There are plenty of good reasons you might be ready to move. No matter your motivations, before you list your current house, you need to consider where you’ll go next.

Some Highlights If you’re thinking of buying a home this year, be sure to factor in the long-term benefits of homeownership. On average, nationwide, home prices appreciated by 288.7% over the last 32 years. That means homeowners grow their net worth significantly in the long term. Homeownership wins over time. Let’s connect so you can …

We are pleased to announce that Kurt Yang represented the buyer of a $40,000,000 transaction in New York and CASTLES(R) Luxury is off to a great start!
Kurt has worked diligently to ensure that the buyer received a fair and equitable deal and his hard work has paid off. Please join us in congratulating Kurt on this milestone achievement.
We have high expectations for CASTLES(R) Luxury, and we are confident that this accomplishment is just the beginning. We look forward to celebrating more successes in the future.

If you’ve seen recent headlines about foreclosures surging in the housing market, you’re certainly not alone. There’s no doubt, the stories in the media can be pretty confusing right now. They may even make you think twice about buying a home for fear that prices could crash. The reality is, the data shows a foreclosure …

If you’ve been following the housing market over the last couple of years, you’ve likely heard about growing affordability challenges. But according to experts, the key factors that determine housing affordability are projected to improve this year. Selma Hepp, Executive, Deputy Chief Economist at CoreLogic, shares: “. . . with slowly improving affordability and a

The Manhattan residence of hedge fund pioneer Julian Hart Robertson, Jr. surfaced on the open market this winter. The property, which features stunning views of Central Park through the soaring, arched combination windows and terrace-access French doors that line the exterior wall of its living room, is currently listed at $30 million on the nose.

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Some Highlights If you’re thinking about selling your house, recent headlines about home prices falling month-over-month may have you second guessing your decision—but perspective matters. While home prices are down slightly month-over-month in some markets, home values are still up almost 10% nationally on a year-over-year basis. A nearly 10% gain is still dramatic compared…

One of the first steps in your homebuying journey is getting pre-approved. To understand why it’s such an important step, you need to understand what pre-approval is and what it does for you. Business Insider explains: “In a preapproval [sic], the lender tells you which types of loans you may be eligible to take out, …

Whether you’re already a homeowner or you’re looking to become one, the recent headlines about home prices may leave you with more questions than answers. News stories are talking about home prices falling, and that’s raising concerns about a repeat of what happened to prices in the crash in [...]

The home of singer and actress Jennifer Lopez has gone ON SALE for a market price of $42.5 million. This countryside-inspired 1940 8-acre home has everything you are looking for.

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Last year, the Federal Reserve took action to try to bring down inflation. In response to those efforts, mortgage rates jumped up rapidly from the record lows we saw in 2021, peaking at just over 7% last October. Hopeful buyers experienced a hit to their purchasing power as a result, and some decided to press …

Fully renovated modern farmhouse in Orinda boasting 4BRs/3BAs, living rm, expansive backyard garden & family rm w private deck. Vaulted beamed ceilings greet you upon entry to the living rm w magnificent lush greenery & mountain views + marble tiled fireplace.

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Welcome to the Scenic Oasis, a BRAND NEW 11,000 sq ft resort-style estate built over a half acre fully-developed lot in Muirlands, La Jolla. This one-of-a-kind property offers unique features including a foyer lounge, dual Master Suites, and a second-floor pool with a 12ft waterfall.

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It doesn’t matter if you’re someone who closely follows the economy or not, chances are you’ve heard whispers of an upcoming recession. Economic conditions are determined by a broad range of factors, so rather than explaining them each in-depth, let’s lean on the experts and what history tells us to see what could lie …