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Lovely christmas tree with beautifuly packed presents and boxes under it getty Another holiday season, another gift. It’s hard to keep things interesting. Even gifts for the home can get a little repetitive. Your mom probably has enough picture frames to last for several generations and your sister already has four blenders. This year, aim

The pattern shows up in many areas of the country: development activity fills in between two metropolitan areas, typically along one or more highways that connect them. Orlando to Tampa along I-4 is another prime example, and there are dozens more around the country. From New Braunfels to San Marcos, as well as closer-in suburbs

Picture yourself strolling along a cobblestone street lined with centuries-old architecture and views of the sea in the distance. Only you’re not on vacation or in a dream—this is your home. (And it didn’t cost you a fortune.) If you’ve ever dreamed of buying an affordable house in a foreign country and moving there to

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)Getty Images According to a story posted in the Wall Street Journal on August 24, several owners of WeWork’s secured debt totaling $1.2 billion are holding what were called “preliminary talks about the company’s restructuring options and indicated that they would support a plan for WeWork to

AERC-certified shades can keep rooms for the most vulnerable family members cooler this season.Hunter Douglas This is shaping up to be the hottest summer on record, with triple digit temperature spikes around the nation. That spells extreme health and safety risks for people who work outdoors, as well as for those who run, cycle and

Some costs are unavoidable, but others can be reduced with a little effort.getty Monthly mortgage payments could be higher than anticipated due to property taxes, insurance, and issues revealed during the underwriting process, but a new study by Zillow and Thumbtack also revealed that utility payments and essential home maintenance projects are other hidden costs.

The beachfront estate in Vero Beach, Florida, offers private access to the sandy shores of Floralton … [+] Beach.Dale Sorensen Real EstateForbes Global Properties Private beach access as part of homeownership in a community is certainly a premium perk. But even better is direct access from your own backyard. An oceanfront residence set at the

This custom home in Lake Oswego, Oregon, is owned by former Portland Trailblazers power forward … [+] Larry Nance Jr.LUXE After a midseason move last year to the New Orleans Pelicans, NBA player Larry Nance Jr. is looking to trade away his Lake Oswego home. The former Portland Trail Blazers power forward is asking for

Should lawyers be paid hourly or based on results? Both methods have drawbacks.getty When lawyers work on commercial real estate or other transactions, they typically charge for their time by the hour. If the transaction doesn’t close, the bill is the same as if it did close. Clients who face those bills don’t like them.

Branded residences remain a big draw in today’s luxury market, underscoring a shift towards secure, … [+] amenitized living.LUXE The age of the branded residence is upon us as the once-niche sector has grown into a global phenomenon. In major cities across the globe, residential offerings from luxury hotel chains like the Ritz-Carlton, Six Senses

The rugged South Island property encompasses a peninsula.PQ Property Intelligence Views of the Tasman Sea, the sound of waves lapping along the Whanganui Inlet, rocky outcroppings that yield to stretches of subtropical sandy beaches. Encompassing a peninsula and surrounded by bushland, Westhaven Retreat is a rare trophy property and tourism business opportunity on the northwest