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February 2, 2017

How a Biweekly Mortgage Payment Could Save You $35,413

Interest on a home loan adds up to a lot over 30 years, but a common payment strategy could save you thousands. The post How a Biweekly Mortgage Payment Could Save You $35,413 appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

NBA All-Star Kevin Durant Slashes Price on His Oklahoma City Home

Two years after he initially listed his Oklahoma City home, NBA megastar Kevin Durant has relisted the house -- with nearly a 50% price reduction. The post NBA All-Star Kevin Durant Slashes Price on His Oklahoma City Home appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

The Hunt Is Over: 4 Historic Myron Hunt -- Designed Homes Are on the Market

Architect Myron Hunt studied with Frank Lloyd Wright before heading West and building over 500 projects in California. Four of his intriguing designs are now available for sale. The post The Hunt Is Over: 4 Historic Myron Hunt -- Designed Homes Are on the Market appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Tasteful Taxidermy: Yes, You Can Decorate With Dead Animals

For centuries, stuffed animals were generally found only in game lodges and log cabins, but there has been a noticeable resurgence in taxidermy décor as more people seek to reconnect with nature.

February 2, 2017

The Millennials' Dilemma: To Own or to Rent

If you want to live in New York City or a tech hub like San Francisco, home ownership may not be an affordable option right now – although renting may not be a good one, either. Rents are so high in those cities that you could find yourself living paycheck-to-paycheck even if you have a good-paying job.

February 2, 2017

The Surprising Thing You Didn't Know About Beyonce and Jay Z's New Home

Jay Z and Beyonc moved into a 2.6-acre Holmby Hills estate worth $45 million, renting it for about $150,000 a month. But why did they decide to rent instead of buy? The post The Surprising Thing You Didn't Know About Beyonce and Jay Z's New Home appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Singer-Songwriter Sia Is Flipping Dreamy Home in Los Feliz

Just four months after buying it, Sia has listed her Mediterranean Revival home in Los Feliz for $5 million. The sunny villa is layered in beautiful light. The post Singer-Songwriter Sia Is Flipping Dreamy Home in Los Feliz appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

The Case of the Missing Garbage Disposer, and Other New-Home Horror Stories

You might assume your new home comes with all the essentials, but it's easy to miss the small things. Better check for these commonly overlooked features. The post The Case of the Missing Garbage Disposer, and Other New-Home Horror Stories appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Plantation-Style Estate Is a Slice of Heaven on South Carolina's Spring Island

On tiny Spring Island, SC, where there are only 400 homeowners, a custom-designed home offers charming details and lush landscaping. The post Plantation-Style Estate Is a Slice of Heaven on South Carolina's Spring Island appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Neighbor 'Thumbs Down' Mark Zuckerberg -- and Takes Him to Court

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg may be the king of social networking, but he's failed miserably at playing nice with his own neighbor -- who's now charged Zuckerberg with real estate fraud. The post Neighbor 'Thumbs Down' Mark Zuckerberg -- and Takes Him to Court appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.