Real estate industry insiders say it’s time for agents to face a new reality of discussing fees with buyers and sellers.

A hilltop estate perched 427 feet above sea level, a self-powered 11-bedroom compound, and a modern three-bedroom house on 0.63 acres.

On Aug. 17, real estate agents across the country must begin following new practices on how commissions are paid. It will change the way buyers and sellers approach real estate transactions.

This week’s properties are in Yorkville, Hell’s Kitchen and Dumbo.

After six years in the desert of Palm Springs, a retired couple headed north in search of new construction in Sonoma County.

A new study shows that the temporary increase in the credit in 2021 empowered some mothers to move on from unwanted partners.

This week’s properties are a six-bedroom in Saddle River, N.J., and a four-bedroom in New Rochelle, N.Y.

A three-bedroom bungalow in Minneapolis, a two-bedroom Craftsman home in Pittsburgh and a three-bedroom Cape Cod-style cottage in Hagerstown.

“If somebody comes in and just does it for you, you miss out”: A beginner shares what his first garden taught him.

Framing artwork is just the first step. Figuring out how (and where) to hang it takes some doing.

A Florida woman was determined to find the birth family she never knew she had. The trail led to the New York area, where she and her girlfriend now live.

We asked the experts for some shortcuts — because “budgets don’t always allow for a professional framer.”

A new building in Fort Greene was designed to encourage a more intimate living space, according to the builders.

A renovated 1951 house in Los Angeles, a home with San Francisco Bay views in Greenbrae and a shingled house near the water in Manhattan Beach.

To live in a rent-stabilized apartment in New York, it must be your primary residence. But how far can you bend the rules?

“It’s probably the best place I’ve ever lived,” said the owner of a little house in the mountainous Methow Valley of Washington.

On Ambergris Caye, the Belize island known for its water sports and pristine beaches, buyers can find resort condos and single-family homes.

Elementary school children have been writing letters to Mayor Eric Adams in an effort to save Elizabeth Street Garden, where the city is planning to build housing.

Unpredictable Trends and Shifting Dynamics Amid Seasonal Slowdown

July is the time of year when we historically see the Denver real estate market slowdown. With kids out of school, people on vacation, and others enjoying the city’s warm weather and outdoor activities, real estate transactions often take a back seat. However, this year, the market has been as unpredictable as Denver’s weather. As the saying goes, if you don’t like the weather, wait five minutes—a sentiment that seems equally applicable to the housing market. Sellers may need to exercise patience, as even amazing properties can sit on the market, while less remarkable homes sell quickly, leaving many scratching their heads. 

Many local real estate agents feel we are transitioning into a buyer’s market. This shift is difficult to define, as the pandemic has upended our traditional understanding of what constitutes a seller’s market versus a buyer’s market. Statistics suggest we are moving toward a balanced market (4-6 months of inventory), with 2.86 months of inventory steadily increasing throughout the year. However, in certain price ranges and neighborhoods, the market has clearly become a buyer’s market due to a wide variety of options. It’s important to remember that real estate is hyperlocal, and many factors can influence each home for sale. Beyond the usual aspects like location, size, and condition, factors such as interest rates and the size of the buyer pool can make one home a hot commodity while another sees less interest.

August Events Around Town!

And a couple early September events…

August 9th-18th: Western Welcome Week