House of the Week: Storybook House in the Woods
885 Hill Ln, Lake Tahoe NV For sale: $3,700,000 When Paul Arnold and his wife Elizabeth decided to build their custom home, they wanted something beyond fun. They wanted something fantastic. Hence, “The Hobbit House” was born. “As a framing contractor, I do hundreds of homes a year
Don’t Buy The Best House on the Block
As the real estate market starts to heat up again in some markets, we sometimes forget what’s happened in the past. We get caught up in the home search and the desire to own. Some buyers even forget the old real estate adage: location, location, location. So it helps if you step back for a second.
@Zillow Tweets of the Week – 05/19/12
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Fit for a Queen? “Game of Thrones” Star Lists Mid-Century Home
Why, it hardly looks like the home of an evil queen. In fact, with its classic mid-century modern lines and minimalist decor, the house owned by “Game of Thrones” star Lena Headey exudes the taste and sensibility of someone far more cool and reasonable than the incestuous character Queen
Gardens Add More Than Just Flourish for These Upscale Properties
reen space helps filter the surrounding air, provides oxygen, and, according to some studies, increases relaxation and even reduces pain. It can also be a boon to real estate, since the presence of an outdoor (or indoor) oasis can help sell a home. According to real estate agent Brendon DeSimone,
Facebook Apps Enhance Business Pages
aving a Facebook real estate business page is no longer a questionable requirement, it is essential. In today’s market and economy, having niche Facebook business pages for short sales, foreclosures, ranch properties, gated communities, luxury real estate, and other types of specialties ca
At 195K, Historic Scripps Home Tells Detroit’s Sad Real Estate Tale
Detroit is hardly lacking for symbols of its Great Recession free fall, but there’s fresh evidence that the Detroit real estate market continues to be the most troubled in the United States. While some regions are starting to report a bottom for housing prices, Detroit continues to offer some
May is Deck Safety Month — Is Your Deck Safe?
ay is National Deck Safety Month and the most common cause of deck collapses is improper attachment to a building. Most decks are supported on one side by the building, and on the opposite side by the earth. Â The photo below shows a deck collapse that happened in Minnesota. This is exactly how most
How to Pick the Right Window Style for Your Home
ohn Mayer's non-traditional look
Indoor Pools: Ultimate Laps of Luxury
ome of us are just looking to an extra powder room to our homes. And then, well, there are these aquatic wonders: Homes that boast indoor swimming options that range from luxurious to opulent. But be prepared! Scrolling through this compilation of natatorium-enabled manses is enough to stir up a swi
Report: Jennifer Aniston Renting Beverly Hills Home
Source: People.com
Zillow Partnership Platform: Designed for Shared Interests
hen I joined Zillow in March, my primary assignment was building bridges to the MLS and broker communities – talk with them and help them understand what Zillow is all about and more importantly how we can be better partners in the real estate space. What I found very quickly was there were thre
Renting? Know Your Rights
he housing market’s slow rebound makes renting a good option for many. Former homeowners looking to recover their financial stability are joining new renters on the hunt for their first apartment and long-time tenants facing rising rental costs. But in the rush to find a place to call home, hereâ€
30-Year Fixed Mortgage Rate Hits New Record Low For Second Consecutive Week
ortgage rates for 30-year fixed mortgages fell this week, with the current rate borrowers were quoted on Zillow Mortgage Marketplace at 3.59 percent, down from 3.65 percent at this same time last week. This represents the lowest rate reported since Zillow Mortgage Marketplace launched in April 2008
Ryan Seacrest Buys Ellen DeGeneres’ Custom Estate
Even in Hollywood circles, $49 million is a hefty chunk of change to put down on a home. But for uber-producer, television host and radio personality Ryan Seacrest, Ellen DeGeneres’ and Portia de Rossi’s custom and very private estate, pictured above, was worth it. Shortly after Seacrest