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Douglas Elliman Realty Fires President Scott Durkin Amid Concerns About Sexually Charged Company Culture: Report

Durkin stepped into the role last week after former president Howard Lorber suddenly retired from his position.

Hot Summer Good for Real Estate Purchases

There are many reasons why spring is busy for real estate. One of the reasons is that homes look better during spring. This causes listings to expand and increase available inventory. Alongside this is the increase of potential buyers interested in purchasing a home at this period. With these two factors, home prices naturally would increase as demand increases.

Luxury Real Estate Markets Levelling Off Despite New Inventory

Houses that are priced at the top of the luxury market felt a decline in demand compared to the last quarter of 2015. The average sale price of a home in the Hamptons, one of the luxury neighborhoods in the US, was at $8.8 million for the first quarter of 2016. In 2015, a similar home in the same luxury neighborhood was at $12.3 million.

Celebrity Real Estate: Luciano Pavarotti's New York City Apartment Relists For $10.5M

The late opera singer Luciano Pavarotti lived in his Manhattan apartment for majority of his days. After being off the market for some time, the co-op has now made a return - this time with a price cut - seeking $10.5 million, as per Deborah Grubman of the Corcoran Group.

David Blaine Net Worth: Magician Selling Greenwich Village Co-Op For $2.27M

The famous thrill-seeking magician David Blaine is enlisting some help for his next magic trick: selling his New York City Greenwich Village co-op. Blaine has already listed his 1,044 square foot home at 41 Fifth Avenue for $2.27 million, the Observer reports.

Compass Broker Biggie, Hervé Senequier, Sells $2.65M Flatiron Loft

The renovated Flatiron loft apartment at 105 Fifth Avenue of a top-gun Compass broker, Hervé Senequier, was sold for a full $2.65 million of its asking price.

Victoria’s Secret’s Lais Ribeiro Purchases a Condo Designed by Karl Fishcer

Lais Ribeiro has just purchased a Karl Fischer-designed condo at 165 W. 18th St. in Chelsea. The 1,279-square-foot two-bedroom and two-bathroom condo has an asking price of $2.49 million.

Studio 54 Co-Founder Ian Schrager Seeking $80M For Manhattan Penthouse, Buys New Unit In Same Building

Hotelier and developer Ian Schrager is looking to sell his 160 Leroy Street - a downtown Manhattan condo his company is developing - penthouse unit for $75 to $80 million, after deciding to buy a condo unit on the building's 12th floor for $15 million.

Brookyln's Pacific Street Emerges As New Luxury Real Estate Giant

Over the years, the modern and industrial-style residences on Pacific Street between Fourth Avenue and Henry Street have slowly and silently gained attention and has now emerged as Brooklyn's hottest spot for luxury real estate.

Debra Winger and Hubby Buy New York City Co-op

The ace actress makes a debut in the celebrity property column, several months before her expected return to television next year.

NBA Playoffs 2015 News: Houston Rockets Owner Leslie Alexander Sells New York Penthouse for Almost $50M

Houston Rockets owner Leslie Alexander has listed his New York penthouse for almost $50M, two years after he bought the luxury apartment.

Los Angeles Top Real Estate Deals: Which Properties Made The List? Find Out Here!

The top real estate deals in L.A. include former homes of a Grammy-award winning singer, an actor from a famous franchise and a record producer.

New York City: The New Home of the Super-Rich?

The Big Apple will have the world's largest number of the super-affluent by 2025, taking over the reins from London, according to the people from Knight Frank, a global property consultancy, in a panel discussion on the 64th floor of One World Trade Center.

NBA Homes? No, But These Mansions Have Private Basketball Courts!

For all the bona fide Hoop junkies out there, "basketball, indeed, never stops". Even as the US NCAA College basketball is about to come to an end, the March Madness need not wear off. Check out some baller homes equipped with their very own basketball courts.

Jonah Hill Net Worth: Actor Lowers Asking Price of NYC Loft

With how things are shaping up, it looks like funnyman Jonah Hill is getting really serious about disposing of his New York property.

Manhattan, NY Real Estate Prices Going Down

A Douglas Elliman report, authored by Jonathan Miller says there's a decline in Manhattan median and average prices this quarter compared to 2014 Q1.

Jon Bon Jovi’s NYC Penthouse Finally Sold

Bon Jovi, whose given name is John Francis Bongiovi, Jr. at birth, has reportedly closed the deal with his SoHo penthouse for $37.5 million.

LeBron James Miami Mansion Update: Why The King is Having a Hard Time Selling His Palace

Lebron James has listed his Miami Mansion for $17 million late last year but up until now, The King’s palace in Coconut Grove has remained barren and left unwanted.
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