Real Estate

In New York City, discerning buyers are increasingly viewing Passive House design principles as the key differentiator as they size up potential new homes. Happily for them, a growing number of companies are designing using Passive House principles. The Passive House method of construction results in structures that remain comfortable for the occupants, both in
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Oscar-winning director James Cameron has listed his sweeping ranch set along California’s Gaviota Coast for $33 million––parting with otherworldly Pacific Ocean views that inspired his five-part Avatar film franchise. The 8,000-square-foot home he and his wife, Suzy Amis Cameron, purchased 24 years ago is sited on an oceanfront 102-acre parcel in a biodiverse haven that’s
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The leafy L.A. neighborhood of Holmby Hills is known for its palatial, castle-like estates, each like its own private resort. The latest impressive home to the market is a $40 million European-inspired estate located down the street from the iconic Playboy Mansion and Spelling Manor. Sitting on 1.5 acres, the estate features Old World European-style
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Singapore’s so-called shophouses are a defining element in some of the city-state’s historic neighborhoods. Built in the early 1900s, they are usually found in the city center, blend traditional architecture with ornate details and display colorful facades. ADVERTISEMENT “Shophouses traditionally refer to two- or three-story terrace houses commonly found in Southeast Asia, particularly in countries
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By: Christos Makridis Dr. Doug Milburn, an innovator and executive chairman and founder of Advanced Glazings (AGL), thrives on solving problems. For over 35 years, he has brought his vision and passion to manufacturing, engineering, software development and process engineering. Across the leadership roles throughout his career, Dr. Milburn has helped create successful companies by
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When the market is volatile, it’s important to be mindful of your other assets and think of your portfolio in a holistic way, said certified financial planner Lazetta Rainey Braxton, co-founder and co-CEO of virtual advisory firm 2050 Wealth Partners. “When we are thinking about market volatility, that means that there is uncertainty about what direction
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Over-regulation and the systemic lack of new housing in New York City have created an opportunity for investors in free-market multifamily assets. In this article, we review emerging investment trends, underlying fundamentals and drivers. We also have some recommendations for smaller investors. Investor’s Shift: Regulation Effect #1 Market rate apartments, which make up 45% of
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For savvy investors, there could be opportunities in real estate as properties in the current market dip in value. Collectively, prices for all types of property have fallen during the last months, as reported by CoStar. We can expect some owners to look to sell later this year, based on their difficulty to make financial
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Spacious multimillion-dollar estates on large lots line the streets of Toronto’s ultraluxury neighborhoods collectively known as Millionaire’s Mile. Bridle Path, York Mills, Sunnybrook and Forest Hill account for the wealthiest areas in the Canadian city. ADVERTISEMENT York Mills, located northeast of the city center, is known for stately homes surrounded by lush, natural greenery. For
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