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What Happens to My Rent When the Building’s Tax Benefit Expires?
Real Estate, Today

Once your apartment is no longer rent stabilized, there are laws that can protect you from eviction and unreasonable increases.

Alexander Brothers Plead Not Guilty in Sex Trafficking Case
Real Estate, Yesterday

Real estate brokers Tal and Oren Alexander, along with their brother Alon Alexander, are charged with drugging and assaulting multiple women.

Kris Jenner Puts the ‘Keeping Up With the Kardashians’ House Up for Sale
Real Estate, Yesterday

The six-bedroom home in Los Angeles, where the family’s reality TV show was filmed for more than a decade, is being listed for $13.5 million.

They Traded a Garden for a House That Would Nurture Them
Real Estate, Yesterday

A couple lived in a three-story house on a double lot in Portland, Ore. But they wanted a smaller house on one level, so they built it right next door.

$300,000 Homes on Prince Edward Island
Real Estate, Yesterday

The Canadian island in the Gulf of St. Lawrence offers a mix of rustic cabins, modern townhouses and classic saltbox houses.

Fannie Mae Underpins the Mortgage Market. Should the Government Sell It?
Business, Yesterday

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac were bailed out by the government during the housing crisis nearly 17 years ago. The Trump administration is considering letting them go private again.

California Asks Insurers to Spare Wildfire Victims ‘the List’
Real Estate, Yesterday

The state’s regulator wants insurance carriers to pay full policy limits without requiring victims to itemize every object in their destroyed homes.

Harlem House Where Billie Holiday Lived Is Damaged in Fire
Real Estate, Yesterday

The jazz legend lived in the five-story building on West 139th Street as a teenager with her mother.

When a Pro-Trump Crypto King Came Knocking, San Francisco Elites Locked the Door
National, Yesterday

A Bitcoin pioneer’s apartment purchase was rejected by the building’s residents after he was in escrow. The sellers — including a powerful Democrat — say they don’t care about his politics.

Two First-Time Buyers Searched the West Side With a $700,000 Budget. Which One-Bedroom Was Right?
Interactive, February 6

After years of renting “typical shoebox Manhattan apartments,” a young couple went looking for a co-op unit they could buy. Here’s what they found.

Which Costs More: A Super Bowl Ticket or Your Mortgage?
Real Estate, February 6

A study compared the cost of the cheapest seat at Sunday’s game to a typical monthly mortgage payment in 50 major U.S. metros.

Homes for Sale in Manhattan and Brooklyn
Real Estate, February 6

This week’s properties are in Lenox Hill, Murray Hill and Clinton Hill.

Homes for Sale in New York and New Jersey
Real Estate, February 6

This week’s properties are a three-bedroom in Glen Cove, N.Y., and a five-bedroom in Cinnaminson, N.J.

New ‘Today’ Show Anchor Is Comfortable in His Shoes
Interactive, February 5

Travel to Connecticut where Craig Melvin has filled his home with memories of his childhood and is making new ones with his own family.

$900,000 Homes in Connecticut, Washington and Texas
Real Estate, February 5

A Federal-era home in Middletown, a wood-shingled house in Seattle and a 100-year-old brick house in Dallas.

L.A. Faces Pressure From Wealthy Residents as Pacific Palisades Rebuilds
Real Estate, February 4

The neighborhood is likely to grow more expensive and exclusive as millionaire Angelenos demand a fast-track recovery.

The Persistent Problem of Stop and Frisk
Metro, February 4

New York Police Department supervisors failed to rein in unlawful stops, frisks and searches by anti-crime units in 2023, a monitor said in a new report.

The Many Ways You Can Give Antiques a New Life
Real Estate, February 4

They can be restored, recovered, repurposed and more. You can also use these techniques to customize new furniture.

A Redesigned Colorado Vacation Home at 10,600 Feet
Real Estate, February 4

A couple had a longtime love of the state, which they apparently passed along to family and friends. When their vacation home began to feel cramped, they embarked on a major expansion.

That Giant Sucking Sound? It’s Climate Change Devouring Your Home’s Value.
Op Ed, February 3

A new analysis predicts an extraordinary reversal in housing fortunes for Americans.

What It Will Take to Clean Up Properties After the L.A. Fires
National, February 3

Many fire victims are eager to clear their home sites and move on to rebuilding. The big question is when.

Westbeth Gets a Much-Needed, and Very Pricey, Overhaul
Real Estate, February 3

The affordable artists’ community in New York has been deteriorating. The $84 million renovation means that 32 out-of-use units will become available.

Está en la cima del mundo y cocina en las sombras
En español, February 3

En el piso 100 de una torre de lujo en Nueva York, el chef Nduvo Salaam cocina para una clientela de élite mundial a la que muchos chefs estarían encantados de servir.

The Challenges of Health Care for the Elderly
Letters, February 2

Readers respond to a column by Pamela Paul. Also: Mark Zuckerberg’s cowardice; a plan for Midtown Manhattan; a fighting spirit.

N.Y.U. Dorm Is Retrofitted to Be Sustainable
Real Estate, February 2

The university spent $7 million to transform the building to limit energy usage and costs, and boost the satisfaction of students.

Old Prisons Are Being Converted Into Stylish Apartments (Really)
Business, February 2

The number of incarcerated people nationwide has declined, and almost 200 correctional facilities have closed in the past 20 years. The sites are being repurposed.

No More Palm Trees, and Six Other Ways L.A. Can Protect Itself From Wildfires
Climate, February 1

Around the world, other communities are experimenting with ideas that Los Angeles could borrow as it rebuilds from disastrous wildfires.

Do I Have to Tell My Landlord About the Guest Staying With Me?
Real Estate, February 1

Generally, guests cannot stay for longer than 30 days at a time, and landlords are often on the lookout for violations.

$3,500 Rentals in and Near Los Angeles
Real Estate, January 31

A loft in Long Beach, a Spanish-Style house in La Quinta and a condominium unit in a Baldwin Park building designated as a landmark.

That Art Piece on Your Coffee Table? It’ll Get You High.
Real Estate, January 31

Cannabis paraphernalia is joining the world of home décor. Here are some of the most interesting new designs and designers.

How to Hang Anything on Your Wall
Real Estate, January 31

It can be scary to drill holes in the wall. For the first entry in our new D.I.Y. series, we’ll show you how to mount a television, or whatever you want.

$3.5 Million Homes in Andorra
Real Estate, January 31

The independent principality between France and Spain offers modern marvels and traditional villas, all in the shadows of the Pyrenees mountains.

A Chelsea Arts Building Is for Sale, and the Artists Cry ‘Foul’
Real Estate, January 31

The 400,000-square-foot complex is listed for $170 million, and a sale could displace scores of artists and gallery owners, and other tenants.

Buying a House Sight-Unseen Is Hard Enough. They Did It From 10 Time Zones Away.
Interactive, January 30

After a year of living in Japan, a couple returned to Columbus, Ohio, to find a new three-bedroom house. Would $400,000 be enough?

Homes for Sale in New York and Connecticut
Real Estate, January 30

This week’s properties are a four-bedroom in Chappaqua, N.Y., and a five-bedroom in Redding, Conn.

Homes for Sale in Manhattan and Queens
Real Estate, January 30

This week’s properties are in Midtown East, Hell’s Kitchen and Howard Beach.

New York City’s Noisiest Neighborhoods
Real Estate, January 30

Last year, New Yorkers called in more than 750,000 noise complaints. Incredibly, nearly 10 percent of them came from one area.

A Way of Sharing Solar Power’s Benefits Is Thriving. Trump May End It.
Metro, January 30

Community solar projects allow subscribers to benefit from the renewable energy source even without installing solar panels.

Funding portals reopen for programs used by fair housing agencies.
Real Estate, January 29

‘What the White House has done is it has created another crisis,’ said Lisa Rice, president and chief executive of the National Fair Housing Alliance.

What the Fed’s Rate Policy Means for Your Finances
Business, January 29

Here’s how the central bank’s interest rate stance influences car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans.

$240,000 Homes in Massachusetts, Pennsylvania and Maryland
Real Estate, January 29

A colonial-style house in North Adams, a brick home in Pittsburgh and a rowhouse in Baltimore.

The Birds’ Guide to Surviving Winter
Real Estate, January 29

Their feathers, roosting behaviors and adaptability help birds survive the cold, “nature’s proving ground.”

Federal freeze on grants could have broad effect on housing.
U.S., January 28

From providing financing for homeless shelters to middle-class mortgage assistance, the federal role in housing extends across regions and income levels.

A ‘Shark Tank’ Star on Losing Her Home in the L.A. Fires
Real Estate, January 28

The mobile home of Barbara Corcoran, a real estate mogul and businesswoman, perished in the Palisades fire, along with those of all of her neighbors. “I feel like I lost my sweetheart.”

Subprime Mortgages Destroyed Them. Who Paid the Price?
Book Review, January 28

In “The Killing Fields of East New York,” Stacy Horn profiles one 1990s white-collar crime spree and the wreckage it left behind.

New York City Landlord Wants You Out? There Had Better Be ‘Good Cause.’
Metro, January 28

Renters are feeling emboldened by a new law that can help them hang onto their homes and fight bank-breaking rent increases during lease renewals.

$800,000 Homes in California
Real Estate, January 27

A Spanish-style home in Long Beach, a Mediterranean-style house in San Leandro and a Craftsman bungalow in Los Angeles.

Trudeau Promised a Better Life for the Middle Class. Then Prices Soared.
Foreign, January 27

While many issues turned Canadians away from their prime minister, the high cost of groceries and homes has become a chief grievance.

She’s Raising Her Daughter in Her Own Childhood Apartment
Real Estate, January 27

It took a ruling from New York State’s highest court, and a critical renovation of the building, to make a dream come true.

What Happens When Condo Owners Don’t Pay Their Dues to the Building?
Real Estate, January 25

A condo board can sue a delinquent owner for money owed.

Existing-Home Sales in 2024 Were Slowest in Decades
Business, January 24

The market perked up late in the year when interest rates eased, but affordability challenges yielded the fewest transactions since 1995.

What Los Angeles Could Learn From Great Fires of the Past
Upshot, January 24

Rebuilding can be a chance to rethink things.

$1.5 Million Homes in Lima, Peru
Real Estate, January 24

A penthouse with a pool in Miraflores, a modern five-bedroom house in Chacarilla, and a remodeled duplex with roof deck in San Isidro.

Only the Wallpaper Was an Easy Fit
Real Estate, January 24

Two brothers rented an apartment in Brooklyn. No surprise, the younger one got the 50-square-foot bedroom. He transformed it into “a hug from Mother Nature.”

Can’t Afford a House? Just Build One in the Backyard.
Real Estate, January 24

In Toronto, where housing prices are racing ahead of inventory, residents are building homes in their yards and moving their children or their parents into them.

Faulty Wiring Caused Fires at 3 Buildings Owned by Notorious Landlord
Metro, January 24

The fire at a Bronx apartment building on Jan. 10 was the third to break out in recent years at a property owned by Ved Parkash, who has been sued by tenants over building conditions.

Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against Brothers Accused of Sexual Assault
Real Estate, January 23

A federal judge found that a woman’s claim against Alon, Oren and Tal Alexander did not meet a filing deadline. Other lawsuits and the criminal cases against them are continuing.

España intenta frenar a los compradores extranjeros para mitigar la crisis inmobiliaria
En español, January 23

El país europeo es uno de los más afectados de una profunda crisis que se extiende por el continente, y su presidente ha propuesto un impuesto del 100 por ciento a los compradores extranjeros de propiedades.

Two Houses, Alike in Dignity, in Fair Verona (Plus One in West Orange)
Interactive, January 23

After their engagement, a couple searched Essex County, N.J., for a house that would suit their new life — and their four combined teenagers. Here’s what they found.

Which New York City Neighborhoods Are Trending Most in 2025?
Real Estate, January 23

An analysis of internet searches points to areas that are growing in popularity among buyers and renters, according to a new StreetEasy analysis.

Homes for Sale in Manhattan and Brooklyn
Real Estate, January 23

This week’s properties are in Lenox Hill, South Harlem and Bushwick.

Homes for Sale in New York and New Jersey
Real Estate, January 23

This week’s properties are a six-bedroom house in Muttontown, N.Y., and a four-bedroom in Princeton, N.J.

Yes, It’s OK to Use the Fine China
Real Estate, January 23

Readers fight the decline of fine china by using their “good dishes” for everything from pizza to takeout.

Spain Seeks to Curb Foreign Buyers Amid Growing Housing Crisis
Business, January 23

The country is at the forefront of a wider crunch spreading across Europe, and its prime minister has proposed a 100 percent tax aimed at foreign real estate investors.

Divvy Homes, Once Valued at $2 Billion, Is Sold for Half That Price
Business, January 22

The company, backed by high-flying Silicon Valley investors like Andreessen Horowitz, had promised it would reinvent the rent-to-own model and make it more consumer friendly. High interest rates and mortgage rates thwarted those plans.

$850,000 Homes in New Mexico, Virginia and Montana
Real Estate, January 22

An adobe home in Santa Fe, a Craftsman bungalow in Norfolk, and a Victorian-style house in Missoula.

This Is Who Should Foot the Bill for the Los Angeles Fires
Op Ed, January 22

It’s time to require oil and gas companies to compensate communities, homeowners, businesses and even insurers for the losses.

At the Dupont in Greenpoint, 41 Stories of Rental Apartments
Real Estate, January 22

The latest addition to Greenpoint Landing, on the Brooklyn waterfront, has 115 “affordable” units and lots of amenities.

Your Best Chance to Make a Good Impression
Real Estate, January 22

Showcase your favorite design pieces in the entrance hall. Look for an easy upgrade that pleases you, splurge on something beautiful, or make a statement with a one-of-a-kind object.

At a Deluxe Dining Room on the 100th Floor, a Chef Toils in Obscurity
Metro, January 22

In New York, private restaurants in luxury towers are a popular amenity. The public cannot eat there, and residents only drop in occasionally.

New York City Seeks Jolt for Midtown With Plan to Build 10,000 Homes
Metro, January 21

The plan, which rezones parts of the Manhattan neighborhood, aims to address the city’s housing shortage and the area’s beleaguered commercial sector.

Loving an ‘Untouched’ Modernist House, and Then Getting Down to Work
Real Estate, January 21

A couple bought a home in Palo Alto, Calif., that was designed by an associate of Frank Lloyd Wright. Happily, they were also smitten with the two-year renovation.

‘Es hora de irnos’: la casa de sus sueños es a prueba de incendios, pero ahora quieren venderla
En español, January 21

Los Vogt diseñaron su casa de Malibú para que resistiera a las catástrofes. Ahora están empezando a darse cuenta del daño mental que les han causado los incendios.

Rescuing Pongo, Pearl, Bandit, Tiger and Zipper
Real Estate, January 20

Throughout the burn zone, Angelenos struggled to save their pets. Among the most difficult to save are those that live in water.

$2,000 Rentals in Los Angeles
Real Estate, January 20

A studio apartment in Koreatown, one-bedroom units in Long Beach and East Hollywood, and links to resources for those displaced by the fires.

Open Houses in Los Angeles Take on an Eerie Feeling
Real Estate, January 19

Though thousands of residents who have lost their homes are desperately searching for somewhere to live, potential home buyers are weighing risks.

There Is No Way to Retreat From the Risk of Wildfires
Op Ed, January 19

Some more realistic ways to think about the challenges ahead.

A Trump Oligarchy Is Moving to Washington, and Buying Up Prime Addresses
Washington, January 19

Billionaires and multimillionaires are flocking to a city where power has been more important than money, but is now deeply intertwined with it.

They Built Their Fireproof Dream Home. Even if It Lasted, Would They?
Magazine, January 19

The Vogts designed their Malibu house to withstand disasters. But they were only beginning to learn the mental toll the fires would take on them.

How Will L.A. Rebuild? The Recovery From the Wine Country Fire Offers Clues.
National, January 19

The Tubbs fire in 2017 wiped out more than 5,000 structures in a Northern California county. Homeowners faced challenges, but hundreds were able to rebuild within two years.

With ‘City of Yes,’ New York Finally Gets Real About the Housing Crisis
Metropolitan, January 19

A new rezoning plan for the city aims to remove long-outdated barriers to building housing and to spread development across all the city’s neighborhoods.

Losing Homes, and the Dream of One
N Y T Now, January 18

Emily Baumgaertner, a national health reporter who lives in Los Angeles, reflects on covering the fires while trying to buy a home.

My Building Is Doing Unexplained Work. Can I Stop Paying Dues Until They Explain?
Real Estate, January 18

Most condo associations must provide a record of all receipts and expenses. But they also need residents’ maintenance fees to operate.

Amid Wildfires, a New Reality for L.A.’s Reality TV Stars
Real Estate, January 18

Binge-worthy guilty pleasures like “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” and “Selling Sunset” document luxury real estate in Los Angeles, a market that now faces an uncertain future.

When the Retirement Community Goes Bankrupt
Science, January 18

It doesn’t happen often. But when it does, some residents risk losing everything.

How Wildfires Came for City Streets
National, January 17

Many Californians thought wildfires couldn’t reach deep into their cities. But the Los Angeles fires showed how older homes became fuel that fed the fires.

$700,000 Homes in Spain’s Balearic Islands
Real Estate, January 17

A five-bedroom townhouse on Majorca, a two-bedroom cottage on Ibiza, and a two-bedroom flat with a private roof deck on Ibiza.

How to Come Up With a Down Payment on a House
Business, January 17

With prices high, putting aside enough cash to buy a house can be daunting. But housing experts say there are assistance programs in all 50 states.

How Los Angeles Dreams Became Kindling
Op Ed, January 17

Awareness of doom in Los Angeles, and yet a need to push disaster away, has created a kind of collective psychosis.

Don’t Eat the Burger. It’s a Stool.
Real Estate, January 17

Furniture resembling food — fruit, sandwiches and more — has gone viral on social media and led to a shopping frenzy.

Conoce a LA gurú japonesa del orden (no, esa no)
En español, January 17

Antes de que Marie Kondo se convirtiera en un referente mundial del orden, Hideko Yamashita ya mostraba a Japón el arte de crear espacios más armoniosos.

‘Stuck on an Island,’ Some Residents Insist on Staying in the Fire Zone
National, January 17

In fire-scarred Altadena, dozens of people are still living in their homes and surviving without electricity or clean tap water.

More Americans, Risking Ruin, Drop Their Home Insurance
Interactive, January 16

As climate threats worsen, they are skipping payments and losing protection.

30-Year Mortgage Rate Rises Above 7% for First Time Since May
Business, January 16

The latest jump threatens to sideline more buyers and sellers.

All the Usual Backstabbing and Big Commissions. This Time in Manhattan.
Real Estate, January 16

“Selling the City,” the newest offshoot of the “Selling Sunset” franchise, features a team of real estate professionals dedicated to breaking records and to building empires.

California Issues Order to Ease Housing Crisis Set Off by Fires
Express, January 16

An executive order from Gov. Gavin Newsom cleared the way for more temporary housing and prohibited price gouging at rental properties to aid thousands of displaced residents.

Outside Nashville, She Rebuilt Her Life With $200,000 and a Dream
Interactive, January 16

After leaving prison and regaining custody of her children, a single mother looked for a house where she could chart a brighter future.

We Have to Stop Underwriting People Who Move to Climate Danger Zones
Op Ed, January 16

Our policies encourage Americans to flock to areas particularly prone to climate-related disasters.

Homes for Sale in Manhattan and Brooklyn
Real Estate, January 16

This week’s properties are in Chelsea, NoMad and Brighton Beach.

Homes for Sale in New York and New Jersey
Real Estate, January 16

This week’s properties are a six-bedroom in Scarsdale, N.Y., and a five-bedroom in Manchester, N.J.

Which Subway Line Has the Most Delays?
Real Estate, January 16

The winner — that is, the loser — was delayed 40,360 times between December 2023 and November 2024.

Meet Japan’s Original Decluttering Guru (No, Not That One)
Business, January 16

Before Marie Kondo stormed into the global consciousness, Hideko Yamashita taught Japan the art of creating tidier spaces.

New York Judge Deems Alexander Brothers Flight Risk, Denies Bail
Real Estate, January 16

Oren, Tal and Alon Alexander will be extradited from Miami to New York, where they will remain in federal detention until trial.

Whisper Network Emerges in the Desperate Rush for Housing in L.A.
Real Estate, January 15

In a market with few homes available, real estate agents are searching for the ones no one knows about.

Did You Lose Your Home in the California Fires? Share Your Memories With Us.
Real Estate, January 15

The New York Times would like to help tell the stories of people who are facing this devastating reality by sharing photos and memories of what has been lost.

At Home With David Rasche
Interactive, January 15

The “Succession” actor and his wife, Heather Rasche, have made their home in Maplewood, N.J., all about family.

Economic Toll of Los Angeles Fires Goes Far Beyond Destroyed Homes
Business, January 15

The ongoing disaster will affect residents’ health, local industries, public budgets and the cost of housing for years to come.

The Home Insurance L.A. — and America — Needs
Op Ed, January 15

In an era of climate catastrophe, the government must take action to save home insurance — and homeownership.

Choosing Seeds From 14,000 Varieties? It Just Got Easier.
Real Estate, January 15

The Exchange, on Seed Savers’ website, pairs the people who save heirlooms with those who want them, all for the price of postage.

$400,000 Homes in Ohio, Pennsylvania and Louisiana
Real Estate, January 15

A Greek Revival house in Milan, a condo in Philadelphia and a shotgun-style home in New Orleans.

Yonkers, N.Y., More Than an Easy Commute
Real Estate, January 15

The third largest city in New York has new residential projects in the pipeline and is attracting businesses.

California Officials Seek to Stem Property Speculation and Evictions During Fires
National, January 15

Californians are worried that the blazes, which have damaged thousands of homes, will make the city’s housing crisis worse.

And Just Like That, Carrie Bradshaw’s Front Stoop Was Closed
Real Estate, January 14

A West Village homeowner was granted permission to build a gate on her house in an effort to stop overeager ‘Sex and the City’ fans from trespassing.

Shattered in the Fire: A Historic Black Haven
National, January 14

For Black residents, Altadena represented something more than suburban living. It was a foothold in generational prosperity.

Hundreds of Teachers Lost Homes in the L.A. Fires
National, January 14

Some teachers are scrambling to find temporary housing, even as they hope to return soon to their classrooms.

Holding On to a Middle-Class Home in a Burning Los Angeles
Op Ed, January 14

Recovering from a disaster requires patience. And many working people — especially those whose wealth is tied up in their homes — might reconsider remaining.

In Kazakhstan, a Plain Space Energized by Color
Real Estate, January 14

With rents rising, a project manager bought a 388-square-foot apartment in the center of Almaty, Kazakhstan’s largest city, and leaned in on the design.

You Can Have ‘Sex and the City,’ Just Not on the Front Stoop
Real Estate, January 14

The real-life owner of the Manhattan building where Carrie Bradshaw lived wants to erect a gate to deter overzealous fans from trespassing.

$2 Million Homes in California
Real Estate, January 13

A contemporary house in Idyllwild, a midcentury modern home in Palm Springs and a Queen Anne Revival in Napa.

‘Will Pay Any Amount’: Private Firefighters Are in Demand in L.A.
National, January 12

Hiring a private fire crew costs thousands of dollars a day, and most work through government contracts or with insurance companies. Some wealthy property owners are calling them in directly.

On a Screen, Devastation
Real Estate, January 12

As catastrophic fires consume homes in California, the owners can watch the unfolding tragedy through Ring and Nest cameras.

How to Protect Your Home From Wildfires
Real Estate, January 12

Thousands of wildfires rage across California every year. No matter where you are, it’s important to learn how to minimize their threat.

What Happens When There Are Fewer Spaces to Park?
Business, January 12

Hundreds of cities have cut back parking requirements for real estate projects. That’s led to more housing development, but it has also resulted in backlash from residents.

Middle-Class Dreams Lie in Ruins in Palisades Mobile Home Park
National, January 12

The Los Angeles wildfires destroyed mobile homes, leaving people who saved to build a middle-class life digging through rubble for anything that remained.

The Last House Standing
Real Estate, January 11

For people whose homes are spared in a wildfire while their neighbors lose everything, the road ahead can be isolating, plagued by feelings of guilt and shame.

My Co-op Is Overcharging Me, Possibly on Purpose. What Can I Do?
Real Estate, January 11

Proving that a co-op board is acting in bad faith can be difficult.

How Sleepy Bucks County Became a Rival to the Hamptons
Styles, January 11

First came the Hadids. Then Bradley Cooper. Now, with luxury inns going up, the area around New Hope, Pa. is taking a glamorous turn.

L.A. Fires Show Limits of America’s Efforts to Cope With Climate Change
Climate, January 10

California has focused on fortifying communities against wildfires. But with growing threats, that may not be enough.

The Challenge: Building a Passive House on a Greek Island
Real Estate, January 10

A Brooklyn architect wanted an energy-efficient home on Skopelos that could stand up to the Mediterranean’s increasingly vicious climate extremes.

Adams Makes the Case for New York and for Himself
Metro, January 10

In his State of the City address, the mayor focused on safety and affordability and only briefly alluded to his own challenging circumstances.

$2.8 Million Homes in Uruguay
Real Estate, January 10

Home buyers can find a modern one-story house in a private community, a four-bedroom stone house near the water, and a 12-acre estate near a golf course.

A Showdown Pits Owners of Second Homes Against Full-Time Residents
Real Estate, April 5

The pandemic upset a delicate balance of part-time and full-time residents in a community in the Poconos, sparking a debate over short-term rentals.

How a Pandemic Boom Led to a ‘Property Tax Mess’ in Colorado
National, April 3

A surge of new residents into Rocky Mountain states drove up home prices. The result was property tax increases of 40 percent or more for some of those already there.

The Disappearance of Mayor Adams
Op Ed, March 7

Unlike most of his predecessors, he has had few accomplishments while leading New York City. But there’s still time to change that.

Is New York City Back? Not for Everyone.
Metropolitan, March 5

The city has rebounded from the worst of the coronavirus pandemic in meaningful ways. But the recovery is incomplete and uneven.

How Nevada Is Pushing to Generate Jobs Beyond the Casinos
Business, February 5

Chastened by a series of economic downturns that punished the hospitality industry, state leaders are working to broaden the economy.

China’s Economy Grew Last Year, but Strains Lurk Behind the Numbers
Business, January 17

Gross domestic product expanded 5.2 percent, as China worked to export more to make up for weak demand, high debt and a steep property contraction at home.

The Fed Has Put Our Housing Market in Jeopardy
Op Ed, November 14

The Federal Reserve’s relentless attack on inflation has jeopardized the housing market.

How High Interest Rates Sting Bakers, Farmers and Consumers
Business, October 23

Everyone who relies on credit in America is confronting a new reality: Money will cost more for a good long while.

Are High Rates Going to Last? Fed Officials Increasingly Think So.
Business, September 21

Federal Reserve officials forecast higher interest rates through 2026 this week, a sign that borrowing costs are not heading back to the rock-bottom levels normal before the pandemic.

La nueva guerra en contra de la mala calidad del aire
En español, June 23

Hace un siglo, un edificio bien ventilado se consideraba una buena práctica sanitaria. Pero cuando llegó la COVID-19, nuestros edificios apenas podían respirar. ¿Cómo ocurrió eso? ¿Y cómo conseguimos ahora que el aire fresco ingrese a nuestras casas?

Where Housing Prices Have Crashed and Billions in Wealth Have Vanished
Business, June 19

In New Zealand, high interest rates have sent property prices sliding nearly 18 percent since November 2021.

The New War on Bad Air
Science, June 17

A century ago, a well-ventilated building was considered good medicine. But by the time Covid-19 arrived, our buildings could barely breathe. How did that happen? And how do we let the fresh air back in?

Rosalind Franklin and Unsung Women in Science
Letters, May 9

Dr. Franklin and giving credit to women for their scientific contributions. Also: New College of Florida; Black unemployment; housing solutions; Covid risks.

Yes, You Should Be Worried About a Potential Bank Crisis. Here’s Why.
Op Ed, May 4

The banking crisis may be just getting started.

‘The Era of Urban Supremacy Is Over’
Op Ed, March 15

Many of the nation’s major cities face a daunting future.

By Adding Apartments, Malls Seek to Bring Shopping Closer to Home
Business, February 16

Facing an existential crisis over empty space, owners are trying to fill malls with residences, building on the live-work-play model sought by young adults.

In Maine, a Rare Influx of New Residents, and a Housing Crunch
National, February 3

New arrivals over the last few years have fueled hopes of population growth, but workers increasingly struggle to find housing in a market gone wild.

The Chicago Home Was Designed for Parties. Then the Parties Stopped.
Real Estate, January 24

Before the pandemic, turning a house into a hub for big gatherings seemed like a good idea.

They Poured Their Savings Into Homes That Were Never Built
Interactive, January 24

What is it like to pour your life savings into apartments that might never get built?