June 2024

A report released Wednesday by Realtor.com shows that a key measurement of U.S. home values is growing faster that the more commonly viewed metric of listing price. The analysis revealed that, across the 50 largest U.S. metro areas, price per square foot rose by 52.7% during the five-year period ending in May 2024. By comparison, the national median list price for a home jumped 37.5% during the same...

Top U.S. real estate brokerage Compass announced Wednesday that it has hired Hal Bennett, a high-producing agent based in the Seattle area. Bennett formerly worked with Redfin, where he was recognized by RealTrends among the top-producing agents in the state of Washington in 2023. Bennett ranked No. 16 in the state with 63 sides and was No. 17 with $47.7 million sales volume last year. ”At this...

Leading reverse mortgage lender Finance of America (FOA) has undergone a round of layoffs that are impacting multiple levels of the organization, including retail and corporate leadership positions. The news was first reported by National Mortgage News. While FOA catapulted to the top spot in the reverse mortgage industry virtually overnight last year after closing on its acquisition of former industry...

Only 15 percent of U.S. adults believe the nation will be able to adequately care for its aging population, and nearly three-quarters (73%) of adults under the age of 65 are concerned that the Medicare program may not exist by the time they are able to qualify for it. This is according to survey results released this week by Gallup. In conjunction with health care nonprofit West Health, the...

WaterColor, a picturesque coastal community nestled along the scenic Highway 30A in Northwest Florida, has just seen its highest-priced home sale in history. A 5-bedroom beachside property fetched a staggering $8,550,000 in an off-market transaction — selling for top dollar before even getting a chance to list publicly. Here’s a closer look at this record-breaking sale and the stunning home that...

It’s not even completed yet and THE 74 is already making waves on the Upper East Side with its fresh take on luxury living. Designed by the visionary architects at Pelli Clarke & Partners and the AD100 superstar Rafael de Cárdenas, the still-under-construction condo building is a modern reinterpretation of the classic New York skyscraper, conjuring city icons like the Chrysler Building,...

Do you want to earn passive income from your vacation rental property? Your best bet could be hiring an Airbnb property management company. Key Takeaways Short-term rentals can be...

Follow these tips for cleaning a toilet to make quick work of rings, rust, and stains. How to Clean a Toilet Take the chore out of cleaning a toilet with these smart tips and tricks. Few household chores are more groan-inducing than cleaning a toilet. No one wants to get up close and personal with their commode, but it's a necessary part of a good bathroom cleaning routine. As one of the most-used...

Keep this kitchen essential in top shape with our guide to cleaning both plastic and wood cutting boards using natural ingredients. How to Clean and Disinfect Cutting Boards for Safe Meal Prep Keep this kitchen essential in top shape with our guide to cleaning both plastic and wood cutting boards using natural ingredients. The cutting board is a kitchen essential for crafting your favorite meals....

Use these natural cleaning methods to protect your flatware and keep it looking polished. How to Clean Silverware to Protect Against Stains and Tarnish The dishwasher isn’t always the best way to clean silverware, especially for sets with plated finishes or those made from real sterling silver. Use these natural cleaning methods to protect your flatware and keep it looking polished. Silverware is...