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SRS Real Estate Partners closes $5.66 million sale of First Watch property in Addison
REJournals
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August 27, 2025
SRS Real Estate Partners closed the $5.66 million sale of a newly renovated First Watch restaurant property at 5353 Belt Line Road in Addison, Texas, in the Dallas market. Situated on 1.1 acres, the 5,672-square-foot single-tenant property has a...
Americans think you should land your dream job by 29, buy your first home at 30, and earn six figures by 35—they’re in for a reality check
Fortune
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Americans still believe 30 is the goal post for a dream job and a first home, new research reveals—but in reality, that timeline of ‘adulthood’ is changing. Boomer parents like to brag about buying their first homes in cash, but in 2025,...
Are you buying a home that's been flooded? What to know about Wisconsin disclosure laws
Fond du Lac Reporter - Wisconsin
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While the 1,000-year flood that swept through southeast Wisconsin in early August was a rare event, climate change is fueling more extreme rainfall across the state. It was one of many reminders this summer that the Midwest isn't the climate haven...
I’d move house to fit this stunning 116in TV into my living room
Stuff
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August 27, 2025
It’s no secret that the TV market is moving towards bigger screens, especially for US buyers looking to bag a new 4K TV. And while the UK and Europe might not have quite the same appetite for massive 4K TVs, that hasn’t stopped Hisense from...
A ‘third way’ between buying or renting? Swiss co-ops say they’ve found it
The New Zealand Herald
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August 27, 2025
The details will seem foreign to many in the West, where building home equity is baked into the system. But the central idea is simple: What if homeownership had no profit motive and no capital gains? In Switzerland’s member-based co-operative...
Labor Day sales: What's worth buying now and what you should hold off on
KTNV - Nevada
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August 27, 2025
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Labor Day weekend is one of the biggest shopping events of the year, but experts say not every deal is worth jumping on right now. Retailers use the holiday to clear out inventory, making it one of the best times to save on...
Housing market shifts toward buyers in most U.S. metros
Spectrum News 13 - Florida
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August 27, 2025
Home shoppers, take heart. It's a buyer's market in most metropolitan areas of the U.S., according to a new Redfin analysis released Wednesday. Sellers now outnumber home buyers by at least 10% in 35 of the 50 most populous parts of the country,...
Wellness surge: Saunas, gyms, and galleries drive Melbourne’s luxury property market
Real Estate Business
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August 27, 2025
Wellness amenities and lifestyle-driven features are reshaping Melbourne’s luxury property market as buyer behaviours continue to shift.Recent findings from Marshall White reveal that luxury home buyers are increasingly targeting properties that...
Own your own Scottish castle on beautiful island for less than an average house in London
Scottish Daily Express
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August 27, 2025
A castle on one of Scotland's most spectacular islands has been put up for sale - and it probably costs a lot less than you'd think. Historic Kinloch Castle on the Isle of Rum has been put on the market by NatureScot, which had been managing the...
12 open house follow-up email templates proven to win clients
Housing Wire
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August 27, 2025
Hosting an open house is exciting, but the real opportunity comes after the last guest leaves. A well-timed open house follow-up email is often what turns a quick conversation at the door into a real client relationship. Still, figuring out what...
You can buy your own stunning Scots island castle for less than a London house
Daily Record & Sunday Mail
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August 27, 2025
A castle situated on one of Scotland's most breathtaking islands has been listed for sale, and it might be more affordable than you'd imagine. The historic Kinloch Castle on the Isle of Rum is now on the market, courtesy of NatureScot, who had...
Home buyers are insisting on an unusual new check before they agree to buy a property
Daily Mail
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August 27, 2025
House hunters are increasingly asking to stay overnight at a property before making an offer on their dream home. Eric Albert, a seller, recently hosted a couple who requested an extended stay at his estate to ensure the home was comfortable and...
Alabama home sales are declining
Thomasville Times - Alabama
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August 27, 2025
Click here to listen to this article! Home sales in Alabama dropped 8.6% from June to July and 2.2% compared to the same period in 2024, according to a report released by the Alabama Association of Realtors. However, the July report indicated that...
New mortgages soar in Spain due to lower interest rates and concerns over further property price rises
Olive Press
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August 27, 2025
NEW mortgages approved in Spain have soared to levels not seen since the first half of 2011. Figures released on Wednesday by the National Institute of Statsitics showed 243,257 home mortgages were granted between January and June this year. That...
Housing affordability: How much do Kiwi families need to comfortably buy a new house?
The New Zealand Herald
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August 27, 2025
By contrast, many academic studies consider buying a home comfortable when buyers spend no more than 30% of their income on mortgage costs. For that to happen, the Auckland family above would need to earn $213,158 for a median-priced home....
Police warn of rental property scam
KFVS - Missouri
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August 27, 2025
CARBONDALE, Ill. (KFVS) - Police in Carbondale, Illinois, are warning the community about a scam involving fake property rental websites. According to the Carbondale Police Department, in this particular scam, the perpetrators will use images from...
Is this Britain’s most isolated house? Stunning woodland cottage with no neighbours hits market
The Sun
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August 27, 2025
A STUNNING woodland cottage which could be Britain’s most isolated house has gone up for sale. It could be the ideal property for anyone who likes their privacy as it has no neighbours. 10 The stunning cottage is set in some beautiful...
Think you actually own all those movies you've been buying digitally? Think again | J Oliver Conroy
The Guardian
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August 27, 2025
A possible class-action lawsuit against Amazon Prime, one of the world’s biggest platforms for streaming film and television, has raised an odd question: what does it mean to buy something? The proposed lawsuit, which was filed last week in...
New home sales fall in July, affordability primary cause
Woodworking Network
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August 27, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. — According to newly released data from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau, sales of newly built single-family homes edged 0.6% lower in July, falling to a seasonally adjusted annual...
DIY Fixture Replacements That Impress Buyers
Artvoice
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August 27, 2025
When preparing your home for sale, small changes can make a big impact on potential buyers. Outdated fixtures are often the first thing buyers notice when walking through a property. The good news is that replacing fixtures yourself can transform...