Real Estate

A new study shows that coastal communities may be more at risk from sea-level rise than previously thought.

President Biden has proposed a new first-time homebuyer tax credit.

Sonali Pier is a portfolio manager at Pimco and leads the firm's Diversified Income Fund.

Mortgage demand surged back last week as the spring season kicked off with still higher mortgage rates.

Donald Trump has just a few weeks to put up more than $454 million in cash or bonds to stave off his collectors while he appeals his New York civil fraud case.

The mansion is located in Stone Creek Ranch, a gated community that's home to billionaire hedge fund manager Steven Cohen and NFL star Khalil Mack.

One-quarter of the ultrawealthy people in the U.S. plan to buy a home this year, and they're increasingly venturing to the luxury real estate market overseas.

The U.K. looks poised to lead a European real estate resurgence this year as international investors return capital to the strained property market.

In real estate transactions, buyers and sellers often negotiate various aspects of the deal. Negotiations can include the purchase price, closing costs and contingencies. One element that frequently arises during these negotiations is referred to as seller concessions or repair credits. These credits can play a significant role in shaping a real estate deal’s final…

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Many homebuyers and sellers don't know they can negotiate real estate agent fees. Of those who try, a majority successfully lowered the fees. Here's how.

Higher mortgage rates continue to hit demand from both current homeowners and potential homebuyers.

Financial Secretary Paul Chan announced that Hong Kong will scrap all buy-side property tightening measures for residential properties with immediate effect.

Country Garden said it will oppose the petition "vigorously" and seek legal measures to do so. A court hearing will be held May 17.

Various factors make homeownership unaffordable for Americans. About half of aspiring homeowners blame two factors that further push away their goal.

Editor’s note: The COURT REPORT is RISMedia’s weekly look at current and upcoming lawsuits, investigations and other legal developments around real estate. In the wake of a revealing and foreboding intervention by the Department of Justice (DOJ) in a commission lawsuit settlement, the broader real estate industry is currently processing the increasingly stark prospect of…

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Miami is the most competitive city in the nation for renters, but on a regional level, the Midwest ranks first for competition.

Aro's homes incorporate energy-efficient systems and appliances with sustainable materials.

Divorce is not just an emotional upheaval but also a time of significant financial and legal decisions. It’s especially true when it comes to shared housing. The marital home is often more than just an asset. It’s a repository of memories and dreams. Deciding what to do with it during a divorce can be particularly…

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If you made a profit selling your home in 2023, that windfall could be subject to capital gains taxes. Here's what sellers need to know this season.

Several factors may affect your path toward homeownership — one may be your parents. Here are a few reasons why.