In Miami’s luxury pre-construction market, buyers are paying a clear premium for developments branded by well-known hospitality companies. At the same time, equally reputable non-branded projects often struggle to attract attention, even when they offer better value. This two-tier pricing structure is driven by brand psychology rather than hard differences in quality or investment fundamentals. ...
Outdated lending rules are sidelining Miami condo buyers, as federal standards treat building improvements as “deferred maintenance,” forcing many to put down 25% even in buildings that have passed all required inspections. Miami’s condo market is experiencing a financing logjam unrelated to structural safety or reserve funding. Instead, the problem stems from how Fannie Mae’s ...
Jackson Hole’s real estate market operates on a different set of rules than almost any other in the country. With 97% of Teton County owned by federal, state, or local entities and most of the remaining 3% either developed or protected by conservation easements, opportunities for new construction are nearly nonexistent. This extreme scarcity, combined ...
Connecticut’s Greater Hartford metro area has become one of the nation’s most active housing markets, creating both opportunities and challenges for local leaders. As demand for housing outpaces supply, the Capital Region Development Authority (CRDA) is at the center of efforts to expand residential options and revitalize the city. With a mandate that spans real ...
Connecticut’s shoreline communities are experiencing a surge in demand that contrasts with the cooling trends seen in many parts of the country. Driven by buyers prioritizing long-term wealth and exclusive access to waterfront amenities, the market remains firm for properties under $800,000, even as other regions slow. Nicholas Tarquino, a realtor with Carbutti & Co., ...
The Hudson Valley real estate market is moving away from the extremes of the pandemic era and settling into a more balanced environment. After several years marked by intense buyer competition and rapid sales, the region is now characterized by longer listing times, increased negotiation, and a return to traditional buying and selling practices. Christina ...
Matt Territo, team leader of Team Territo, shows that his path from construction to real estate sales in St. Augustine marks more than a career change; it reflects a shift in priorities shaped by family and the realities of building in a demanding coastal market and years of overseeing complex construction projects, where hundreds of ...
South Florida’s approach to mixed-use development is changing rapidly, shaped by new consumer expectations, economic pressures, and lessons from international markets. Developers in the region are adopting more complex strategies to respond to regulatory shifts and adapt to a market that now demands more than a blend of residential, retail, and office space. Nicolas Pinzon, ...
The North Jersey real estate market has entered a new phase, as higher interest rates and increased inventory are reshaping the dynamics between buyers and sellers. After nearly a decade of steady price appreciation and rapid sales, buyers now hold more negotiating power than they have in years. Agents, investors, and homeowners are adjusting to ...
Manhattan’s residential real estate market is defying its usual seasonal slowdown, with activity surging since November and continuing through the typically quiet winter months. Ann Ferguson, principal broker and founder of Ann Ferguson LLC, a veteran Manhattan broker with 25 years of experience, says this year’s pattern stands out sharply from previous cycles. “Usually, the ...
Recent changes in Manhattan’s political and tax environment are fueling a visible exodus of wealthy individuals from New York City, with many relocating to northern New Jersey and other lower-tax states. According to Christian Di Stasio at Christian Di Stasio Group, a broker associate specializing in luxury transactions up to $15 million, this migration is ...
Falling mortgage rates are driving renewed activity in northern New Jersey’s real estate market, not only among homeowners seeking lower payments but also among investors reallocating funds from equities into property as rates stabilize. A Shift from Constraint to Catalyst After a period of high mortgage rates that slowed transaction volume and dampened confidence, the ...
Montreal’s residential market recorded 8.7% year-over-year price growth, even as Toronto and Vancouver posted declines. At first glance, this suggests broad strength across Canada’s second-largest city. But Joëlle Bitar, a broker whose team manages nearly 100 active listings across Montreal and its suburbs, says that headline figure masks a sharp divide across property types. Bitar ...
The Greater Hartford metropolitan area has rapidly become one of the most active housing markets in the country, creating both new opportunities and complex challenges for development officials. The heightened demand is driving a wave of investment in residential construction, office-to-housing conversions, and infrastructure upgrades throughout Connecticut’s capital region. David Steuber, Executive Director of the ...
The Manhattan residential market is showing signs of renewed activity as mortgage rates fall from their recent highs, drawing cautious buyers back while inventory remains tight. After an extended slowdown through much of 2025, early 2026 indicators suggest a possible spring rebound for New York’s luxury residential sector. Emma Kerins, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker ...
