Welcome to the blog section. In this blog I’ll be posting about what is happening around my neighbourhood (Yaletown & False Creek North), Vancouver luxury real estate, real estate and related issues. If you have any suggestions, please let me know, have fun.
According to Realtor.com this amazing home was previously rented by Asthon Kutcher, after filing for divorce. It is located in Hollywood Hills, and was recently bought by Justin Biber.
*Below is an excerpt of an article from the Wall Street Journal.
By JOSH BARBANEL
A founder of a website dedicated to direct sales of homes by their owners has sold his two-bedroom apartment in Chelsea for $2.15 million—with the help of a real-estate broker and a standard 6% commission.
Colby Sambrotto, a founder and former chief operating officer of ForSalebyOwner.com, a large website for owner sales, spent six months trying to sell his condominium himself through online listings and classified ads, before turning over the listing of the 2,000-square-foot apartment to a broker at Bond New York in November.
The broker, Jesse Buckler, said he told Mr. Sambrotto the apartment in the Lion's Head building on West 19th Street near Sixth Avenue was priced too low and wasn't drawing the right buyers.
By May, it went into contract, he said, after attracting multiple offers. It closed in the last few days for $150,000 more than the original asking price.
"At first he wouldn't let me increase the price," Mr. Buckler said. "I told him I know what I am doing—the market is picking up."
The sale is likely to add some fuel to debate over whether direct for-sale-by-owner deals, known as FSBOs in the trade, are workable in the higher end of the Manhattan market, where many brokers try to hold the line on commissions and resist discounting.
ForSaleByOwner.com was founded in 1999 and sold to Tribune Co. in 2006 in the midst of the real-estate boom. Mr. Sambrotto left the company when it was sold, and in 2007 paid $2 million for a second-floor apartment at the Lion's Head, a successful condominium conversion where buyers lined up for a chance to buy in 2005.
Mr. Sambrotto confirmed the details of the transaction with Mr. Buckler as the broker. He said he is still active in real estate and still believed in owner sales and discounted commissions.
Looking to move his family to the suburbs, he said he carefully staged his apartment for sale himself, and put it on the market. But after using a mix of websites to publicize his apartment, he said he had only "middling success" and switched to a broker because many buyers were so reliant on brokers.
"The apartment market in Manhattan was tightly controlled by agents," he said. "So many buyers don't even bother to do a search online."
Matt Brown, director of business development for ForSaleByOwner.com, said selling without a broker "is definitely not for everybody."
Bruno Ricciotti, a founder and principal broker at Bond, had a different perspective. "FSBOs are a significant source of leads for us," he said, since brokers are trained to use the owner listings to sign up new customers.
After looking for houses across the region, Mr. Sambrotto said he and his wife had decided to stay in the city, and to buy a second home on the East End of Long Island.
Jason Statham sold his home for $2.7 million in less than a week, then he went shopping and supposedly (haven’t been confirmed) bought Ben Stiller Mansion for around $11.5 million, that’s what I call a nice upgrade.
Here are some pictures of the old home, that has 3 bed, 2 baths, 2281 sqft.
Here are some pictures of the upgrade, I like it more than the previous one. It has 10 bed, 11 bath, the property has 3 houses that are 5,334 sqft, 4,062 sqft and 1,161.
Welcome to Necker Island, Sir Richard Branson's private island paradise in the British Virgin Islands. The island is spread over 74 acres and sits in turquoise waters surrounded by coral reefs and fringed with beautiful white sandy beaches. Necker is normally hired privately for up to 28 guests, but during selected 'Celebration Weeks' during the year couples or singles can book individual rooms and share the island 'house party' style.
Things To Do
Necker is designed to be your own private hideaway - a place far from the stresses and strains of daily life where you dictate the pace and the mood. Whether your passion is suiting up and getting wet in the crystal clear water or relaxing with a book on a deserted beach, you'll be well catered for. We also host casino nights in the Great House, fancy dress parties, BBQs on the beach, gala dinners where the food just keeps coming and much, much more!
Location
Necker Island is located in the British Virgin Islands to the north of Virgin Gorda, one of the country's larger islands. Its Caribbean location means that Necker's 74 acres are surrounded by beautiful turquoise waters, coral reefs and gorgeous sandy beaches.
Cost
It costs US$53,000 a night to hire the Balinese village-style accommodation for up to 28 friends.
The French government sold its Hong Kong diplomat’s residence in the highly-sought after Peak district for a staggering HK$580 million (US$74.5 million) in the city’s surging market.
Arnaud Bathelemy, France’s consul-general in Hong Kong and Macau, and now renter, said the decision was part of Paris’s streamlining of its real estate assets, reported the South China Morning Post News.
“The French government is not a speculator, for sure,” Bathelemy said. “But if we can make a good deal, there’s no reason why we shouldn’t be as smart as man other people in Hong Kong.”
He explained that the property on 8 Pollock’s Path was sold to Ryoden Development on 3 June and is now being rented back to the French government for HK$250,000 (US$33,100) per month.
The 11,222-square foot property was sold at an average of HK$51,684 (US$6,643) per square foot, making it one of the most expensive sales in the world.
The building sits at the top of the Peak and was made a grade II historic building last year.
Records from the Land Registry show that the French government took possession of the house in 1981 – along with its two-storey consulate general office in Admiralty Building and HK$90 million (US$11.6 million) from Palwell Ltd – in exchange for its previous official residence, Victoria Lodge on Old Peak Road.
Set upon 26 park-like acres, this family compound is one of the foremost estates within the Telluride Region. Designed as an evolving series of Western ranch structures, the property has just undergone a multi-million dollar expansion & upgrade, which dramatically enhanced its timeless sophistication. The home frames breath-taking views of Sunshine & Wilson Peak, while a manicured trail system winds through the towering aspen & spruce trees down to a flowing creek. Offered fully-furnished.
Terreno a la venta en CENTRO, LA BARCA Heroes de Nacozari # 52 entre Matamoros y Río Lerma Sup. de Terreno 5,113.85 m2. Precio: $1,800 m2. Terreno plano, está bardeado, se ubica en el pueblo de la Barca, colinda con el Río Lerma. Ideal para edifico comercial o residencial, casa con inmenso jardin y bodegas.
Para más información contactar a Manuel al 84-21-38-87 de Guadalajara o Doris Ortega Nextel ID 62*15*38030.
Land for sale in Downtown, LA BARCA Nacozari Heroes # 52 between Matamoros and Rio Lerma Land Area 5113.85 m2. Price: $ 1.800 m2. Flat land is fenced, is located in the village of La Barca, adjacent to the Rio Lerma. Ideal for commercial or residential building, house with huge garden and cellars.
ARROYO DE COMALA, LA BARCA, JALISCO, MEXICO Libramiento La Barca -- Briseñas y Camino al Panteón Terreno en venta. Sup. de Terreno 18,293.68 m2. Ideal para centro comercial, bodegas, edificio de oficinas o desarollo residencial. Terreno plano, esta ubicado al poniente de la Ciudad de la Barca, sobre la carretera. Precio: $1,000.00 x m2 Compre ahora y construya después. Excelente ubicación a pie de carretera y frente al centro comercial.
Para más información contactar a los agentes de bienes raices Manuel Riebeling al 84-21-38-87 de Guadalajara o Doris Ortega Nextel ID 62*15*38030.
LA BARCA, Jalisco, Mexico. Bypass La Barca - and the way to the Cemetery. Land for sale. Land Area 18,293.68 m2. Ideal for shopping centers, warehouses, office building or residential development. Flat land, located west of the City of Barca. Price: $ 1,000.00 x m2 Buy now and build later. Excellent location next to the road and across from the mall.
1370 m2, de terreno en renta en El Batan, Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico. A solo unos pasos de Av. Alcalde. Los vecinos son Bodega Aurrera (proxima inauguracion) y Tienda Coppel. Aproveche antes de que le ganen. Puede rentarse todo o en partes.
Agentes de bienes raíces, traigan a sus clientes, pagamos comisión.
Para más información contactar a los agentes de bienes raíces Manuel Riebeling al 84-21-38-87 de Guadalajara o Doris Ortega Nextel ID 62*15*38030.
Land for lease in El Batan, Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico. 1370 m2. A few steps from Avenida Alcalde. Neighbors are Bodega Aurrera (opening soon) and Coppel Store. Take advantage before someone else will. Can be rented whole or in part.
Excelente terreno sobre Av. Américas con una superficie de 14,586 m2. Cuenta con 2 edificios, uno comercial y otro residencial. También cuenta con una residencia en el interior del terreno. El uso de suelo es de Mixto de Alta Densidad. Es un terreno con muchas posibilidades para un buen desarrollador.
Finca urbana con uso de suelo MC 4, que consta de las siguientes dependencias, un edificio de tres pisos el cual la planta baja consta de locales comerciales y las dos plantas siguientes con departamentos de dos recamaras cada uno. Un edificio de tres pisos el cual la planta baja consta de locales comerciales y las dos plantas siguientes son oficinas de diferentes tamaños. Una área de estacionamiento con diferentes aéreas. Un tejaban es para los autos y una bodega, una casa de dos niéveles convertida en oficinas de un restaurante y un patio que sirve de estacionamiento para el restaurante. Una residencia la cual consta de 3 recamaras, cuatro baños, cocina, terraza, patio cuarto de lavar, estudio, unas construcciones dentro del terreno de la residencia que constan de una bodega para autos, caballerizas, cuartos de empleados y tejabanes varios.
Excellent development lot located on Avenue of the Americas with a 14.586 m2 area. It has 2 buildings, one commercial and one residential. It also has a residence inside the ground. The land use is High Density Mixed. It is a land with many possibilities for a good developer.
Urban farm land use MC 4, which consists of the following units, a three-storey building which consists of ground floor retail and two floors below with two bedroom apartments each. A three-storey building which consists of ground floor retail and two floors below are the offices of different sizes. A parking area with different carriers. A a warehouse, a two level restaurant and a courtyard that serves as parking for the restaurant. A residence which consists of 3 bedrooms, four bathrooms, kitchen, terrace, patio laundry room, study, some buildings in the area of residence consisting of a warehouse for cars, stables, quarters for employees and tejabanes several.
Fabulosa residencia de descanso a solo 20 minutos de Guadalajara. Localizada en huertas "El Zamorano". La propiedad cuenta con dos casas y un terreno de 7,500 m2. La casa principal, con 280 m2 construcción cuenta con Sala, cocina, comedor, 3 habitaciones, 2.5 baños y foyer. La segunda casa funciona perfectamente como una casa de huéspedes, esta consta de 2 habitaciones, 2 baños, sala/comedor, cocina y una gran terraza con área de asador. La propiedad contiene un sinfín de árboles frutales, palmas y flores. El coto tiene caseta de vigilancia, aéreas de juegos, Iglesia, cancha de tennis y abarrotera.
Para más información contactar a Manuel al 84-21-38-87 de Guadalajara o Doris Ortega Nextel ID 62*15*38030.
Fabulous retirement home located just 20 minutes from Guadalajara. Located in "El Zamorano". The property has two houses and a plot of 7.500 m2. The main house with 280 m2 building has a living room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and foyer. The second house works perfectly as a guest house, it consists of 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living / dining room, kitchen and large terrace area with barbecue. The property contains a wealth of fruit trees, palms and flowers. The amenities the gated community have are security gate, private police, children games area, church, tennis area and grocery store.
For more information contact Mannny at 604-728-9510 Doris Ortega de Guadalajara or Nextel ID 62 * 15 * 38 030.
Great location, North of 4th, steps to beach, Tennis & Yacht Clubs at Jericho Beach & 4th Avenue shops & restaurants. High ceiling, granite countertops,...
