T/real-estate

They Wanted to Retire in Lower Manhattan, but What Could They Afford?
Interactive, Today

After passing on the Upper East Side, a couple ventured down to Battery Park City in search of a studio or one-bedroom for less than $600,000.

Are You Paying More Than 30% of Income on Housing Costs?
Real Estate, Today

Recent census data shows that owning a home that is considered affordable is impossible in some areas.

Homes for Sale in Manhattan and the Bronx
Real Estate, Today

This week’s properties are in Chelsea, on the Upper East Side and the Grand Concourse.

A Last Peek Inside One of New York’s Boldest Renovations
Real Estate, Today

Visitors lined up for hours outside an architect’s Minetta Lane mansion to get an up-close look at a decade-long restoration.

Homes for Sale in New York and Connecticut
Real Estate, Today

This week’s properties are a three-bedroom in Mamaroneck and a five-bedroom in Brookfield.

Queens Tenants Were Urged to Report Immigrants to ICE, Officials Say
New York, Today

A sign posted in the lobby of an apartment building listed “immigration” alongside crimes it said should be reported to a tip line, state officials said.

A Swampy New York City Neighborhood Could Get a $146 Million Upgrade
New York, Yesterday

A housing and infrastructure plan has been proposed to address longstanding problems in the Hole, a poor and flood-prone area on the border of Brooklyn and Queens.

After Years of Moving, They Built One Home From Multiple Buildings
Real Estate, Yesterday

The architect Jennifer Kell and Dominic Surprenant, a retired lawyer, hired the firm Lake Flato to design a home with multiple structures in Malibu, Calif.

$800,000 Homes in Texas, Washington and the District of Columbia
Real Estate, Yesterday

A 19th-century farmhouse in Fayetteville, a Spanish-style house in SeaTac and a rowhouse in Washington.

Is Your Dog Peeing on Some of New York’s Best Folk Art?
Real Estate, Yesterday

Tree pits — those tiny patches of land beloved by dogs — have become unexpected canvases for some of the city’s most creative (and comedic) street art.

For These Real Estate Agents, Rags Became Riches
Real Estate, Yesterday

The average agent in the United States makes far less than the moneyed salespeople you see on reality TV. But a rare few have won the cutthroat game of real estate in real life.

A Bathroom Dipped in Yves Klein Blue
Real Estate, October 21

Jamie Lenore McKillop turned her bathroom into a sanctuary with ceramic blue tiles, a refinished vanity and a tray table made for bathtub movie watching.

To Stay or to Go? For Older New Yorkers, Either Option Is Fraught.
Real Estate, October 21

Rent-stabilized apartments offer a more affordable solution but are more likely than others to have poor conditions, creating an uncomfortable choice.

¿Está mal comprar en un barrio gentrificado?
En español, October 21

Por fin puedo permitirme vivir en la zona que antes solo soñaba con llamar hogar. Pero estoy indeciso.

The Chinese Influencer Who Made a Career of Lying Flat
Video, October 20

For many young Chinese, the relentless pressure to succeed has given way to a new minimalist lifestyle known as lying flat. We followed Tom Jia, a popular influencer who left his demanding job in Shenzhen to travel across China in search of the country’s most affordable — and least stressful — places to live.

$2.6 Million Homes in California
Real Estate, October 20

An Arts and Crafts-style house in Los Angeles, a wood house with a cottage in Big Sur and a midcentury modern home in Ojai.

He Left the City for a Cat in Gowanus
Real Estate, October 20

Dimitrios Petsas never once considered living north of Bleecker Street, let alone outside of the city — until a tiny, furry creature came along.

For the Ghosts in a Berkshires Mansion, the Gilded Age Never Ended
Real Estate, October 20

Ventfort Hall, an 1893 mansion built for J.P. Morgan’s sister, was in disrepair. The living and the dead teamed up to save it.

Why Are More Retirees Going Back to College?
Real Estate, October 20

At Arizona State University, residents pay about $500,000 in entrance fees to live on campus and take classes alongside undergraduates.

Is It Bad to Buy Into a Gentrified Neighborhood?
Magazine, October 18

I can finally afford to live in the area I once only dreamed of calling home. But I’m torn.

My Landlord Is Adding a Weird Rent Fee. Is That Legal?
Real Estate, October 18

Landlords who require renters to use an electronic payment system are breaking the law.

When Moving in Retirement Becomes an Expensive Reality Check
Business, October 18

When retirees relocate, they think life will be cheaper, easier, sunnier — only to find some big disappointments. Here’s how to minimize mistakes.

Diane Keaton’s Legacy as a Prolific House Flipper
Real Estate, October 17

Known for her roles in film, the actress built a second act off-screen, turning the homes she renovated into another stage.

$1.5 Million Homes in Florence, Italy
Real Estate, October 17

An apartment in a historic villa, a renovated farmhouse south of the city center and a maisonette near the Arno River.

Meredith Vieira Lists Her Upper West Side Penthouse for $12.5 Million
Real Estate, October 17

After the death of her husband, Richard Cohen, last year the broadcast journalist has decided to move on from her El Dorado pied-à-terre.

Renting a San Francisco Apartment in the A.I. Boom? Good Luck.
Technology, October 16

The artificial intelligence gold rush has pushed San Francisco’s residential rents up by the most in the nation, as A.I. companies lease apartments and offer rent stipends to employees.

Exploring the Borders of Brooklyn and Queens With About $700,000 to Spend
Interactive, October 16

To find a place with at least three bedrooms and some outdoor space, a couple had to look in New York “neighborhoods that aren’t so central. Here’s what they found.

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

This week’s properties are a three-bedroom townhouse in Pleasantville and a five-bedroom converted barn in Montgomery Township.

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

This week’s properties are in Hell’s Kitchen, on the Upper West Side and in Dumbo.

This Summer’s Stunning Electric Bill
Real Estate, October 16

For at least a fifth of U.S. households, the increases have likely been financially burdensome.

MacKenzie Scott Gives $40 Million to Help Preserve Black History
Real Estate, October 15

The gift is twice the amount Ms. Scott contributed to the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund in 2021.

$400,000 Homes in Indiana, Kentucky and New York
Real Estate, October 15

A Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired home in Bloomington, a camelback-style home in Louisville and an 1880 house in Poughkeepsie.

The Twin Cities of Grass Valley and Nevada City, Calif.
Real Estate, October 15

Home to a cosmopolitan mix of back-to-the-landers, former loggers, 49er descendants, artists, musicians and mystics.

The Letter Was Addressed ‘Resident.’ The Message Was a Time Capsule.
Real Estate, October 15

Stacks of Victorian-era photos, books and other documents discovered in Ohio have taken a winding path back to New York, bringing two strangers together.

Consejos de decoración de gente que se toma Halloween muy en serio
En español, October 15

Para los fanáticos de Halloween, la decoración no es solo un espectáculo, sino una oportunidad para llevar una alegría aterradora a sus barrios.

The Hidden Costs of Downsizing
Real Estate, October 14

They hoped a smaller home would save money — but the reality is proving more costly.

Surrounded by Water, and 180 Acres
Real Estate, October 14

Seeking a getaway from Toronto, a doctor and a software engineer built a two-story lakeside cottage that employs a “reversal of space.”

$1.4 Million Homes in California
Real Estate, October 13

A bungalow in Los Angeles, a midcentury modern home in Santa Rosa and a Craftsman in San Diego.

Bold, Bright and Unexpected: 7 Ways to Use Tile Like a Pro
Real Estate, October 13

The myriad styles and materials used for tile can make a space, not just bathrooms and kitchens, shine in unexpected ways.

California Raises Minimum Payout for Wildfire Victims’ Items
Real Estate, October 12

After years of fires that left families tallying every burned toothbrush, a new law is requiring insurers to ease a grueling burden.

What to Do When the Gas Doesn’t Work in Your Building
Real Estate, October 11

Landlords are required to act immediately when gas service is disrupted. That doesn’t mean they will.

In the Eye of a Political Storm, a Tiny Yellow House in Norfolk, Va.
U.S., October 11

Attorney General Letitia James of New York purchased the $137,000 home for a grandniece who needed tranquillity. Prosecutors say it is an impermissible investment property.

$650,000 Homes in the English Countryside
Real Estate, October 10

A storybook 17th-century cottage, a three-bedroom stone house, and a semidetached 19th-century home.

Goodbye Gray Walls. Hello, Dusty Rose.
Real Estate, October 10

Dirty pastel colors are seemingly everywhere, in the luxury homes of skin care gurus, designers and even Prada’s runway show.

Why Families Are Leaving New York City
New York, October 10

Households with three or more children have declined sharply in the city. Housing and child care costs are the big reasons.

This Family’s Home Has Stood for a Century — in Four Different Countries
Real Estate, October 10

As armies and revolutions came and went, neighbors became foes and families spoke different languages. Here’s how one small town stood at the center of history.

A Closer Look at the Counts in the Letitia James Indictment
U.S., October 9

New York’s attorney general is accused of falsely listing a rental property in Virginia as her secondary residence to get favorable loan terms. She has called the charges “baseless.”

What Hawaii’s Tiny Homes Reveal About the Housing Crisis
Headway, October 9

They show the promise of modular construction in response to housing shortfalls.

For Homes by the Water, Closing Just Got More Complicated
Real Estate, October 9

When the government shut down, so did the federal flood insurance program, forcing some buyers into the costly private market.

After a Crisis, ‘a Miracle’ Gave Them a Second Chance in Berkeley
Interactive, October 9

It took a wealth of fortitude and a surge of generosity for one couple to find their forever home in the Bay Area. Here’s how they did it.

Decorating Tips From People Who Take Halloween Very Seriously
Real Estate, October 9

Private security, extra voltage and other considerations for going all-out this spooky season.

Homes for Sale in New York and New Jersey
Real Estate, October 9

This week’s properties are a five-bedroom in Franklin Lakes and a four-bedroom in Rockville Centre.

Homes for Sale in Manhattan and Queens
Real Estate, October 9

This week’s properties are in NoMad, the financial district and Astoria.

The Incredible Growing Refrigerator
Real Estate, October 9

Modern units are not only much bigger than older ones, but also more efficient.

Who Can Afford Three Kids in New York City?
New York, October 9

The number of city households with three or more children has dropped by nearly 17 percent over the past decade as families struggle with the cost of child care and rent.

California Renters Won’t Have to Buy Their Own Fridge Under New Law
U.S., October 8

Many tenants have been annoyed that their rental units did not include refrigerators. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law requiring apartments to have fridges and stoves, starting next year.

Lauren Greenfield, the Queen of Capturing Our Versailles
Style, October 8

The artist’s 2012 documentary on a particular pursuit of excess arrives on Broadway when, she says, “we have gotten farther and farther away from the value of modesty.”

$750,000 Homes in Virginia, Florida and Pennsylvania
Real Estate, October 8

A 19th-century house in Richmond, a midcentury modern house in Hollywood and a Victorian in Pittsburgh.

Why Leaving the Leaves Is Better for Your Yard
Real Estate, October 8

Keeping leaves in your yard can bolster the number and variety of species around — and the perks go beyond just the fall season.

Handcrafted Works Worth Appreciating
Real Estate, October 8

The creator of the craft fair Field + Supply, the designer Brad Ford, displays his love of handmade goods at his home in the Hamptons.

Tiny Homes Aim to Address Shortage on Lakota Reservation
Real Estate, October 8

A local Y.M.C.A. branch in South Dakota partnered with a Brooklyn-based firm to design tiny homes as existing two-bedrooms swell with 10 to 15 people.

Intergenerational Living Provides Family a ‘Foundation to Succeed’
Real Estate, October 7

Facing a tough housing market, the Nguyen family went all-in on a mortgage together and made an arrangement with seven people ranging from 6 to 65 successful.

Does Manhattan Need More Luxury Towers?
New York, October 6

Proposed towers in Greenwich Village and on the Upper West Side have generated opposition. A tower on West 66th Street would be about 1,200 feet tall.

$950,000 Homes in California
Real Estate, October 6

A ranch in Tijunga, a bungalow in Oakland and a hillside house in Silverado.

In Ashes of Amazon Fight, Tensions Emerge in Huge Bet on N.Y.C. Housing
New York, October 6

Years ago, progressives defeated a plan to build an Amazon warehouse in Queens. Now a new kind of development is gaining their support.

Why Is Your Security Deposit Increasing?
Real Estate, October 4

Landlords are allowed to raise the security deposit each time you renew your lease, but only within the bounds of the law.

Investor Convicted of Stealing Homes Is Jailed
Real Estate, October 3

Sanford Solny, a real estate investor charged with stealing properties in New York, was jailed this week for violating his probation.

$1.4 Million Homes in Copenhagen
Real Estate, October 3

A three-bedroom apartment in a 1902 villa, a 19th-century townhouse, and a renovated two-bedroom thatched cottage.

Andrew Rannells Lists His Chelsea Triplex for $2.395 Million
Real Estate, October 3

“It feels like a little house,” said Mr. Rannells, whose acting credits include the TV series “Girls” and Broadway’s “The Book of Mormon.”

What’s Your Dream Senior Living Community? Take the Quiz
Real Estate, October 3

Whether you have Jimmy Buffett on your mind or the urge to take a class or two, we’ve got a community for you.

What Types of Senior Housing Are Available?
Real Estate, October 3

Several options offer different levels of independence versus care.

Margs, Stars and Classic Cars: Surprising Retirement Communities
Real Estate, October 3

Those looking for a retirement plan oriented to their passions can seek out living arrangements that are increasingly catering to niche interests.

He Wanted to Stay Close to Family in Queens. But How Close Was Too Close?
Interactive, October 2

After years of diligent saving, a longtime renter with a $250,000 budget weighed whether to take his parents’ advice and return to his childhood building in Elmhurst, or branch out.

New Tariffs Could Worsen America’s Housing Crisis
Business, October 2

President Trump’s tariffs on timber, wood, furniture and kitchen cabinets could raise the cost of building and buying a home.

Homes for Sale in New York and Connecticut
Real Estate, October 2

This week’s properties are a four-bedroom in Pelham, N.Y., and a three-bedroom in Sherman, Conn.

Homes for Sale in Manhattan and Brooklyn
Real Estate, October 2

This week’s properties are in Murray Hill, Sutton Place and Park Slope.

Are Nine Bathrooms Too Many?
Real Estate, October 2

In new luxury condos, the number of bathrooms sometimes exceeds the number of bedrooms.

The Garage Is the New Porch
Real Estate, October 2

In Houston, people are renovating their garages to make room for parties, crafts and football.

$1.7 Million Homes in Utah, California and Maine
Real Estate, October 1

A farmhouse in Spring City, a midcentury modern home in Long Beach and a brick house in Portland

Grand Rapids: Quality of Life and Affordable, Too
Real Estate, October 1

Michigan’s second-largest city offers big-city cultural attractions, outdoor recreation and affordable prices.

David Lynch’s Hollywood Hills Home Is Listed for $15 Million
Real Estate, September 30

The filmmaker produced some of his most memorable works there. Also, the pop star Sabrina Carpenter reportedly bought a penthouse and the lake home of Jim Irsay, owner of the Indianapolis Colts, is for sale.

How a Real Estate Story Became One About Betrayal of a Community
Times Insider, September 30

A real estate editor assigned a reporter a quirky story on a colorful home in Queens. Then a criminal case turned up.

A Nashville Family Goes Wall to Wallpaper
Real Estate, September 29

Mary Kathryn Wells and Chris Vinyard dealt with the “sensory insanity” of their open floor plan home by dousing it in bright colors and bold patterns.

$4 Million Homes in California
Real Estate, September 29

An Italianate house in San Francisco, a ranch in Solvang and a cedar-shake cottage in Bolinas.

Home Builders, and Homeowners, Brace for Impact of Kitchen Tariffs
Real Estate, September 27

President Trump’s plan for import taxes on foreign-made cabinets, vanities and furniture is reverberating through the industry.

Scaffolding Has Encased My Building for Years. What Can I Do?
Real Estate, September 27

The city has enacted new laws to reduce the length of time for scaffolding and sidewalk shed permits. But you can take more direct action.

Making Florida More Flood Resistant Is Forcing Hard Choices for Homeowners
U.S., September 27

A rule requiring many storm-damaged homes to be demolished or rebuilt to the latest flood-resistant standards has exacted personal and cultural costs.

A Secret Sauce Keeps This Australian House Hot and Cool
Real Estate, September 26

An architect couple, Carol Marra and Ken Yeh, used tile remnants and mismatched boards to outfit their energy efficient mountain dwelling.

$1.8 Million Homes in Madrid
Real Estate, September 26

For just under $2 million in the Spanish capital, buyers can find renovated two-bedroom apartments in heritage buildings and newer semidetached houses.

Exploring Cleveland’s Historic Homes With $500,000 and an Eye for Character
Interactive, September 25

A couple combined their resources and senses of style to find a house that evoked the city’s rich architectural heritage — and maybe needed a little work.

Homes for Sale in Manhattan and Brooklyn
Real Estate, September 25

This week’s properties are in Morningside Heights, Turtle Bay and Downtown Brooklyn.

Homes for Sale in Connecticut and New York
Real Estate, September 25

This week’s properties are a four-bedroom in Darien and a five-bedroom in Bellmore.

The Rise of ‘Accidental Landlords’
Real Estate, September 25

When properties don’t sell, it may be time to get a tenant.

$550,000 Homes in Massachusetts, Georgia and Iowa
Real Estate, September 24

An 1800 house in Royalston, a 1920s cottage in Atlanta and a 2003 house in Iowa City.

A Dining Room With a Scenic View
Real Estate, September 24

The textile designer Rebecca Atwood went big on color, patterns and textures when her family moved to Charleston, S.C., from Brooklyn.

The Question Dividing New Yorkers: Is the City Sinking or Bouncing Back?
New York, June 21

On the cusp of choosing the city’s next mayor, New Yorkers are taking stock of their town. But many are split on whether it’s back on track, or off the rails.

A Times Square Office Tower Will Be Converted Into Apartments
New York, May 22

The 38-story building in the heart of Midtown Manhattan will be turned into 1,250 apartments.

More Apartments Are Being Carved Out of Office Spaces
Real Estate, April 3

Municipalities are encouraging office conversions with incentives and rule changes.

How Has New York Remade Itself Since the Pandemic Arrived?
Interactive, March 13

New York City was on the front lines of the Covid-19 crisis. It has largely recovered, but has transformed into a place of greater extremes.

How the Pandemic Upended Our Lives
Real Estate, March 11

Whether you fled a crowded city or thought a puppy was the answer, the glimpses of another life we got during Covid have faded away.

Some Tenants Could Get Only One Day’s Eviction Notice, Under Federal Bill
Real Estate, February 13

Legislation would end tenant protections that were first put in place during the pandemic.

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?

As Thousands Fall Behind on Rent, Public Housing Faces ‘Disaster’
Metro, January 23

The New York City Housing Authority collected just 65 percent of the rent it charged in the 12 months leading up to December, the lowest percentage in the agency’s history.

My Boss Told My Co-workers That I Had Covid. Isn’t That Illegal?
Real Estate, January 14

Federal guidelines require employees’ health information to be kept confidential. But employers also have an obligation to protect the workplace.

What TikTok Told Us About the Economy in 2022
Business, December 31

From Barbiecore to revenge travel, social media trends gave us a clear picture of the forces reshaping the economy.

Los nómadas digitales llegan a Ciudad de México y los precios de la vivienda suben
en Español, December 28

Airbnb se ha convertido en un destino en el que estadounidenses y europeos encuentran alquileres de largo plazo en la capital mexicana, trastocando el mercado local.

As Remote Workers Flock to Mexico City, Airbnb and Housing Prices Soar
Foreign, December 28

American and Europeans are using Airbnb to find long-term rentals in Mexico’s capital, pushing housing costs higher and, critics say, forcing out local residents.

Trust the Models? In This Economy?
Business, December 19

Years into the pandemic, it is still difficult to get a handle on what comes next for the economy by looking at examples from the past.

The Elusive Dream of Owning a Home in New York City
Metro, November 29

For many middle- and working-class New Yorkers, it’s an even more distant possibility than it used to be.

Is Homeownership Slipping Even Further Out of Reach for New Yorkers?
Metropolitan, November 24

In a city of renters, the turbulent pandemic housing market is making it harder than ever to buy a home.

The Apartment Found Her? Yes, and Three of Her Fellow Doctors
Real Estate, November 21

Puja Patel wanted her own apartment and wanted to be within walking distance of her new job as an emergency room doctor at Mount Sinai Queens.

FOMO Helped Drive Up Housing Prices in the Pandemic. What Can We Expect Next?
Op Ed, September 28

Inflation-corrected prices may end up substantially lower as factors driving high home prices weaken with time.

As China’s Economy Stumbles, Homeowners Boycott Mortgage Payments
Business, August 17

In a rare act of defiance, people across the country who bought property from indebted developers are refusing to repay loans on their unfinished apartments.

Large landlords aggressively moved against renters in the pandemic, a report says.
Business, July 29

A House subcommittee investigation found four firms were responsible for nearly 15,000 eviction filings while there were moratoriums on evictions.

New York Renters Are Now Paying the Price for the ‘Covid Discount’
Real Estate, July 26

More than 40 percent of the available units in Manhattan currently come from tenants priced out of apartments they leased in 2020 and 2021, according to a new StreetEasy report.

The Penn Station $7 Billion Fix-Up Moves Ahead: Here’s What to Know
Metro, July 21

The project promises to update the notorious eyesore but critics of the plan are concerned about the cost.

Nearly a Third of Gen Z Is Living at Home (and They Plan to Stay)
Real Estate, July 21

And among those who moved out of their childhood bedroom, a third are spending about half of their monthly income on rent or mortgage.

What Baby Boomers Want (Options!), Senior Housing Delivers
Business, July 19

Shifting demographics are reshaping complexes built for older Americans, who are looking for a variety of rates and services.

Moved During the Pandemic? You May Need to Update Your Insurance.
Real Estate, June 13

Many people changed where and how they lived, but “upgrading their policies for all of these experiences fell by the wayside,” an appraisal executive said.

How Do You Find an Apartment in N.Y.C. These Days?
Metro, May 28

Apartment hunting in the city has never been easy, but now the search has become seemingly impossible as prices soar. Readers told us about their pandemic housing struggles — and eventual successes.

The Extraordinary Wealth Created by the Pandemic Housing Market
Upshot, May 1

Rarely have so many Americans gained so much equity in so little time, but it’s also inseparable from the housing affordability crisis.