‘Family-friendly’ neighborhood? Expect to pay 42% more

New data shows that homes in family-friendly neighborhoods cost 42 percent more on average, highlighting how demand for top schools, safety and amenities is reshaping affordability across U.S. housing markets. Continue reading

Build-to-rent operators are trading rent cuts for perks and experience

As rent concessions decline, build-to-rent operators are turning to smarter pricing strategies, bundled services and fee transparency to attract renters. Continue reading

UrbanDigs relaunches UD Advisor service with new features

The new rendition of UD Advisor adds upgraded visual presentations, quicker report delivery times, a scalable version of the service for teams or entire brokerages and an appraiser slide. Continue reading

From fire hydrants to therapy tubs, the wildest luxury trends of 2024

Going to extremes to achieve health and wellness benefits was a big theme for luxury home trends in the past year, but homeowners also went to lengths to increase their home’s comfort, beauty and safety. Continue reading

How to identify the top new amenities in multifamily housing

Multifamily operators must know that trends are fickle and vogue fades, multifamily expert Michael Zaransky writes. Build a community around your amenities, not vice versa. Continue reading

Are you a DINK? This luxe Brooklyn building is NOT about the kids

655 Union Street is making an effort to appeal to younger dual-income, no-kids couples — colloquially known as “DINKs” — with an array of amenities for more mature residents. Continue reading

Can an LA condo set a $50M record? Agents say, why not?

LA’s luxury condo market has never seen a sales price above $35 million. But some agents say that under the right conditions, a condo could sell for more — and it soon may be just the right time. Continue reading

Amid the steel and glass, a warmer, fuzzier Billionaires’ Row emerges

As Billionaires’ Row continues to reshape Manhattan’s skyline one ‘supertall’ at a time, agents say a new class of buyer is gradually reshaping the demographics of New York’s most exclusive block. Continue reading

Don’t knock the She Shed, guys — it could get you a 2.5% premium

Amenities that appeal to cooking enthusiasts, like steam ovens, pizza ovens or professional-grade appliances, can also add as much as 5.3% more to a home’s sale price, a new analysis shows. Continue reading

How to help clients ‘Airbnb’ their home

Agents can play a valuable role ensuring their clients are set up for rental success by identifying homes that might be great rentals, suggesting improvements and updates, and informing owners of local rules. Here’s what to know. Continue reading