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Latin music superstar J Balvin crafts a pair of eminently quiet, contemplative refuges in his native Colombia with the help of Medellín based design firm 5 Sólidos http://dlvr.it/RZfxZm

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ICYMI: One of the biggest questions on everyone’s minds these days is: What’s going to happen to the housing market in the second half of the year? Based on recent data on the economy, unemployment, real estate, and more, many economists are revising their forecasts for the remainder of 2020 – and the outlook is extremely encouraging. Here’s a look at what some experts have to say about key areas that will power the industry and the economy forward this year. Mortgage Purchase Originations: Joel Kan, Associate Vice President of Economic and Industry Forecasting, Mortgage Bankers Association “The recovery in housing is happening faster than expected. We anticipated a drop off in Q3. But, we don’t think that’s the case anymore. We revised our Q3 numbers higher. Before, we predicted a 2 percent decline in purchase originations in 2020, now we think there will be 2 percent growth this year.” Home Sales: Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist, National Association of Realtors “Sales compl

In today’s economy, everyone seems to be searching for signs that a recovery is coming soon. Many experts agree that it may actually already be in motion or will be starting by the 3rd quarter of this year. With the housing market positioned to lead the way out of this recession, builder confidence might be a bright spark that gets the recovery fire started. The construction of new homes coming right around the corner is a huge part of that effort, and it may drive your opportunity to make a move this year. According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB):  “New home sales jumped in May, as housing demand was supported by low interest rates, a renewed household focus on housing, and rising demand in lower-density markets. Census and HUD estimated new home sales in May at a 676,000 seasonally adjusted annual pace, a 17% gain over April.”  In addition, builder confidence is also rising, opening up opportunity for newly constructed homes in the market. The NAHB also n

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One of the biggest questions on everyone’s minds these days is: What’s going to happen to the housing market in the second half of the year? Based on recent data on the economy, unemployment, real estate, and more, many economists are revising their forecasts for the remainder of 2020 – and the outlook is extremely encouraging. Here’s a look at what some experts have to say about key areas that will power the industry and the economy forward this year. Mortgage Purchase Originations: Joel Kan, Associate Vice President of Economic and Industry Forecasting, Mortgage Bankers Association “The recovery in housing is happening faster than expected. We anticipated a drop off in Q3. But, we don’t think that’s the case anymore. We revised our Q3 numbers higher. Before, we predicted a 2 percent decline in purchase originations in 2020, now we think there will be 2 percent growth this year.” Home Sales: Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist, National Association of Realtors “Sales completed in

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The New York and St. Louis Feds, meanwhile, have even worse estimates at -47 percent and -50 percent, respectively. http://dlvr.it/RZYR6R

Italian buyers, seeking a place to park their money as their country’s economy continues to reel after being hit hard by the coronavirus, are seeing the potential for better deals during the current climate and expect the market to rebound strongly in the coming years. http://dlvr.it/RZYR5V

The latest numbers tell a positive story according to Javier Vivas, realtor.com's director of research. http://dlvr.it/RZVsDL

A mansion known as "Second Star" is Alaska's most expensive home. On the market for $9 million, it will set a state record if it sells at the current list price. The post Alaska’s Most Expensive Home Is a Massive $9M ‘Peter Pan’-Themed Mansion appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®. http://dlvr.it/RZTdwB

The Oxnard, CA, home of the late actor Lyle Waggoner went on the market in mid-June for $4.4 million. The TV star passed away in March at the age of 84. The post Beachfront Home in Oxnard, CA, of Late Actor Lyle Waggoner Is Listed for $4.4M appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®. http://dlvr.it/RZTdnG

The need to return to the office while sidestepping exposure is sparking all kinds of debate, from how to prepare offices for workers' safe return to whether brand new buildings will prove safer than old ones. http://dlvr.it/RZS7g1

After 104 days—the longest peacetime closure in its history—masked visitors can once again climb up (most of) the architectural icon http://dlvr.it/RZQy8V

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Designer Gillian Dubin and her spouse, civil rights and criminal defense attorney Josh Dubin, painstakingly modernized their 1903 townhouse while simultaneously restoring its original grandeur http://dlvr.it/RZQM6s

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Corner Chicken in East Village is officially opening its doors on Friday, June 26th, and is ready to serve San Diego locals… http://dlvr.it/RZLrHX

Wouldn't it be nice to leave the big-city apartment or the cramped, suburban house behind and weather the pandemic in a sprawling house in a resort area? The post What Recession? The Luxury Housing Market Is Back and Vacation Destinations Are Hot appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®. http://dlvr.it/RZLlCr

Defined as the top 5% of homes listed, the upscale housing sector saw the listing price entry point across the nation grow 6.1% year-over-year to $2.97 million. http://dlvr.it/RZLSQ7

ICYMI: The New York Times recently ran an article regarding unemployment titled: Don’t Cheer Too Soon. Keep an Eye on the Core Jobless Rate. The piece suggests we should look at unemployment numbers somewhat differently. The author of the article, Jed Kolko, is a well-respected economist who is currently the Chief Economist at Indeed, the world’s largest online jobs site. Previously, he was Chief Economist and VP of Analytics at Trulia, the online real estate site. Kolko suggests “the coronavirus pandemic has broken most economic charts and models, and all the numbers we regularly watch need a closer look.” He goes on to explain that the decline in the unemployment number reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) earlier this month was driven by a drop in temporary layoffs. If we strip those out, we’re left with what Kolko calls the core unemployment rate. Many economists have struggled with how to deal with the vast number of temporary layoffs, as a complete shutdown of the e

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We should all choose to stop seeing the tenant-landlord relationship in “us versus them” terms because it just isn't that simple.    http://dlvr.it/RZGdkD

ICYMI: A worldwide pandemic and an economic recession have had a tremendous effect on the nation. The uncertainty brought about by both has made predicting consumer behavior nearly impossible. For that reason, forecasting home prices has become extremely difficult. Normally, there’s a simple formula to determine the future price of any item: calculate the supply of that item in ratio to the demand for that item. In housing right now, demand far exceeds supply. Mortgage applications to buy a home just rose to the highest level in 11 years while inventory of homes for sale is at (or near) an all-time low. That would usually indicate strong appreciation for home values as we move throughout the year. Some experts, however, are not convinced the current rush of purchasers is sustainable. Ralph McLaughlin, Chief Economist at Haus, explained in their June 2020 Hausing Market Forecast why there is concern: “The upswing that we’ll see this summer is a result of pent-up demand from homeb

The New York Times recently ran an article regarding unemployment titled: Don’t Cheer Too Soon. Keep an Eye on the Core Jobless Rate. The piece suggests we should look at unemployment numbers somewhat differently. The author of the article, Jed Kolko, is a well-respected economist who is currently the Chief Economist at Indeed, the world’s largest online jobs site. Previously, he was Chief Economist and VP of Analytics at Trulia, the online real estate site. Kolko suggests “the coronavirus pandemic has broken most economic charts and models, and all the numbers we regularly watch need a closer look.” He goes on to explain that the decline in the unemployment number reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) earlier this month was driven by a drop in temporary layoffs. If we strip those out, we’re left with what Kolko calls the core unemployment rate. Many economists have struggled with how to deal with the vast number of temporary layoffs, as a complete shutdown of the economy

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This Beverly Hills, CA, condo was transformed from a cookie cutter space into an opulent retreat like no other. The place is now for sale, decor negotiable. The post Extreme Opulence or Terribly Tacky? Must-See Photos of a Beverly Hills Condo appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®. http://dlvr.it/RZC6pC

ICYMI: According to the latest FreddieMac Quarterly Forecast, mortgage interest rates have fallen to historically low levels this spring and they’re projected to remain low. This means there’s a huge incentive for buyers who are ready to purchase. And homeowners looking for eager buyers can take advantage of this opportune time to sell as well. There’s a very positive outlook on interest rates going forward, as the projections from the FreddieMac report indicate continued lows into 2021: “Going forward, we forecast the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage to remain low, falling to a yearly average of 3.4% in 2020 and 3.2% in 2021.”  With mortgage rates hovering at such compelling places, ongoing buyer interest is bound to keep driving the housing market forward. Rates also reached another record low last week, so homebuyers are in what FreddieMac is identifying as the buying mood: “While the rebound in the economy is uneven, one segment that is exhibiting strength is the housing mark

A worldwide pandemic and an economic recession have had a tremendous effect on the nation. The uncertainty brought about by both has made predicting consumer behavior nearly impossible. For that reason, forecasting home prices has become extremely difficult. Normally, there’s a simple formula to determine the future price of any item: calculate the supply of that item in ratio to the demand for that item. In housing right now, demand far exceeds supply. Mortgage applications to buy a home just rose to the highest level in 11 years while inventory of homes for sale is at (or near) an all-time low. That would usually indicate strong appreciation for home values as we move throughout the year. Some experts, however, are not convinced the current rush of purchasers is sustainable. Ralph McLaughlin, Chief Economist at Haus, explained in their June 2020 Hausing Market Forecast why there is concern: “The upswing that we’ll see this summer is a result of pent-up demand from homebuyers a

Production designer John P. Goldsmith brought Los Angeles back to 1932 for the HBO courtroom drama Perry Mason starring Matthew Rhys http://dlvr.it/RZ98hL

Just in time for Pride, realtor.com has rounded up the LGBTQ-friendly destinations with some of the highest percentages of same-sex couples in the nation. The post The 10 Most LGBTQ-Friendly Towns and Cities in the U.S. Provide a Few Fierce Surprises appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®. http://dlvr.it/RZ7KGR

The real estate industry has undergone some significant changes in order to adapt to the new reality. http://dlvr.it/RZ72Fb

According to the latest FreddieMac Quarterly Forecast, mortgage interest rates have fallen to historically low levels this spring and they’re projected to remain low. This means there’s a huge incentive for buyers who are ready to purchase. And homeowners looking for eager buyers can take advantage of this opportune time to sell as well. There’s a very positive outlook on interest rates going forward, as the projections from the FreddieMac report indicate continued lows into 2021: “Going forward, we forecast the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage to remain low, falling to a yearly average of 3.4% in 2020 and 3.2% in 2021.”  With mortgage rates hovering at such compelling places, ongoing buyer interest is bound to keep driving the housing market forward. Rates also reached another record low last week, so homebuyers are in what FreddieMac is identifying as the buying mood: “While the rebound in the economy is uneven, one segment that is exhibiting strength is the housing market. Pur

Del Mar Highlands Town Center’s beloved Sidecar Doughnuts has reopened at the Center this week, providing the community with their hand-crafted doughnuts… http://dlvr.it/RZ5XVf

Study shows consumer concerns about health will change the way homes are designed post COVID-19. http://dlvr.it/RZ5MHr

Star chefs Rita Sodi and Jody Williams turn to Plain Englısh for the kitchen of their dreams http://dlvr.it/RZ47x1

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Reality TV star Luann de Lesseps has placed her vacation home in upstate New York on the market. She’s asking $1.15 million for the round house. The post ‘Real Housewives’ Star Luann de Lesseps Selling Hudson River Home for $1.15M appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®. http://dlvr.it/RYycPD

Now on the market for $269,900, the famous "pie house" has baked up a new wave of interest and bubbled to the top of this week's most popular homes. The post Oddly Shaped ‘Pie House’ in Illinois Is the Week’s Most Popular Home appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®. http://dlvr.it/RYycD0

Organizations dedicated to protecting the nation’s heritage through historic preservation are working to keep their advocacy alive http://dlvr.it/RYxylq

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These gardening shops, from a “menagerie” in Birmingham, Alabama, to a Hudson Valley family farm, are must-visits http://dlvr.it/RYvTm7

Author Toni Tipton-Martin embarked on the domestic project of a lifetime, only to confront unforeseen systemic roadblocks http://dlvr.it/RYtszp

By combining sculptural castaways like broken chairs with pieces of trash and then wrapping them in natural jute cord, the designer revives everyday objects with handcraft and heart http://dlvr.it/RYtswl

New home construction is finally turning around. But just when will buyers see the proof of it? http://dlvr.it/RYrr6C