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BLDG’ing a Real Estate Firm is Harder than you can Imagine (but worth it!)

“Real estate professionals get into the business to be entrepreneurs.” That’s a phrase I use a lot on the blog. I’ve written posts about the entrepreneurial nature of the business, the challenges of starting a real estate …

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Alturas Capital: Born to be a Real Estate Entrepreneur

‘Real estate is an entrepreneurial business’ is a phrase I throw around a lot on this site. It’s true, but what does it even mean? It’s a combination of two things; first, many real estate professionals get into the business …

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When Investing in Real Estate Invest with the Best Sponsor and Ignore Everything Else

I spend a lot of time on this blog analyzing deal structures, return metrics, risk-adjusted returns, and the impact of fees. While all that stuff is meaningful, it shouldn’t be the main driver of your investment decisions. …

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How Origin Investments Raised $4 Million in Equity in 1 Week: Part 1

With the passing of the JOBs Act in 2013, private real estate investing has become much more accessible to accredited investors. This has led to the emergence of crowdfunding marketplaces and the ability for companies to generally solicit, enabling investors …

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Redesigning your CRE Website? Learn from 9 CRE Investment Firms who got their Website Design Right

Back in March 2015 I published the ‘Top 100 Commercial Real Estate Company Websites’. Since then, I’ve continued to add to that list and it’s ballooned to 120 sites. I compiled the initial list when leading the redesign …

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My Thoughts on Real Estate Crowdfunding Part VII

It’s been over 15 months since I shared my thoughts on the real estate crowdfunding business and boy has a lot changed. It’s been fun going back and reading through the previous posts realizing how rapidly the real estate crowdfunding …

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Passive Real Estate Investment Opportunities for Non-Accredited Investors

I have written extensively about the merits of passive real estate investing including how to review an opportunity and warning signs to be aware of as well as esoteric aspects of real estate investing such as the importance of risk-adjusted …

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It’s Better in the Crest

Growing up, I spent every summer on the Jersey Shore. My parents have a house on Sunset Lake in Wildwood Crest, the last exit off the Parkway before hitting Cape May. I’d spend my weekends between baseball and soccer games, …

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What I Look for When Hiring a Real Estate Acquisitions Analyst

As the real estate business has become more institutionalized, the competition for roles at top tier firms has intensified. Individuals graduating from prestigious business schools, ex-investment bankers, and real estate professionals are vying for a small number of coveted roles.…

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Note to Real Estate Crowdfunding Investors: The Impact of Fees & Structure on Investor Returns

The biggest determinants of success in a real estate deal is the quality of the operator and market timing. The quality of the operator dictates deal-sourcing and structuring ability (relationships), analysis (experience and market knowledge), and execution (more experience) whereas …

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Sellers: Are You Making Your Agent Crazy?

These 5 common homeowner behaviors can make listing agents lose it.

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Sweet 'Sixteen Candles' Home for Sale

Make it a set: Molly Ringwald's co-op in Manhattan is also on the market.

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Here's Why Your Debt-to-Income Ratio Matters

Sure, it's math. But it can make or break your home loan application.

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5 Rental Must-Haves for Baby Boomers

Here's what you need to think about if you're 65+ and looking to rent.

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Quiz: Can You Match the Celebrities to Their Homes?

See if you can tell which stars come out to play, entertain, dine, and doze in these fab homes.

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A City Girl Moves to the Suburbs

Can a lifelong New Yorker learn to accept (if not necessarily love) suburban life?

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Balancing Home Improvements With Big Price Tags

HGTV's Christina El Moussa lays out how she chooses where to pinch and splurge on home renovations.

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House of the Week: A Tuscan Villa on Hilton Head Island

Take in the private beach, deep-water dock, and the lap pool with a view.

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7 Tips for Maintaining and Repairing Wood Decks

Keep your wood deck looking as good as new with a little regular care.

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Creative Ways to Add Color to Your Rental

Can't paint the walls? No problem.

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Ben Stiller's New NYC Pad Is Ridiculously Good-Looking

This place is way better than a center for ants.

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10 Rentals With Stellar Outdoor Spaces

What says summer more than spending long days and nights lounging in the sun?

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4 Tips for Buying a Fixer-Upper

What if your dream home just happens to have ancient wiring and a cracked foundation?

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'Happy' News: Pharrell Finally Unloads Miami Penthouse

The singer's home has been on and off the market for years.

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Kylie Jenner Asks $3.9M for Her Tuscan-Style Mansion

She inherited her family's knack for home design -- and investment.

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Molly Ringwald's Cozy Historic Co-Op for Sale

The East Village 2-bedroom offers an eat-in kitchen for 'Breakfast Club' meetings.

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4 Ways To Ensure Your Online Lender Is Credible

Finding a mortgage online is convenient, but how can you be sure the lender is legit?

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Scott Disick Lists His Home Near the Kardashians

It's the second home his reality lordship has bought and sold in 18 months.

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Home Buyers: Make Note of These 3 Dealbreakers

If a home doesn't fit your needs in any of these categories, move on.

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Renters Insurance Helps Cover the Gap

Even if you don't own a home, you still own things worth protecting.

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So You Want to be President of Your HOA?

Know what the job entails before you dive in head first.

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The Future of Home Automation: Up-and-Coming Features

Everything is getting smarter these days ... including your smoke alarm, deadbolt and showerhead.

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Want to Invest in Real Estate? Don’t Buy a Property, Invest Passively

I was talking with a potential investor from the Bay Area the other day. He has $1M to invest and is looking to create a tax-efficient diversified passive-income portfolio. He’s deciding between investing with experienced operators as an LP and …

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House of the Week: An Estate With a View Plus a $200,000 Driveway

There's even an infinity pool overlooking the lake.

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Set Up Your Patio for the Best Summer Ever

Sunny afternoons and starlit evenings outside will be even more fun when you've got comfy furniture and stylish accents.

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DIY: Install a Programmable Thermostat

Installing an energy-efficient thermostat is easier than you might think.

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Dos and Don'ts of Summer Landscaping

11 tips that will save your garden, lawn, and flowers ... not to mention your green thumb rep.

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Cher's Former 90210 Estate Lists for $85M

If she could turn back time, would the singer/actress live on this fabulous property again?

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Lease Agreements: 5 Things You Didn't Know You Could Negotiate

From reduced pet rent to extra parking passes, when it comes to rental perks, it never hurts to ask.

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Decorating Your Vacation Home

Outfit your summer retreat in tip-top style for you and your guests.

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High-Tech Homes for Sale (With All the Bells and Whistles)

Automated home security, audio, lighting, and climate control systems offer the ultimate in control.

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UPDATE: $1M Price Cut on Pink's Malibu Dreamhouse

The punk princess and her daredevil husband are ready to 'Get the Party Started' somewhere else.

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How to Smarten Up Your Home, Room by Room

High-tech home automation products can also be penny-wise.

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Marilyn Monroe's NYC Digs Hit the Market

It's just down the street from her character's apartment in 'How to Marry a Millionaire.'

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Home Featured in 'Father of the Bride' Up for Sale

Relive those father-daughter hoop sessions.

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Buying and Selling a High-Tech Home

What are the experts saying about the market for smart homes?

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Pros and Cons of a Second Mortgage

You may be able to draw on your home's equity to get cash ... but should you?

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5 Ways Home Buyers Make Their Agent's Job Harder

Not only do these behaviors ruin your agent's day, but they can ultimately work against you, too.

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7 Must-Have Home Organization Tools

From budget-friendly to super-splurge, these items get the seal of approval from expert Dorothy The Organizer.

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House of the Week: A Mill Workers' Home Turned Modern Mansion

Its stone front and bucolic surroundings are the only reminder of its 181-year past.

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Don't Leave Your Pets Hanging: How to Hire a Pet Sitter

You've made your summer travel plans, but what about Fido and Fluffy?

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Rebel Wilson Buys Second L.A. Home

This girl is racking up real estate from here to Australia.

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Sanctuary: A Gamer's Vintage Arcade

You won't need any quarters when you stop by Jeremy Wagner's house for a game of Donkey Kong.

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Spencer Rascoff Named One of the Top 25 Highest Rated CEOs on Glassdoor

At Zillow Group, we pride ourselves on our company culture, which fosters a spirit of collaboration and...

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Down Payment Savings Tips for Renters

These clever ideas put homeownership within reach.

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Homes on the Market for $150,000 or Less

A home of your own is within reach, thanks to these budget-friendly options.

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Diddy Drops Price on Manhattan Digs by $2M

He also discounted his estate in New Jersey.

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'The Amityville Horror' House on the Market for $850,000

Locals in this riverside village call it 'The Amityville Hoax.'

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Predicting the 'Right Time' to Buy or Sell a Home

You can't see into the future, but you can make an informed decision.

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House of the Week: An 1880s Adobe Home Near Santa Fe

For decades, it was a general store and post office in a town built around the railroad.

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UPDATE: Did Jennifer Lopez Buy Sela Ward's Bel Air Estate?

The eight-acre spread includes an art studio, guesthouse, amphitheater and vineyard.

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Boston vs. Washington, D.C.: Two Historic Towns Draw New Grads

As college students graduate near these two cities, many are drawn to stay longer before moving home. Locals share their experiences and insights to aid that tough decision.

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How to Label Boxes for Your Move

These pro tricks will take you from stressed-out novice to moving master.

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Why I Love My Neighbors

Sweet stories of how friendly neighbors have touched the lives of six homeowners.

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Adele Says 'Hello' to Beverly Hills Estate

Just around the corner from Jennifer Lawrence, the home offers cozy spaces and a yard for entertaining.

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Before & After: Laundry Room Goes Glam

How a couple transformed their dingy little laundry room to a multi-functional space with personality.

The post Before & After: Laundry Room Goes Glam appeared first on Zillow Porchlight.

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How to Use Wall Sconces in Every Room

An interior decorator sheds light on how to incorporate wall sconces in your home.

The post How to Use Wall Sconces in Every Room appeared first on Zillow Porchlight.

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'Full House' on the Market for $4.15M

It's had a paint job, but the Tanner family spirit shines through.

The post 'Full House' on the Market for $4.15M appeared first on Zillow Porchlight.

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Avoiding Home Buyer's Remorse

Home shopping can be an intense, emotional process. Here's how to make sure you don't get caught up in it.

The post Avoiding Home Buyer's Remorse appeared first on Zillow Porchlight.

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Facts About Using a Co-Signer on a Mortgage

If you're thinking about buying a home with a co-signer, be sure you know what that means for both you and them.

The post Facts About Using a Co-Signer on a Mortgage appeared first on Zillow Porchlight.

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Zillow Hosts Tech Volunteer Fair

Local nonprofits partnered with tech professionals to create skill-based volunteering opportunities where they are needed most.

The post Zillow Hosts Tech Volunteer Fair appeared first on Zillow Porchlight.

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Quiz: Are You a Savvy Mortgage Shopper?

Test your knowledge about how to find the right home loan for you.

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My Favorite Tips for Drought-Tolerant Landscaping

House-flipper extraordinaire Christina El Moussa digs into low-water yardscapes.

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5 Tools Every Gardener Should Splurge On

You might not even know you need these handy helpers, but once you try them you'll wonder how you got along without them.

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House of the Week: A 216-Year-Old Bridgehampton Estate

Known as the Whale House, this 216-year-old estate offers old-time coziness and breezes with sea-salt air.

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Note to Real Estate Crowdfunding Investors: The Importance of Risk-Adjusted Returns

I was chatting with a friend of mine the other day who owns/operates retail assets in secondary markets on the west coast. He was telling me about the mis-pricing he’s seeing in core-plus real estate deals in secondary markets driven …

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3 Favorite Outdoor Spaces for Summer Fun

Designer Kerry Kelly offers tips for setting up an outdoor spot that's ready for action.

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Set Up an Outdoor Dinner Party With a Beachy Vibe

Festive string lights, stylish table settings, and mismatched pieces are perfect for entertaining al fresco.

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Homes for Sale with Glorious Gardens and Grounds

From elegant sculpted hedges to vine-draped verandas, these gracious green spaces are perfect for an at-home getaway.

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3 Must-Have Power Tools for Homeowners

Stocking your DIY toolbox? Be sure to include these three essential pieces. Home improvement expert Leah of See Jane Drill explains why you need them and demonstrates what they can do.

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Party Animals: Entertaining in a Home With Pets

As you plan your Memorial Day bash, remember that just because you love having friends over doesn't mean your pets do.

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New York City Versus Los Angeles: Which Coast is the Best Coast?

Eight locals share advice on the best places to eat, live, play, and what it takes to become a city expert.

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How to Get a Landscape You Love ... for Less!

Make your personal patch of the great outdoors even greater without breaking the bank.

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T.S.A. Replaces Security Chief as Tension Grows at Airports and Age

Peter V. Neffenger, the agency's administrator, removed Kelly Hoggan as part of an overhaul after facing a backlash over waits at airport security lines and management problems.

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Why Home Buyers and Agents Need to Have Each Other's Backs

It can be all too easy for over-eager home shoppers to waste a well-intentioned agent's time. Here's what both sides should know about their relationship.

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Think Outside the Box: Exterior Considerations When House Hunting

Most home buyers focus on what's on the inside of a house, but neglecting the outside could cost you.

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House of the Week: A Peaceful Seaside Mansion in Santa Barbara

Ocean and mountain views ground this estate in nature.

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How to Choose a Storage Facility

When your closets are overflowing with camping gear; your balcony is jammed with bikes; your bedroom is a vault for files, albums, and who-knows-what ... it's time for a storage unit.

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Quiz: Can You Match the State With Its Popular Rental Features?

Try to guess where pools, porches and parade routes are most often mentioned.

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Rental Listing Terms Reveal Popular Features in Each State

Whether a landlord calls out 'Starbucks' or 'Close to Walmart' depends on where the rental is located.

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10 Tips for Organizing an Irresistible Yard Sale

Whether you're downsizing before a move or just unloading some unwanted goods, make your next yard sale a smashing success with this expert advice.

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Salma Hayek's Looking for a Hollywood Hills Renter

Just $11,000 a month will get you this mid-century view home with a pool, fireplace and deck overlooking Los Angeles.

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Aisha Tyler Lists Stylish Mid-Century Modern Home

Nabbing the 'Criminal Minds' star's pedigreed Loz Feliz 3-bedroom might make you feel like you're getting away with murder.

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New Mortgage Rules For Self-Employed Borrowers

Being your own boss comes with a lot of perks. Easier mortgage approval may not be one of them.

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Seattle Is the Best Bike City in the US

In honor of National Bike to Work Week, Zillow used housing and Census data to find the most bike-friendly cities across the country.

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House of the Week: An Austin Estate That Tech Built

Only in Texas? His-and-her barbecues, 14 parking spots and a giant wine cellar that makes you 'feel like you're being hugged by the wine.'

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Alan Cumming Puts East Village Co-op on the Market

'The Good Wife' star is asking $2.2 million for his 4-bedroom overlooking Tompkins Square Park.

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How to Best Support Seniors on Moving Day

Moving is always stressful, but it can also be highly emotional for seniors. Here's how you can be there for your elderly loved ones.

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Your Super Simple 3-Step Program for Houseplant Maintenance

You've kept a collection of houseplants alive. Congratulations! Now this is how you can make them thrive.

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John McEnroe Serves Up Southampton Tennis Estate for Sale

The temperamental pro wants $14.5 million for the spacious home and grounds with private beach access.

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Ice Cube Drops $7.25M on Jean-Claude Van Damme's California Mansion

Ride along with the famed rapper-actor in his new Marina del Rey crib.

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Microsoft CEO Sells View Home With Lots of Windows

The mid-century modern boasts two-story glass walls with lake, mountain and city vistas.

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City or Suburb? 10 Rentals Offering the Best of Each Locale

Whether you want to live in the bustling heart of the city or the laidback 'burbs, these rentals offer something for everyone (and at less than $2,000 a month).

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Clutter-Control Tips From Tiny Home Experts

When you're living in less than 400 square feet, you need a plan of attack to keep order.

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Top 7 Real Estate Crowdfunding Site for Investors

A few months ago I provided an overview of the various opportunities for real estate crowdfunding investors, however I didn’t dig into the specific platforms. In my latest eBook, I break down what I view as the top 7 …

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Would You Rather: Rent in the City or the Suburbs?

Today's rental landscape offers dream homes for city slickers and suburbanites alike. You just have to figure out which scene suits you best.

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6 Critical Questions to Ask When Buying New Construction

Brand-spanking new comes at a price these days. Here's how you can get the best deal on a new construction home.

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Split Decision: Buying Real Estate After Your Divorce

Before you leap into a new bachelor or bachelorette pad, consider these four factors.

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Simple Changes for a Greener Home

Think it's too tough to make your home more eco-friendly? These straightforward tips will make you think again.

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El Paso, Texas Has the Greatest Percentage of Millennials Living with Mom

With Mother's Day right around the corner, Zillow found the places with the most 24-34 year olds living with their moms.

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The Pros and Cons of Renting Out Your Mother-in-Law Apartment

Also known as secondary units, these spaces can be handy when family visits or moves in. But if you're not housing relatives, you can still put the unit to work.

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House of the Week: Decadence by the Sea in Malibu

The 14,000-square-foot modern home is a rare new mansion on a coveted coastline.

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Sanctuary: An Artist's Oasis

At the edge of a lush garden, Natalie Bessel escapes into creativity and reconnects with nature.

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Homes For Sale With Mother-In-Law Suites Fit for a Queen

For a short visit or a long-term stay, these guest quarters offer comfort and privacy.

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For Sale: A Unique Piece of American Literary History

Longtime owners of the home where Harriet Beecher Stowe wrote 'Uncle Tom's Cabin' are letting the property go.

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Art Deco Meets Steampunk in J. Crew CEO's Manhattan Listing

Top exec Mickey Drexler had a French designer overhaul this five-story former coffee roastery in Tribeca.

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Why Sharing Your Home Just Got Easier

Home builders and mortgage lenders are racing to keep up with the trend of shared homes to accommodate multigenerational families and rental units.

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Mother-In-Law Apartments Provide Benefits with Relative Ease

Whether you're housing an elderly relative, a recent grad, or out-of-town visitors, an accessory dwelling unit can be a real asset.

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Tommy Lee Lists His 'Home Sweet Home'

The rocker's asking $5.995 million for his mansion, which includes a recording studio, an atrium full of bamboo plants, and a piano-shaped pool.

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4 Keys to Buying a Flipped House

Head over heels for a flipped house? Here's how to make sure you're getting a great deal.

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How to Baby-Proof Your Apartment

Renters may need to be extra clever when setting up their space for its newest resident.

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5 Ways to Score a Lease in a Competitive Rental Market

Follow these six tips to give yourself an edge over other renters and achieve your goal.

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What Should You Do If Your ARM Is Almost Out Of Time?

If the end of your term is approaching, it may be time to start thinking about refinancing, or even home shopping.

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House of the Week: Hollywood Glamour Shapes Contemporary Beverly Hills Mansion

It serves as its own vacation destination, with a theater complex and indoor lap pool.

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9 Tips for Preparing a Fabulous Flower Bed

Dust off your vases, pitchers, and extra coffee mugs. Your home will be overflowing with fresh-cut blooms in no time.

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It's a Jungle in There: Tips for Better Under-Sink Storage

Stop monkeying around with the mess, and let Dorothy the Organizer help you tame your cabinet clutter.

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Carmen Electra's New Hollywood Hills Home Has 'Got the Look'

Prince, the artist formerly known as her boyfriend, would have dug the home's dramatic master bath.

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Gilmore Girl and Mad Man Sell Their Brooklyn Penthouse

Actors Alexis Bledel and Vincent Kartheiser took on a new role: home sellers.

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Before & After: Low Country Cottage Renovation

A gut renovation and timeless interiors bring a low country cottage back from the dead.

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Indianapolis Named Best Place for First-Time Home Buyers

Zillow research shows that first-time buyers in Indianapolis will have a good selection of homes to choose from and not too much competition.

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Nick Lachey Lists His Mansion Before Going on Tour

The 8,000-square-foot home's decor exudes luxury and comfort simultaneously.

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Thomas Middleditch Nabs 1920s Home with Hollywood History

At $1.5 million, the home is an upgrade from the bungalow the actor bought last year in the same neighborhood.

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The Pros and Cons of Month-to-Month Leases

Month-to-month leases offer renters flexibility, but what other advantages and disadvantages should you consider before signing the dotted line?

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Star Maps Maven: Her Family Has Tracked Celebrity Homes for 80 Years

She's a fixture in a folding chair outside Michael Jackson's former home.

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Is Your Home the One Buyers Want?

Boost your home's sales appeal by adding key amenities and playing up hot features.

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Grateful Dead Bassist Phil Lesh Lists Marin County Estate

The 7,900-square-foot Dutch colonial is no brokedown palace.

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How to Make the Most of Your Summer MBA Real Estate Internship

I was at the Columbia Business School real estate career fair a few months back and the program director mentioned the CBS real estate club was larger than ever. Real estate has become a popular career choice amongst top MBA …

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House of the Week: A California Mansion as Abstract Art

Who doesn't need a statue of a cow by the pool?

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Dig Into Community Gardening

Celebrate Earth Day by putting your green thumb to work and connecting with neighbors.

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Jillian Michaels' Malibu Beach House Is in Great Listing Shape

The "Just Jillian" star is trading the beach for a Malibu estate.

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Green Trends in Home Building

Planning a new construction home gives you a bonus benefit: You can build in eco-friendly features to use now or in the future.

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Green Trends in Home Building

Planning a new construction home gives you a bonus benefit: You can build in eco-friendly features to use now or in the future.

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Junk Yard to Front Yard: Unique Homes by Dan Phillips

Repurposing and reusing donated and found materials, builder Dan Phillips constructs one-of-a-kind homes for under-served populations.

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9 One-Bedroom Rentals With Eco-Friendly Features

From recycled building materials to energy-saving appliances to rooftop gardens that reuse rainwater, these apartments have it all.

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'Teen Mom' Farrah Abraham Buys LA Townhouse

It's near the studios with lots of space for her and 7-year-old Sophia.

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Why Insuring a Solar Home Isn't More Expensive

If you're thinking about going solar, don't let home insurance concerns stop you. In fact, those silicon panels could save you some greenbacks ... and not just on your utilities.

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Quiz: Can You Match the State With Its Top Listed Home Amenity?

The answers may surprise you.

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Listings Analysis Reveals Popular Amenities in Every State

Whether home sellers advertise underground sprinklers or underground storm shelters depends a lot on where they're selling.

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Philadelphia or Pittsburgh? Which City is Right for You?

See what locals had to say about why their town is the best choice.

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A Tiny Home Built Out of Spite

It's just 55 inches wide at its narrowest, with room for an RV-style bedroom loft.

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Green Features: Do They Sell a Home?

Your home's solar panels and geothermal system probably seem like big selling points to you, but buyers may feel differently.

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Vote for Your Favorite Homes of the Year (So Far)

Take a look back at some of the standout homes we've featured in 2016, and pick your favorite from each month.

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3 Common Moving Nightmares (and How to Prevent Them)

There's no other way to put it: Moving is stressful. But it doesn't have to be a waking nightmare. Here's how to avoid a move from ... you know where.

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Are You Ready for a Hot Seller Season?

Thinking of selling your home? Christina El Moussa of HGTV's 'Flip or Flop' says SPRING into action now!

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House of the Week: An Aspen Retreat With Great Views Any Time of Year

It's a short walk to Aspen, or just take in the views from the Jacuzzi.

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Tech Workers' Pricier Homes Mean They Pay More in Taxes

A look at what tech households' property taxes would pay for in major tech hubs.

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40 Great Plants to Grow in Hanging Baskets

Customize a hanging basket of houseplants, succulents or edible plants to suit your style and space.

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Top Updates for Traditional Homes

Love the charm of a traditional home but still want to feel like you're living in the 21st century? Here are three ways to add a contemporary vibe to a home with history.

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Why Is My Lender Asking About My Race on My Loan Application?

It may seem odd, but the government requests this personal information for two important reasons.

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Homes with 'Subway Tiles' or 'Barn Doors' Sell Faster and For More Money

Zillow research shows certain keywords referring to homes' features, amenities and design styles impact their sale price and time on the market.

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Markets Where Buyers, Sellers Have Negotiating Power

Inventory is down across the country, giving sellers an advantage. Here are the markets where buyers have it worst, and where they have the upper hand.

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What to Do When a Seller Rejects Your Offer

You've got your heart set on that 2-bedroom charmer, but the seller turned you down. Now what?

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Benji Madden Sells His Bachelor Cabin

The Good Charlotte guitarist sold his renovated home on a forested half acre to another rocker.

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Houston, We Have a Listing From the Apollo 13 Commander

James Lovell's vacation home is in the heart of Texas Hill Country.

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#HomemadeHack: Make a Seedling Starter

No green thumb? No problem! Use a lemon to start your seedlings and watch your garden grow.

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Wes Craven's Former LA Home Will Make You 'Scream'

Steve McQueen lived in this mid-century modern, too.

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Uma Thurman Lists Like She Twists, With Style

The Manhattan duplex boasts a Turkish-style bath with an arched tile ceiling.

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