What's next under President-elect Trump's 2nd term? The economy
Inflation and sticky mortgage rates undercut the housing market in 2024. President Trump has vowed to force both metrics down — but conflicting economic policies may make that goal difficult
by Marian McPherson Jan 21
Lake Tahoe property sells for discount at $33.5M
The 10,000-square-foot Incline Village estate first hit the market for $49M about 1 year ago. The home was sold with furnishings to a buyer from the San Francisco Bay Area
From fire hydrants to therapy tubs, the wildest luxury trends of 2024
Going to extremes to achieve wellness benefits was a big theme for luxury home trends in the past year, but homeowners also went to lengths to increase their home's comfort, beauty and safety
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 27
Oren and Alon Alexander denied bond as new lawsuit is filed
In bond court on Thursday, Oren pleaded with the judge to be allowed to be with his wife, who is nine months pregnant, when she gives birth. A detention hearing is scheduled for Friday
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 12
Alexander brothers charged with sex trafficking in fed indictment
The months-long legal battle the Alexander brothers faced against several women who alleged sexual assault came to a head on Wednesday with their arrests in the wake of an FBI probe
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 11
Patrick Dovigi sells Aspen mansion for $55M, turns a $6.25M profit
Patrick Dovigi recently sold his Aspen mansion he purchased in April for $48.75M, closing the deal at $55M and turning a $6.25M profit, 'The Wall Street Journal' reported
by Richelle Hammiel Dec 5
Fox News star Sean Hannity buys $23.5M Florida oceanfront estate
Sean Hannity's new home offers dual waterfront views with 150 feet of frontage on the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway, according to the property's listing
by Richelle Hammiel Dec 4
Greystar opens the door for modular housing in the US
Greystar opened its first modular apartment complex in Pennsylvania this week. Experts say the company's foray into modular building signals a significant shift into the practice in the US
by Marian McPherson Dec 2
Side files restraining order against Alexander brothers in new action
The temporary restraining order alleges that Tal and Oren Alexander moved the underlying collateral on a loan that the firm extended to Official Partners 2 years ago
Howard Lorber disclosed broker relationships in board investigation
Before his retirement, Lorber allegedly underwent a 5-hour-long internal inquiry, Bloomberg reported, during which he revealed relationships with Jennine Gourin and Jessica Cohen
Douglas Elliman sees revenue inch upward after tumultuous Q3
New company CEO Michael Liebowitz stressed in an investors call Thursday morning that Douglas Elliman is seeking to diversify its revenue streams and increase ROI as it enters a 'new era'
Investors betting Trump will privatize Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac
Shares in the mortgage giants soared Wednesday on expectations that the Trump administration and Congressional Republicans will revive efforts to privatize the mortgage giants
by Matt Carter Nov 6
Realtor.com CEO pleads with US leaders to save homeownership
Realtor.com CEO Damian Eales wrote an open-letter urging local, state and federal legislators who win today's elections to tackle housing affordability with 'pragmatic' solutions
by Marian McPherson Nov 5
Elliman's California business faces lawsuits alleging kickbacks
The allegations launched by 2 former employees claim that closing statements had been altered to bump up agent commissions, with a particular bias in favor of the Altman Brothers
Latest jobs, GDP reports point to November Federal Reserve rate cut
Relief would be good news for would-be homebuyers, although purchase loan applications are still up 10% from a year ago as mortgage rates hit highest levels since July, MBA survey shows
by Matt Carter Oct 30