Despite negative recommendations from staff and the Miami Planning and Zoning Appeals Board, the city commission unanimously approved a zoning change that paves the way for The Melo Group’s Square Station project to move forward. City commissioners were swayed by the developers’ promise to set aside 96 apartments in two proposed residential towers for workforce...
Uber co-founder makes real estate play with Haus
SAN FRANCISCO — Uber co-founder Garrett Camp has launched a new real estate venture called Haus for startup studio Expa, which allows buyers to digitize the making and accepting of official offers on a property. Camp debuted the startup on Thursday,TechCrunch reports. Haus now aims to capture the market for buyers looking for more transparency in the process,...
Millennials now largest generation in housing market
CHERRY HILL, N.J. – Aug. 2, 2016 – New research from TD Bank reveals that millennials are more conservative with their money than their youth would suggest. In fact, nearly two-thirds are saving cash in order to buy their first home. However, 74 percent of millennials say that saving for a downpayment is still the most significant hurdle to achieving the...
They’re back: Teardowns again becoming popular
They’re back: Teardowns again becoming popular WASHINGTON – Aug. 2, 2016 – More builders and private individuals are turning to teardowns to open up lots. They’re eyeing aging homes to demolish and replace with a modern house that they believe will be more appealing to today’s homebuyers. In Houston, the teardown trend is especially evident. Permits...
Housing opportunity through Modernization Act signed. Makes room now for easier Florida condo sales
WASHINGTON – Aug. 2, 2016 – President Obama has signed H.R. 3700 – the “Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act” – into law. The move paves the way for more condo sales, especially in Florida. First-time buyers will soon find it easier to qualify for a mortgage in more condo developments, and, as a result, more current condo owners will find...
Mercedes Demonstrates Technological Prowess with Un-piloted 12-mile Bus Drive –
Luxury Daily As cities bear the brunt of worldwide population growth and the effects of global warming are gradually felt, public transport is a necessity. Focusing on the public transit market as the market poses for growth will keep revenue high while also allowing the brand to show off technology and position itself as a leader. “In luxury, acting as...