Thrill-seekers who are in desperate need of an adrenaline boost need look no further than their own home for their next dose of action—that is, if they are (un)lucky enough to be in possession of a set of “death stairs.” While walking down a flight of stairs has not historically been considered the most death-defying … Read more
A Taylor Swift fanatic has transformed her New Orleans home into a tourist attraction for Swifties and Halloween fanatics alike after decorating her front yard with a host of hilariously accurate Eras Tour-themed skeletons. Longtime NOLA resident Louellen Berger has become famous for her intricate Halloween displays over the years, having begun decorating the front lawn of her 1950s property for about 20 … Read more
The pandemic devastated Madison Avenue’s storefronts. But luxury retailers are now back in force, pumping new life into this world-famous shopping district. Earlier this year, IWC Schaffhausen brought a flagship store to 60th Street and Madison Avenue, and in September, French jewelry house Boucheron opened its first-ever NYC boutique at 65th Street. It’s boosting real … Read more
You don’t have to believe Manhattan’s brokers when they say the wealthy have turned to renting — the numbers say it all. The amount of households racking in at least $750,000 and choosing to rent went up 10.5% between 2018 and 2022, according to the recent Federal Reserve’s Survey of Consumer Finances. Not only are … Read more
Fans will be dying to see this. The hilariously spooky home setting of “Beetlejuice,” where Michael Keaton’s ghastly alter ego ran amok in 1988, is now open to the public. Airbnb is running coordinated tours of the estate in Hillsborough, New Jersey — west of Rutgers University — to explore the one-time home of Catherine … Read more
At the Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa, still waters run chic. Between two shorefront swimming pools, a swanky steam room, oversized Jacuzzi and fountains, H2O is a theme that flows throughout the throughout the property. After all, eau means water in French. The seven-acre estate, located on the barrier island of Manalapan just 20 … Read more
Beggars can’t be choosers — unless it’s your wedding day. Many newlyweds are opting out of traditional cash-fund gifts and adding the option of helping to pay for a home purchase instead. Wedding resource websites like The Knot and Zillow Home Loans found that 55% more couples are adding a “home fund” to their wedding … Read more
Sleep here at your own risk. The infamous house from the 1982 horror classic “Poltergeist” is being transformed into an Airbnb, available to rent by supernatural-obsessed fans. The home, built in 1979, is located in Simi Valley, California. The “Poltergeist” house in Simi Valley, California. Google Maps It sold Friday for $1.28 million, the Zillow listing … Read more
Christina Hall slammed her ex Josh Hall as she announced that she has listed her Tennessee home. The 41-year-old reality star took to her Instagram Story on Thursday to share that she was selling her farmhouse in Leiper’s Fork for $4.5 million. Josh, 44, has been living at the residence since the two split in July. … Read more
College students are done with the uninspiring shabby cinderblock walls, chipped wooden furniture and dirty carpeting of dormitories. Now, those grim spaces are increasingly becoming far more chic with high-end designs matching the tastes of the TikTok-obsessed generation embarking on independent living. As part of a national trend, college kids are increasingly asking their parents … Read more
A loan at last? With mortgage rates at their lowest since early 2023 and nationwide housing inventory up 22% over a year ago, it might be time for market-shy renters in Florida and other Sun Belt destinations to think about hopping onto the property ladder, experts say. Fresh analysis published by Zillow Home Loans suggest … Read more
Size isn’t everything. A prestigious ranking of the country’s best small towns has been published — and a charming locale just an hour’s drive from the hubbub of NYC has made the list. Compiled by editors at Travel + Leisure and a handful of industry experts, the America’s Best Small Towns 2024 survey tapped the larger-than-life … Read more
Half of Americans have at least one room in their home that they believe is unsalvageable with clutter, according to new research. When asked about their perspective on the space in their homes, a survey of 2,000 adults found that there just isn’t enough. A third of respondents feel cramped in their homes (34%), especially … Read more
Jeremy Renner is ready to part ways with his Hollywood Hills home 12 years after he first moved in. The actor put his approximately 9,000 square foot home on the market for $12.9 million after initially buying the house for $4 million in 2012. According to The Wall Street Journal, Renner spent $5.5 million on renovations, which … Read more
For Gen Zers and millennials, sex sells out for homeownership. Gen Z is happy to give up sex if it means meeting this one huge life goal. Overall, more than a quarter of Brits would forgo sex for a whole year if it meant they’d finally have enough money to put down a deposit on … Read more
The secret to a long, healthy life is just 65 miles southwest of Manhattan. Rural Hunterdon County in western New Jersey has been named the fourth-best community in the nation for health outcomes, a metric that takes into account the number of adults in poor health and life expectancy. The rolling countryside that served as the … Read more
Less curb stomping, more curb appeal. For Al Iaquinta, dedicating his life to the brutal commitment of being a UFC contender gave the Long Island-based brawler an x-factor for success. So, when the 37-year-old found himself seriously slowed down by an injury from fighting back in 2017, he decided to go after another challenge — a … Read more
The Post takes a look at two of Paris’ must-stay spots during the 2024 Paris Olympics. AFP via Getty Images World-class athletes won’t be the only ones feeling like champions during the 2024 Olympics in Paris. With effortless elegance being at the heart of the French capital no matter the season, this summer the City … Read more
Soaring housing prices are causing Americans to rethink their “dream home” and “dream workspace,” where luxury is out and practicality is in. A new poll of 2,000 U.S. adults found 58% have witnessed increased housing costs over the past five years, and 39% frequently feel like they’re stuck living where they are. Many are also … Read more
In the heart of New York City pre-COVID-19 pandemic, Jonathan Krieger and Brandon Hirsch were thriving, operating dozens of different businesses — including restaurants and a string of cafes — across the bustling metropolis. But when the coronavirus struck, the entrepreneurial duo — feeling stifled and stymied by the new normal in the Big Apple — couldn’t help … Read more