Affording a home mortgage hasn’t been this difficult since 2009

And though still well below the historical average of 21.2 percent, the income-to-mortgage ratio has not been this high since 2009, in the wake of the financial crisis (leading up to it, the income-to-mortgage ratio spiked past 20 percent). Continue reading

Cher’s former Beverly Hills estate can be yours for $68M

Cher’s former Beverly Hills estate is an 11-bedroom wonder full of arched windows, secluded garden paths and stone terraces. Continue reading

Stevie Ray Vaughan’s childhood home sells for less than $160,000

A house that just sold for less than $160,000 has a rich history — it’s the childhood home of legendary blues guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan. Continue reading

As home prices rise 6.2%, sellers’ confidence grows: CoreLogic

Home prices grew 6.2 percent in July year-over-year, with average single-family homes now commanding $285,700, according to CoreLogic. Continue reading

Connect mind, body, and spirit in this $11M eco-chic luxury estate

Broker-owner Micheal Morrison has built his 25-year real estate career on selling one-of-a-kind homes, and his latest listing is no exception. Continue reading

House from ‘Breaking Bad’ finale hits the market for $2.475M

Designed in the luxury ranch style popular in New Mexico, the Albuqeurque property has four bedrooms, six bathrooms, a pool and an attached cabana. Continue reading