Author: Pam Finkelstein
Built in 1966, the modern home features three bedrooms, five bathrooms, and over 4,300 square feet of living space. For context on neighborhood pricing, just up the street from Garner’s home is a brand-new spec home on the market for $5.5 million—albeit on a much smaller lot. The... Read More
These mistakes can cost you (a lot) The earnest money deposit that home buyers put down with an offer is often misunderstood. It’s also easy to misunderstand when you’ll forfeit it. (Feed generated with FetchRSS) Go to... Read More
Clutter is a problem for just about everyone, so you shouldn’t feel like you’re alone if you’re struggling. Organizing and improving the appearance and function of your home for everyday use, or even if you’re getting ready to sell, is going to give you a much more relaxing,... Read More
Leaving tasks for the last minute and skipping preventative tasks are common moving day mistakes to avoid. Leaving tasks for the last minute and skipping preventative tasks are common moving day mistakes to avoid. Proper preparation will make your moving day far less stressful and get you into... Read More
The upgraded chef’s kitchen features stainless-steel appliances, a wine fridge, and a center island with a breakfast bar. The kitchen flows into the dining area, which looks out to the backyard. Now that the actor Shia LaBeouf has picked up a posh new pad in Pasadena, CA, he’s... Read More
Taking steps before listing your home can make the difference between a quick sale and a house that sits, collecting an occasional look and an abundance of cobwebs. You’re ready to move up in the world, but before you can make an offer on that gorgeous house in... Read More
Who can blame the mortgage lenders now? Mortgage lenders used to calculate their rich returns for cash-out mortgages by marking up their cost of funds. Now, they are starting to worry about whether they will ever see a return on their investment. (Feed generated with... Read More
Yes! A hot tub can increase the value of your home. If you’re thinking of getting a hot tub however, it can be a challenge to figure out all the different features and purchase a hot tub that best suits your needs. (Feed generated with... Read More
It’s been over a year since the estate of George Steinbrenner, the late owner of the New York Yankees, went on the market. It’s in posh, desirable South Tampa, offers seven bedrooms—two of which are fully appointed main suites—more than nine bathrooms, a game room complete with a... Read More
Here’s what home buyers and sellers should do. You want to know exactly what you are getting when you make any large purchase, especially when you are buying a home – the largest purchase that many Americans will ever make in their life. That’s why a real estate... Read More
If you’re planning to sell, you’ll want to keep this in mind! When you put your home on the market, you’re probably comparing your listing price with your mortgage and imagining you’ll put all that profit into the bank. But these last-minute fees can cost a pretty penny. Read More
Grammy-winning singer and songwriter Kelly Clarkson is on the move in Encino, where her home is on the market for $9.995 million, records show. Clarkson, 38, became a television sensation in 2002 when she won the inaugural season of the singing competition series “American Idol.” Since then, she... Read More