The history of the men and women selling real estate is dependent upon the country where they ply their trades. In the United States, real estate brokers began presenting houses for sale around 1900, and they have continued to today. In countries like Australia, the practice of real estate sales has been present, but only recently have real estate brokers and agents come together to form common...
Investing in real estate has always been one of the most effective ways to earn a good return on investment. The opportunities that the housing market offers are almost endless and property investors of all levels of experience can reap massive rewards if they implement the right investment strategies. In this article, we will reveal 15 real estate facts that will change your outlook on this...
Everyone has a different way of expressing themselves. Some choose art forms like music and dancing, others like to write poems and prose. However, one of the most underrated forms of art is architecture. Designing a great home is no easy task. A home where its residents can feel more comfortable than anywhere else in the world. Although most architects design homes that fit properly into the urban...
Here are the 16 different types of kitchen styles you can choose for your kitchen decor. We include photo examples, extensive descriptions and direct access to massive photo galleries. A big kitchen design decision is which kitchen style to choose. Sometimes it’s an easy decision, especially if you have an overall style for your home, whether new or existing. In other instances, it’s...
From Bel Air to Barbados, from Hong Kong to the Hamptons, here are the priciest listings on the planet. No, it’s not a great time to be selling a mega-priced mega mansion. A cooling global economy, concerns over stock market volatility, over-ambitious expectations on pricing. It’s all resulting in a global slowdown. But those with the resources are going to find an astonishing...
What Is a Smart Home? A smart home refers to a convenient home setup where appliances and devices can be automatically controlled remotely from anywhere with an internet connection using a mobile or other networked device. Devices in a smart home are interconnected through the internet, allowing the user to control functions such as security access to the home, temperature, lighting, and a home...
The only time I want a mega mansion is when my in-laws or parents come to visit. I fantasize how it’d be nice to put my guests in a separate wing with their own kitchen, bathroom, and living area. This way, we can all keep our independence while also sharing family time every day. Alas, my family only lives in a 1,920 square foot, three bedroom, two bathroom house. We downsized from a 2,300 square...
Home is where the heart is, but what if your heart doesn’t know where it should be? From low crime rates to a great education system, there are many variables to consider when choosing that perfect place that you and your family can call home. To help you make this important decision, I’ve provided an analysis of the most important factors to help you find a home that suits the needs of you and...
Take a stroll down any street in America and you are bound to find a wide sampling of architectural styles. But what exactly are you looking at? Below we break down 8 of the most popular house styles. 1. Craftsman Houses Craftsman houses are one of the most popular home styles in America. Craftsman architecture references the Arts and Craft movement of the early 20th century. After the Industrial...
There’s a winning formula for your closing clothing. Whether it’s your first time buying a house or you’re upgrading to bigger digs, your personal presentation can play a crucial part in your success. You want to project that you’re a mature, responsible, and financially stable adult—don’t let your clothes tell a different story. Stylist Charlotte Jenkins shares her top style tips for...