Costa Rica is a haven for U.S. retirees

Consistently voted as one of the favorite countries to retire in, Costa Rica shows no signs of losing interest among American retirees.

CityRealty 100 index shows NYC condos are a better bet than oil

New York City real estate site CityRealty has just published its latest The CityRealty 100 Index, a ranking that lists the top 100 condos in NYC and looks to be an essential guide to anyone who’s serious about buying or renting a condo in the Big Apple.

Why You Should Consider Owning a Condo

For those interested in owning property, especially in an urban area, the question often becomes, what type of property should I buy? There are single-family homes, townhomes, and condominium homes to consider. Many young couples tend to lean toward either a townhome and more and more toward a condo. There are several reasons why people

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Condo developers seize on vacant churches

Condo developers are increasingly beginning to transform churches into condominiums.

Former hospitals make way for luxury condos in NYC

What with so many hospitals in the US shutting down, developers are looking to renovate these vacant spaces and transform them into luxurious homes.

Average Manhattan apartment price tops $1 million for first time

The average price of an apartment in New York’s Manhattan area has shot past the $1 million barrier for the first time, according to a new study by real estate data firm CityRealty.

RSIR brokers sold half of Seattle’s top 16 condos

Executives of Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty has announced that half of the top 16 condominium sales in downtown Seattle year-to-date were represented by RSIR brokers

Condo Popularity Soars to New Heights

Builders are reaching for the skies with recent condo projects, and some are soaring to the highest heights ever.

High Demand Helps Manhattan House Prices Recover

Real estate prices in other parts of the country may still be 20% below peak values, but it’s a different story in Manhattan. The demand for luxury apartments has helped property prices almost fully recover from the recent crisis. During the first quarter of this year, the median sales price for a co-op or condo

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2014 – A Time for Change In the Real Estate Market

It’s time to look ahead to 2014 and what is coming in the real estate market. The Urban Land Institute recently released it’s closely followed annual “Trends in Real Estate 2014 Report”. While most investors are interested in their local market, this report looks at the big picture. Something all investors need to stay aware

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