Real Estate News

Haughty Baggage Checks-In To New Mandarin Oriental Honolulu Residences

By Jon Anderson / January 4, 2019 /

When I saw the Mandarin Oriental construction fencing go up across from the Honolulu convention center, my curiosity was piqued. First, the Mana’olana Place development isn’t a stellar location. To contradict the marketing materials, it is not “steps from the beach” and certainly not while schlepping chairs, towels and sunscreen. It’s also flanked by a…

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Grinchy Colorado Listing Is As Charming As An Eel

By Bethany Erickson / December 19, 2018 /
Colorado

With a holiday as generally happy as Christmas, it’s sometimes difficult to find a good Wednesday WTF. But then a coworker found this Colorado listing that made our hearts grow three sizes. See, on the outside, it’s pretty normal (like most Wednesday WTFs start out, if we’re being super honest here). And there are plenty…

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Real Estate News: Dallas Home Sales Decline in October

By Bethany Erickson / November 26, 2018 /
home sales

How did Dallas do when it comes to home sales compared to the nation? Are we starting to see more inventory? Where are various generations choosing to live in Dallas-Fort Worth? We have all of that in this week’s roundup of real estate news. DALLAS HOME SALES DECLINE IN OCTOBER The number of homes sold…

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Real Estate News: Dallas Still a Player in the Corporate HQ Game

By Bethany Erickson / November 19, 2018 /
Dallas

How does Dallas stack up with the rest of the country when it comes to gains in corporate headquarters? What did the Dallas Fed say about the state of the state’s economy? Are Texans underwater, or equity rich? We have all of that in this week’s roundup of real estate news. DON’T FRET – DALLAS…

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On SecondShelters.com: Try Before You Buy? With High-End Vacation Homes, It’s A Thing.

By Amy Puchaty / September 14, 2018 /

Trend alert: now more than ever, high-end developments are offering exclusive getaways and glamping retreats to qualified luxury home buyers. If you’re in the market for a vacation home or place to retire, there’s no better way to experience the lifestyle than with try before you buy. Not sure where to start? No problem! We’ve…

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