Mood rings change color as our finger temperature fluctuates—this house changes color with the tap of a finger. Behold the Mood Ring House, a rainbow spectacle outfitted with LED lamps that reflect the owner’s disposition at night. The single-family home, located in Fayetteville, Ark., was conceived by SILO AR+D as an “exploration of how … Continue reading Mood Ring House: Would You Wear Your Emotion on Your Home?
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You may not be able to move mountains, but you can plan an organized move with a little help from this step-by-step guide. 6 weeks before moving: Hire a mover Hire a local mover Discuss your packing and storage needs Discuss any fragile items you might have Discuss the size of your move (try compiling an inventory list) … Continue reading Your All-In-One Moving Checklist
This 5 bedroom English manor-inspired residence offers an award winning Robert Dame design featuring the finest finishes such as reclaimed hardwoods, plaster walls and antique brick accents. Magazine quality interiors offer elegant living spaces.
According to a recent study by SmartAsset, Middlesex County has the fourth strongest purchasing power in Massachusetts. The study examined the cost of living expenses balanced with average income. Worcester County is the top in the state for getting the most for the money, with a purchasing power index of 78.19. Middlesex County’s index is … Continue reading Middlesex County Has Fourth Highest Purchasing Power in MA
http://owl.li/f8KI300OfgI This modern penthouse apartment is a stunning, light-filled sanctuary in one of Manhattan’s most distinguished white-glove cooperatives on Park Avenue. Beautifully constructed, not a single detail has been overlooked in this elegantly renovated and sophisticated 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom Carnegie Hill home. Enter from the semi-private landing into the sun-filled, expansive living-dining space with soaring 10-foot … Continue reading Live Life King-Size In Manhattan
Good morning, and happy Wednesday! Here's a summary of recent transactions and personnel news within Greater Boston's real estate community. HFF has arranged $51 million in recapitalization financing for 1030 Massachusetts Ave., a recently renovated 77,805-square-foot Class A laboratory/biotechnology building near Harvard Square in Cambridge. The borrower was an affiliate of Longfellow Real Estate Partners. HFF placed … Continue reading Real Estate Roundup: June 1st, 2016
For those with second homes, summer can offer the opportunity to cash in on your property by renting out. But, before you put your listing up on Airbnb, ask yourself the following 4 questions. Are you willing to be on call 24/7 As a property owner, you’ll have to be on call to make repairs … Continue reading What To Know Before You Rent Out Your Home This Summer
With the summer approaching so quickly, Bostonians can finally come out of hibernation and enjoy Boston to the fullest. Part of that is taking advantage of the city's incredible walkability. According to Walk Score, Boston is the third most walkable city in the United States. With New York on the first place and San Fransisco on the second place. Boston received a “Walk Score” of 80.1, which is a 1.2 point increase in the city's walkability score from last year.
Pending home sales rose for the third consecutive month in April, reaching their highest level in over a decade. According to the National Association of REALTORS, all major regions experienced an increase in contract activity aside form the Midwest. The Pending Home Sales Index went up to 116.3 in April from an upwardly revised 110.7 … Continue reading Pending Home Sales Hit 10-Year High
Relentless supply constraints and home price growth outpacing wages are testing the patience of homebuyers this year, but existing-home sales are still on track to come in at their highest pace since 2006, according to an economic forecast forum at the 2016 Realtors® Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo. Among the topics addressed were: the growing burden … Continue reading Home Sales Forecasted to Have Best Year Since 2006
Bicycle-friendly amenities are contributing to a surge in property values for communities everywhere, marshaled by developments in urban centers and suburban outposts that accommodate “active” transportation. “Today, bike trails, bike lanes, bike-share systems, and other forms of active transportation infrastructure are helping spur a new generation of ‘trail-oriented development,’” states a recently released report by the Urban Land Institute (ULI) that profiles 10 such developments.
New home sales data released this week showed that sales were 16.6 percent higher than March when comparing the seasonally adjusted annualized rates, and 23.8 percent higher than last year. This news comes from estimates released jointly by the U.S. Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The median sales price of … Continue reading New Home Sales Soar Higher
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