrey's Malibu home recently hit the market for $13.95 million. Situated in the Malibu Colony, the contemporary home features all the necessary amenities for entertaining: an expansive deck with removable walls, master suite balcony, and rooftop deck with hot tub and mood lighting. Likely, the funnyman hosted some of his nearby celebrity neighbors here.
Monday, June 18 2012 10:09 PM EDT2012-06-19 02:09:51 GMT
The buyer of a historic Victorian home in upstate New York fell in love with the gigantic antique mirror in the foyer. The mirror looked as if it were made for the space; it fit perfectly on the wall,
The buyer of a historic Victorian home in upstate New York fell in love with the gigantic antique mirror in the foyer. The mirror looked as if it were made for the space; it fit perfectly on the wall, and the frame matched the surrounding woodwork. In fact, the mirror was so large, the buyer said she "couldn't imagine it going anywhere."
Sunday, June 10 2012 9:46 PM EDT2012-06-11 01:46:43 GMT
Born-and-raised New Yorker Claire Danes may be considered a Hollywood star, but she chooses to live in her childhood neighborhood of SoHo rather than Los Angeles.And although Danes and her husband Hugh
Born-and-raised New Yorker Claire Danes may be considered a Hollywood star, but she chooses to live in her childhood neighborhood of SoHo rather than Los Angeles.
Sunday, June 10 2012 9:44 PM EDT2012-06-11 01:44:45 GMT
You know you've arrived in Hollywood when you've picked up a home designed by Hal Levitt. The famed Los Angeles architect designed spaces for stars ranging from Olivia Newton-John and Dean Martin to Debbie
You know you've arrived in Hollywood when you've picked up a home designed by Hal Levitt. The famed Los Angeles architect designed spaces for stars ranging from Olivia Newton-John and Dean Martin to Debbie Reynolds and Lionel Ritchie. Jennifer Aniston is currently renting a home designed by Levitt and previously owned a Levitt-designed home.
Sunday, June 10 2012 9:42 PM EDT2012-06-11 01:42:45 GMT
Kitchen makeovers remain popular as homeowners continue to invest to create a warm, stylish, comfortable, and efficient heart of the home. In addition to improved aesthetics and organization, kitchen
Kitchen makeovers remain popular as homeowners continue to invest to create a warm, stylish, comfortable, and efficient heart of the home. In addition to improved aesthetics and organization, kitchen remodels also hold reasonable resale value.
Sunday, June 10 2012 9:40 PM EDT2012-06-11 01:40:51 GMT
In real estate showings, the Sunday open house is the gold standard. As the name implies, a property is open to just about anyone who learns of the showing in an online or print ad, drives by and sees
In real estate showings, the Sunday open house is the gold standard. As the name implies, a property is open to just about anyone who learns of the showing in an online or print ad, drives by and sees the agent's A-Frame sign, or receives a notification postcard in the mail.
Sunday, June 10 2012 9:39 PM EDT2012-06-11 01:39:54 GMT
As real estate bidding wars become commonplace, it's important to remember these adages: 1. The early bird gets the worm. 2. Always put your best foot forward. Especially in areas where inventories are
As real estate bidding wars become commonplace, it's important to remember these adages...
Monday, June 4 2012 8:27 PM EDT2012-06-05 00:27:01 GMT
The 2012 buying and selling season is well underway and the housing market is finally showing signs of life. Agents are sharing stories of bidding wars in many markets as buyers are getting off the fence, ready to
The 2012 buying and selling season is well underway and the housing market is finally showing signs of life. Agents are sharing stories of bidding wars in many markets as buyers are getting off the fence, ready to capitalize on still-record low levels of affordability.
Monday, June 4 2012 8:25 PM EDT2012-06-05 00:25:39 GMT
In upper echelon homes, the list of "standard amenities" is where the wheat is separated from the chaff — and the haves from the have-nots. We're talking indoor pools, gourmet kitchens and master suites
In upper echelon homes, the list of "standard amenities" is where the wheat is separated from the chaff — and the haves from the have-nots.
Monday, June 4 2012 8:24 PM EDT2012-06-05 00:24:34 GMT
Real estate is a lot like movies, at least in one critical respect. It's all about "location, location, location." While Hollywood can do its best to recreate a setting in a studio, sometimes the only
Real estate is a lot like movies, at least in one critical respect. It's all about "location, location, location."
Monday, June 4 2012 8:21 PM EDT2012-06-05 00:21:48 GMT
It's 2 pm on a Wednesday. A listing agent receives a call from a buyer's agent. The buyer's agent wants to show one of the listing agent's properties to a "very motivated" client — four hours from now. However,
It's 2 pm on a Wednesday. A listing agent receives a call from a buyer's agent. The buyer's agent wants to show one of the listing agent's properties to a "very motivated" client — four hours from now.
Monday, June 4 2012 8:20 PM EDT2012-06-05 00:20:27 GMT
When you have bad credit, you don't just have trouble making purchases on credit. You also run into difficulties when you try and rent an apartment. However, having bad credit doesn't mean that you can't
When you have bad credit, you don't just have trouble making purchases on credit. You also run into difficulties when you try and rent an apartment. However, having bad credit doesn't mean that you can't get a good place to hang your hat. This is how you can get a good apartment on less than perfect credit.
Tuesday, May 29 2012 9:01 PM EDT2012-05-30 01:01:06 GMT
Whether it's scintillating or offensive may be a matter of personal opinion, but few can deny the incredible buzz surrounding the erotic novel "Fifty Shades of Grey." Posted online by British author
Whether it's scintillating or offensive may be a matter of personal opinion, but few can deny the incredible buzz surrounding the erotic novel "Fifty Shades of Grey."
Tuesday, May 29 2012 8:59 PM EDT2012-05-30 00:59:25 GMT
Why, it hardly looks like the home of an evil queen. In fact, with its classic mid-century modern lines and minimalist decor, the house owned by "Game of Thrones" star Lena Headey exudes the taste and
Why, it hardly looks like the home of an evil queen.
Tuesday, May 29 2012 8:57 PM EDT2012-05-30 00:57:27 GMT
Green space helps filter the surrounding air, provides oxygen, and, according to some studies, increases relaxation and even reduces pain. It can also be a boon to real estate, since the presence of
Green space helps filter the surrounding air, provides oxygen, and, according to some studies, increases relaxation and even reduces pain. It can also be a boon to real estate, since the presence of an outdoor (or indoor) oasis can help sell a home.
Tuesday, May 29 2012 8:55 PM EDT2012-05-30 00:55:48 GMT
The queen of real estate, otherwise known as Jennifer Aniston, is at it again! Or, rather, the queen of real estate turnover is at it again. In the past year alone, Aniston sold her beloved "Ohana" estate,
The queen of real estate, otherwise known as Jennifer Aniston, is at it again!
Tuesday, May 29 2012 8:53 PM EDT2012-05-30 00:53:44 GMT
The housing market's slow rebound makes renting a good option for many. Former homeowners looking to recover their financial stability are joining new renters on the hunt for their first apartment and
The housing market's slow rebound makes renting a good option for many. Former homeowners looking to recover their financial stability are joining new renters on the hunt for their first apartment and long-time tenants facing rising rental costs. But in the rush to find a place to call home, here's what all renters should know.
Tuesday, May 29 2012 8:52 PM EDT2012-05-30 00:52:07 GMT
May is National Deck Safety Month and the most common cause of deck collapses is improper attachment to a building. Most decks are supported on one side by the building, and on the opposite side by the
May is National Deck Safety Month and the most common cause of deck collapses is improper attachment to a building.
Tuesday, May 1 2012 3:39 PM EDT2012-05-01 19:39:47 GMT
In case you missed the news, markets are starting to pick up, which means more home buyers are likely to get off the sidelines. But, given the lack of good inventory in many real estate markets, there
In case you missed the news, markets are starting to pick up, which means more home buyers are likely to get off the sidelines. But, given the lack of good inventory in many real estate markets, there are more buyers than properties.
Tuesday, May 1 2012 2:42 PM EDT2012-05-01 18:42:24 GMT
As technology evolves, so do home conveniences. In 1992, you probably couldn't have predicted the necessity of owning a cell phone. A home computer was a luxury in the 1980s. Now nearly every household
As technology evolves, so do home conveniences. In 1992, you probably couldn't have predicted the necessity of owning a cell phone. A home computer was a luxury in the 1980s. Now nearly every household has at least one. In earlier generations, what we now consider everyday items went from luxury to standard equipment: Refrigerators, microwaves, garage door openers.
Tuesday, May 1 2012 2:40 PM EDT2012-05-01 18:40:27 GMT
Don't look now, but the housing market is suddenly bearing signs of life. Many large metro real estate markets are stabilizing — some even posting gains in home values. For example, the Miami real estate
Don't look now, but the housing market is suddenly bearing signs of life. Many large metro real estate markets are stabilizing — some even posting gains in home values. For example, the Miami real estate market hit bottom in Q4 of 2011 and is projected to gain 5.6 percent in value between March 2012 and March 2013. Does this mean people should get off the sidelines? The answer appears to be yes, according to Zillow Chief Economist Dr. Stan Humphries.
Tuesday, May 1 2012 2:39 PM EDT2012-05-01 18:39:00 GMT
Finally, the home connected to singer Britney Spears' worst moments in 2007 could be behind her. Reeling after her divorce in 2006, Spears bought herself a Studio City home in January 2007 for $6.750
Finally, the home connected to singer Britney Spears' worst moments in 2007 could be behind her.
Tuesday, May 1 2012 2:36 PM EDT2012-05-01 18:36:47 GMT
Want to live like Derek Jeter? For close to $18 million you can. The New York Yankees shortstop has recently listed his enormous bachelor pad in the Trump World Tower for sale — $2 million less than
The New York Yankees shortstop has recently listed his enormous bachelor pad in the Trump World Tower for sale — $2 million less than when he listed the home previously in 2010. Talk about connections; Jeter bought the Manhattan home directly from Donald Trump in 2001 for $12.72 million.
Tuesday, May 1 2012 2:35 PM EDT2012-05-01 18:35:24 GMT
Could third time be a charm? Hopefully it is for Meg Ryan, who just relisted her home on the Bel-Air real estate market for $11.4 million. Source: E! Online According to the property's price history,
Could third time be a charm? Hopefully it is for Meg Ryan, who just relisted her home on the Bel-Air real estate market for $11.4 million.
Tuesday, May 1 2012 2:33 PM EDT2012-05-01 18:33:24 GMT
It's tough to resist the entertainment factor in those reality TV shows like "Flip That House." But here's a little secret you may not know: Not everything on TV is as it seems. In fact, I would guess
It's tough to resist the entertainment factor in those reality TV shows like "Flip That House." But here's a little secret you may not know: Not everything on TV is as it seems.
Monday, April 30 2012 11:36 PM EDT2012-05-01 03:36:28 GMT
After years of uncertainty, it seems like things are starting to puck up in the real estate world. Realty Trac has ranked Toledo in the top five most affordable housing markets, with a median home price
After years of uncertainty, it seems like things are starting to puck up in the real estate world. Realty Trac has ranked Toledo in the top five most affordable housing markets, with a median home price
Monday, April 9 2012 9:18 PM EDT2012-04-10 01:18:43 GMT
The changes keep coming for Rosie O'Donnell. Newly engaged to her girlfriend Michelle Rounds. Out of a job now that her Oprah Winfrey OWN TV Network show has been canceled. And now comes news that the Rosie's Miami Beach estate is for sale for $19.5 million.
Monday, April 9 2012 9:07 PM EDT2012-04-10 01:07:35 GMT
Country music stars exchanged boots, jeans and plaid for dress shoes, suits and gowns this past Sunday for the Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas. In honor of the evening, we're taking a look at the homes where some of the biggest names in country music hang their hats and kick back with a glass of sweet iced tea.
Monday, April 9 2012 9:02 PM EDT2012-04-10 01:02:58 GMT
For Major League Baseball players who face a 162-game regular season after spring training and before the October playoffs, "play ball" means at least six months away from the ol' family homestead — or sleek, waterfront mansion.
Monday, April 2 2012 11:09 PM EDT2012-04-03 03:09:08 GMT
It was late in the day when it finally happened. A puff of smoke appeared just over the rooftop at the far right side of the house, then another appeared, near the chimney.
Monday, April 2 2012 11:04 PM EDT2012-04-03 03:04:13 GMT
After a nomadic childhood that saw his military parents move him all over the globe, and after a breakout as one of the freshest rap stars of his generation, Wiz Khalifa may not seem like a candidate for putting down roots.
Monday, April 2 2012 11:02 PM EDT2012-04-03 03:02:16 GMT
A few things have come easy for Justin Bieber: He became a superstar from a chance discovery via YouTube, he has a cool girlfriend in Selena Gomez and Forbes estimates his worth to be $53 million. This however, doesn't all add up to an easy home buying process for the 18-year-old.
Tuesday, March 27 2012 9:05 PM EDT2012-03-28 01:05:19 GMT
Everyone loves a great deal, especially in real estate. With national home values down 24 percent across the board since the market's peak in May 2007, there are plenty of deals to be had.
Tuesday, March 27 2012 9:03 PM EDT2012-03-28 01:03:12 GMT
It was inevitable that the home where Michael Jackson met his untimely demise would eventually come up for sale. After all, it was listed previously without much success and now, once again, it has hit the Beverly Hills real estate market and is being listed for $23.9 million.
Tuesday, March 27 2012 9:01 PM EDT2012-03-28 01:01:31 GMT
Forget about moving on up. Singer and New York native Alicia Keys did that a long time ago, trading her childhood residence at the artist-friendly Manhattan Plaza apartment complex in Hell's Kitchen for a slick SoHo real estate market triplex.
Tuesday, March 27 2012 8:59 PM EDT2012-03-28 00:59:54 GMT
Many factors contribute to the experience and success of buying and selling homes, but even in the digital age of a more transparent real estate market, working with a good real estate agent continues to be one of biggest impacts on either side of the transaction.
Tuesday, March 27 2012 8:58 PM EDT2012-03-28 00:58:15 GMT
After the buyer and seller have reached agreement, but before the close of escrow, the preliminary title report needs review. It's not going to be one of the most riveting documents you'll ever read. But you should examine the preliminary title report closely, as it's one of the most important documents a buyer will receive.
Monday, March 19 2012 8:53 PM EDT2012-03-20 00:53:28 GMT
According to the National Association of Realtors, a whopping 33% of all contracts were cancelled in January, 2012. This is up from just 9% in January 2011. NAR says one of the primary reasons for these elevated levels of cancellations is due to low appraisals.
Monday, March 19 2012 8:52 PM EDT2012-03-20 00:52:22 GMT
It takes a big house to hold a big man. Especially if that man's as big as a rock. For that, we give you Dwayne Johnson and the mega-house the actor/wrestler apparently just bought.
Monday, March 19 2012 8:48 PM EDT2012-03-20 00:48:29 GMT
In an instant, a fire can turn from a controlled flame to an out-of-control fire that destroys a home. That's why the time to take action for an unexpected event, or to ward one off, is before it ever starts.
Monday, March 19 2012 8:45 PM EDT2012-03-20 00:45:00 GMT
After months of searching for the perfect home, writing multiple offers, and dealing with sellers who won't budge on price, you've finally got a contract on the perfect home. It took you and the seller weeks of negotiations and several rounds of offers to get there. But, you have a deal at last.
Monday, March 19 2012 8:43 PM EDT2012-03-20 00:43:38 GMT
The comedienne/actor/talk show host/activist has decided to relocate "The Rosie Show," her Oprah Winfrey's network program, to her hometown of New York.
Monday, March 19 2012 8:41 PM EDT2012-03-20 00:41:47 GMT
or the first time in "The Bachelor/Bachelorette's" lengthy span on ABC (since 2002), the reality show will not film the first episode at the Spanish-style estate "Villa de la Vina" located in the Santa Monica Mountains of Southern California.
Monday, March 19 2012 8:35 PM EDT2012-03-20 00:35:31 GMT
Before she was one of "Charlie's Angels," blond beauty Farrah Fawcett was the daughter of an oil man in Corpus Christi, TX, where some of her hometown friends dubbed her "Drippy" just to have something catchy to go along with her evocative last name.
Sunday, February 19 2012 9:56 PM EST2012-02-20 02:56:04 GMT
Lower home prices and mortgage rates are causing many people to consider taking the real estate investment plunge. But as with any big financial investment, what may be a good strategy for some, may be harmful for others.
Sunday, February 19 2012 9:55 PM EST2012-02-20 02:55:16 GMT
Many people say it's the kitchen and bathrooms that really sell a home. Buyers prefer that both are clean and in move-in condition. They want to unpack their dishes and glassware as well as their toiletry bag and feel comfortable in their new home right away.
Sunday, February 19 2012 9:53 PM EST2012-02-20 02:53:56 GMT
The born-and-raised Texas actor Matthew McConaughey has reportedly settled down on a 9-acre estate outside Austin with his fiancé, Camila Alves. According to The Real Estalker, the sure sign of the movie star's presence was his trademark Airstream parked on the driveway.
Sunday, February 19 2012 9:50 PM EST2012-02-20 02:50:04 GMT
When it comes to over-the-top real estate amenities, having your own yoga studio, football field, or heliport can earn you some pretty serious bragging rights among your friends. Mention "indoor swimming pool" and your friends will love you even more.
Monday, February 13 2012 8:42 PM EST2012-02-14 01:42:20 GMT
While you may leave your heart in San Francisco, or declare your love for New York, there are a few places across the U.S. that are more aptly and romantically named. We went in search of real estate offerings in these Valentine's Day-perfect cities, where lovers hope heartfelt bliss can be found.
Monday, February 13 2012 8:39 PM EST2012-02-14 01:39:18 GMT
When Scarlett Johansson and Ryan Reynolds announced their engagement in 2008, it seemed like an A-Lister match made in Hollywood heaven, akin to the beautiful pairing of Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston.
Monday, February 13 2012 8:38 PM EST2012-02-14 01:38:56 GMT
Decades from now when you retire, you are going to take a look at your income and assets to see if you will be living a comfortable retirement. One big portion of your retirement picture will probably relate to real estate. You may have paid off a home, and/or rental properties; and that would be great! Or you may still be paying a fairly large amount on your home mortgage or paying rent each month to a landlord.
Monday, February 13 2012 8:36 PM EST2012-02-14 01:36:23 GMT
For A-listers, singers and celebrities being chase by hordes of tabloid and TMZ-type paparazzi, there's not a lot of anonymity when it comes to romance.
Monday, February 13 2012 8:35 PM EST2012-02-14 01:35:49 GMT
It used to be that taking a bath was a weekly duty that involved rolling a metal wash-bin or wooden barrel inside the house, which was then laboriously filled with kettle-heated water.
Monday, February 13 2012 8:34 PM EST2012-02-14 01:34:22 GMT
The movers and shakers of the movie-making industry have checked off most of the red-carpet events this awards' season: Critics' Choice Awards, Screen Actors Guild Awards and Golden Globes. Next up? The granddaddy of ‘em all: The Academy Awards.
Sunday, February 5 2012 5:07 PM EST2012-02-05 22:07:26 GMT
The hottest acts in the music business earn their appeal by hitting the recording studio and their road warrior tour bus to promote their latest pop, rap, rock, blues or jazzy creations.
Sunday, February 5 2012 5:05 PM EST2012-02-05 22:05:17 GMT
When it comes to renting a place to live, tenants often find it easy to team up with a friend or roommate to share the cost of rent and expenses as well as have someone to talk with in the downtime spent at home.
Sunday, February 5 2012 5:04 PM EST2012-02-05 22:04:15 GMT
Like many people, you probably have a deep emotional connection to your home. Your kids grew up in your house; you can still see the pencil marks you made on the door frame marking their growth. You've spent many happy hours on the backyard patio. The dining room has been the setting for many great dinner parties. Maybe you even grew up in the house yourself, and it's been in your family for over fifty years.
Sunday, February 5 2012 5:01 PM EST2012-02-05 22:01:40 GMT
From sleek and styled to bright and eclectic, the homes of fashion designers are just as stunning as their collections. In honor of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, we're looking beyond the glitz and glam of the runway to the homes of fashion's biggest names.
Sunday, February 5 2012 4:59 PM EST2012-02-05 21:59:17 GMT
Based on the lyrics from the songs they sing, or the characters they play in romantic comedies, you would think the real lives of celebrities are fairy tale affairs, complete with candlelight dinners, handwritten poems and everyone lives happily ever after. Not so.
Monday, January 30 2012 9:57 PM EST2012-01-31 02:57:10 GMT
It sounds like a dream situation: Buy an oceanfront cottage as a vacation home, and years later, use it as an idyllic retirement home. Ideally, this sounds like it could work, but with any investment,
Monday, January 30 2012 9:48 PM EST2012-01-31 02:48:39 GMT
Most homeowners who live in cold climates know it's important to "winterize" the outside faucets to prevent them from freezing, which can destroy the faucet or lead to a burst pipe.
Monday, January 30 2012 9:40 PM EST2012-01-31 02:40:54 GMT
Even football immortals experience the normal ebb and flow of the human condition. Which leads us to the sprawling estate owned by former football great Joe Montana and his wife, Jennifer, whose four
The Stone Age Natural stone holds up to heat and water, is extremely durable and with repeated sealings can last a lifetime. Even if the stone chips or cracks, repair is easy. However, the cost and
Many real estate agents steer their clients away from a short sale because they think they take too long, that their commissions will be lowered, or simply because they don't know a lot about the process
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