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Feeling fine: the rise of ‘wellness real estate’
The Global Wellness Institute estimates that the sector could be worth $913bn by the end of 2028. It’s a big development for what was once regarded as ‘woo-woo’Business - Financial Times - November 8 -
Forget Screen Time. We Need to Talk About Screen Real Estate
Spending many hours daily looking at screens feels like a foregone conclusion. The new challenge is paring down what fills them.Tech - Wired - November 8 -
A Real Estate Queen and the Secret She Couldn’t Keep Hidden
Alice Mason was New York City’s broker to the elite and a master at the art of hosting. One fête would alter her legacy and strain her relationship with her daughter.Top stories - The New York Times - November 10 -
For billionaire Mark Cuban, luxury real estate in a prime location trumps politics
Though the ‘Shark Tank’ star and entrepreneur has been a vocal critic of Donald Trump, he still hangs on to his lux N.Y. condo in the Trump tower.Business - MarketWatch - November 11 -
Trump appoints real estate exec Steven Witkoff as Middle East envoy
President-elect Trump said Tuesday that he picked real estate executive Steven Witkoff to be special envoy to the Middle East in his next administration. “Steve is a Highly Respected Leader in ...Politics - The Hill - November 12 -
Olav Thon, billionaire Norwegian real estate developer, dead at 101
Olav Thon, a billionaire entrepreneur recognizable for his bright red cap who went from selling leather and fox hides in his youth to build one of Norway’s biggest real estate empires, has diedWorld - ABC News - November 16 -
I’m buying a house. My real-estate agent asked me to sign an exclusive contract. Is this the new normal?
“Should we be on the lookout for anything important when signing a contract with a buyer’s agent?”Business - MarketWatch - October 25 -
Real-estate agents on how they handle haunted homes in an already-scary housing market
This Halloween, real-estate agents reflect on some of the creepiest, spookiest homes they’ve helped buy or sell — or lived in themselves.Business - MarketWatch - November 2 -
Here's how much JD Vance is worth, from his bitcoin to real estate
JD Vance, former President Trump's running mate, has come a long way from his hardscrabble childhood of "Hillbilly Elegy."Top stories - CBS News - November 1 -
Michael Bloomberg’s $50 million donation to Harris campaign could be half of what the billionaire’s real estate is worth
From the Hamptons to the Bahamas, Bloomberg has amassed an incredible portfolio of lavish properties around the globe.Business - MarketWatch - November 4 -
First-time home buyers’ share of home sales hits 43-year low, real-estate group says
It has never been this challenging to be a first-time home buyer.Business - MarketWatch - November 5 -
The average age of U.S. homebuyers jumps to 56—homes are 'wildly unaffordable' for young people, real estate expert says
With home prices up nearly 40% since 2020, buyers are now wealthier and older, making them more likely to outbid younger buyers with all-cash offers.Business - CNBC - November 4 -
Here's how much Donald Trump is worth, from his DJT stock to real estate
Donald Trump is still a billionaire, but his net worth has fluctuated sharply this year along with the value of one of his main investments.Top stories - CBS News - November 5 -
Average age of first-time homebuyers is 38, an all-time high. Here's what that says about the real estate market
The typical first-time homebuyer is now 38 years old, a record high, according to the National Association of Realtors.Business - CNBC - November 5 -
China retail sales beat forecasts in October while real estate slump worsens
Retail sales grew by 4.8% year-on-year, the National Bureau of Statistics said Friday. That was above the 3.8% forecasted in a Reuters poll, and a pickup from 3.2% growth in September.Business - CNBC - November 15 -
‘Sexiest man alive’ John Krasinski is pretty hot when it comes to real estate, too
Krasinski adds his title win to an already impressive list of accolades, but has sold all of his L.A. properties in favor of a quiet lifestyle on the East Coast.Business - MarketWatch - 4 days ago -
Will mortgage rates and home prices go down next year? Your 2025 real-estate road map.
Will mortgage rates finally fall in 2025? And will it become more affordable to buy — or even rent?Business - MarketWatch - 2 days ago -
Orlando Bloom gets caught up in Katy Perry’s legal battle with 1-800-Flowers founder over $15 million real estate deal
Bloom has been asked to testify in a trial next year in which Perry seeks damages from a man whose mansion she purchased in 2020.Business - MarketWatch - November 15 -
UK Budget as it happened: Rachel Reeves raises tax, spending and borrowing
Taxes rise as chancellor delivers the first Labour budget since 2010Business - Financial Times - October 30 -
UK hits wealthy with raids on non-doms, private equity and estates
Chancellor pressed ahead with contentious changes to offshore trusts used by rich foreignersBusiness - Financial Times - October 30 -
Closure of UK inheritance tax ‘loophole’ to penalise estates of wealthy pensioners
Experts say big tax bills could result from Rachel Reeves’ move in the BudgetBusiness - Financial Times - October 30 -
Meet ‘Generation Windfall’: coming to an estate agent near you
Fears of tax rises at the Budget have sent the Bank of Mum and Dad into overdriveWorld - Financial Times - November 1 -
Asheville Awaits the Return of Tourists as Biltmore Estate Prepares to Reopen
The Biltmore, a popular destination in the area of western North Carolina ravaged by Hurricane Helene, will reopen Saturday. Local travel operators nervously hope it will mark the return of tourists.Top stories - The New York Times - November 1 -
King and Prince William’s estates ‘making millions from charities and public services’
Duchies of Cornwall and Lancaster likely to make at least £50m from leasing land to services such as NHS and schools, according to investigation . King Charles and Prince William’s property empires ...World - The Guardian - November 2 -
Royal estates 'receive millions from public bodies and charities'
The private estates of King Charles and Prince William have received millions of pounds from contracts with taxpayer-funded bodies, according to a new documentary.Top stories - BBC News - November 2 -
UK landed estates warn Budget tax changes will ‘kill off’ business
Owners of historic houses hit out at changes to inheritance tax and national insuranceBusiness - Financial Times - November 9 -
Burglars steal vehicles from royal Windsor Castle estate that's home to Prince William and Kate
Burglars broke into the grounds of Britain's royal Windsor Castle in October and stole two vehicles from a barn, Thames Valley Police said.Top stories - NBC News - 5 days ago -
Burglars steal two vehicles from Windsor Castle estate
A pick-up truck and quad bike were taken in the raid last month in the area where Royal Family members live.Top stories - BBC News - 5 days ago -
Burglars Break Into Windsor Castle Estate, Home of Prince William, Kate and Family
The intruders entered a farm building on the castle estate last month and stole an Isuzu pickup and a quad bike, according to the local police.World - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
The Crisis at Real Madrid
The European champions have suffered 25 injuries this season, and there is friction in the locker room.Sports - The New York Times - November 15 -
Who was the real 'Mr Nice'?
Howard Marks' friends and associates give the inside story on the notorious drug smuggler.Top stories - BBC News - 6 days ago -
‘I know it’s awkward to give advice to wealthy people’: My wife, 50, has terminal cancer. Our estate is worth $18 million. How do we prepare?
“We have two children ages 19 and 21, with one starting law school and the younger planning on medical school.”Business - MarketWatch - November 7 -
The election will have a huge impact on your estate, even if you’re not rich yet. Why you need to act now.
No matter who wins, the clock is ticking to book a lawyer to create or update your plan.Business - MarketWatch - November 5 -
Malcolm X estate alleges DOJ, FBI, CIA, NYPD played role in events leading to assassination
The estate of Malcolm X is suing the federal government, accusing it of playing a role in the 1965 assassination of the civil rights leader. In a lawsuit filed against the Department of Justice ...Politics - The Hill - November 15 -
How James Dyson’s farming empire may land his estate with £120mn in death duties
Billionaire known for vacuums and hairdryers has become one of UK’s largest farmersBusiness - Financial Times - November 15