The City of Hamilton has hit pause on enforcing its short-term rental tires. The new bylaw was supposed to go into effect Thursday, which would’ve made it illegal for property owners to rent out homes for less than 28 consecutive days on sites like Airbnb if they don’t actually live there. The Council passed the…
The Simple Secret to Buying the Perfectly Imperfect House in Today’s Insane Market
How many “first dates” have you been on with homes you hoped to buy that ended up falling flat? The photos online looked good. On paper, the property had everything you need. But in person, you realize: No way. And at that price? Forget it. Welcome to the depressing reality of home shopping today. Low…
Bed Stuy Brownstone With Woodwork Asks $3.1 Million
Lush with 1890s detail like elaborate wood mantels, a grand staircase, and a passthrough with marble sinks and built-ins, this Bed Stuy townhouse is back on the market after a 2020 sale. At 164 MacDonough Street, the house was previously renovated with updated wet rooms and central air. The Romanesque Revival brownstone is one of…
Alabama Softball lands LSU transfers pitcher Alea Johnson
The Alabama softball program landed a commitment LSU transfer pitcher Alea Johnson. Johnson spent one season in Baton Rouge. The native of Fairhope, Alabama was solid in the circle. Johnson finished the season with a 7-1 record and a 1.41 ERA. In 44.2 innings pitched, Johnson allowed just nine earned runs. Johnson’s experience as a…
US Rent Growth Slows, Providing Relief for Millions of Renters
Apartment rental price growth is experiencing a significant decline, leading to a shift in the rental market in favor of tenants. The average of six national rental-price measures, which includes data from rental-listing and property data companies, indicates that new-lease asking rents have risen by just under 2% over the 12 months ending in May….
Realtor helps LGBTQ+ Texans leave state through ‘Rainbow Underground Railroad’
DALLAS (KXAN) — The end of this month can’t come soon enough for Paul Lewis. He’ll get to hand over the keys to his house in a Dallas suburb and start a long drive north, where he’ll become the latest LGBTQ+ Texan to leave the state in hopes of finding a friendlier place to call…
Is Buy-to-Let Worth It?
FAQs Is buy-to-let dead? While changes in tax regulations and the current economic climate have made buy-to-let more challenging, it can still be a profitable investment with careful planning and management. Can you still make money from buy-to-let? Yes, with the right property and management, you can generate a steady rental income and potentially benefit…
Secret Order of Tents Society Saved With Tax Exemption
The historic secret aid society run by Black women that has a headquarters in the magnificent but dilapidated building at 87 MacDonough Street was granted a tax exemption today, according to New York City Council Member Justin Brannan. Brannan, chairman of the committee on finance, said in an email that the Department of Finance reduced…
6 Summer Reads for 2023 on Money, Mindset, and Meaningful Relationships
Are you ready to embark on a journey of personal growth with a summer reading list? In this post I will review my top 6 book picks for Summer 2023 that promise to revolutionize your perspectives on money, mindset, and meaningful relationships. As a physician-turned-real-estate-investor, I’ve learned that a well-chosen book can be a game-changer,…
10 Cities Where Homebuyers Can Find the Best Deals This Summer
Davel5957 / Getty Images Annual home list prices have dropped for the first time in years, according to a new Realtor.com report. And while the dips in price have been relatively small, drops have been more dramatic in some places than others. The Realtor.com report found that the biggest drops were occurring in areas where…