Amalia Otet
Amalia Otet is an online content developer and creative writer for RENTCafé. She loves all things real estate and strives to live beautifully, one green step at a time.
US Apartment Sizes Shrinking: The Smallest Apartments Aren’t in NYC, but Tucson, AZ
The housing trend that made Manhattan and San Francisco known as hotbeds of tiny living has picked up steam all across the country in recent…
Brooklyn’s Exciting Evolution Revealed in Cool Now-and-Then Photos
Brooklyn, once the home primarily of brownstones and warehouse conversions, has been the subject of significant development over recent years. Brooklyn is no longer dependent…
How to Determine the Market Value of a Property Using PropertyShark’s Comps
In real estate, evaluating local market conditions is a must before committing to any kind of deal. One of the easiest and most efficient ways to…
Top 10 Priciest Neighborhoods in San Francisco
Famous for its eclectic architecture, artsy vibe, rolling hills and steep streets, San Francisco has also become synonymous with pricey real estate in recent years.…
NYC Home Prices Up 2% in 2014, Luxury Market Thriving
In New York City, the real estate market is as hot as it has ever been. Whether it’s local or international buyers, everybody wants a…
L.A. Housing Market Heating Up in 2014, Median Price at Five-Year High
The Los Angeles residential real estate market boasted strong sales volumes and rising sale prices in 2014, mainly fueled by increased demand, low inventory levels,…
The 20 Most Expensive Zip Codes in Silicon Valley: Atherton’s 94027 Holds Strong at No.1
The home of some of the country’s most prominent tech companies is also home to the most expensive residential real estate in the nation. Silicon…
NYC’s Top 50 Priciest Neighborhoods in 2014
When it comes to residential real estate, New York City is the ultimate leader. From spacious penthouses to designer lofts and glamorous mansions, NYC’s most…
Most Expensive Homes Sold in Los Angeles in 2014
For those who can afford the ultra-luxurious homes set in lush locations like Bel Air, Beverly Hills, Malibu, and Brentwood Park, the options are endless:…
Top 10 Most Expensive Places to Live in Los Angeles, Home of the Rich and Famous
Los Angeles may be known for its warm climate and its miles of beautiful coastlines interlaced with mountains ranges, but the city is also known…
Los Angeles’ Top 10 Most Expensive Commercial Real Estate Deals of 2014
Supported by a robust economic environment, the Los Angeles real estate market has experienced strong improvement in 2014, and is expected to remain solid for…
San Francisco’s Most Expensive Home Sales In 2014
When it comes to luxury real estate, San Francisco and New York are bitter rivals. These two cities offer lifestyle at a cost. It is…
Silicon Valley’s Top 10 Most Expensive Homes Sold in 2014
Supported by favorable demographics, limited inventory and a steady job growth, Silicon Valley remains one of the hottest housing markets in the Bay Area. The…
Santa Clara County’s Top 10 Largest Commercial Real Estate Deals of 2014
Silicon Valley remains one of the hottest investment markets in the country. The strong economy fueled by the tech sector’s rebound, along with high demand…
New York City’s Top 10 Most Expensive Homes Sold in 2014
New York City’s residential sales market remained strong in 2014, with increased demand recorded across all market segments and rising home prices. Of the five…
New York City’s Top 10 Commercial Real Estate Deals of 2014
With 2015 just around the corner, we thought it would be instructive to look back and see who scored the biggest deals in terms of…
8 Must-Have Online Tools for Real Estate Agents
Technology and the internet have changed the way consumers think and act in nearly every industry imaginable and the real estate sector is no exception.…
Are You Keeping up with the Property Management Industry? Take Our Quiz to Find Out
Gone are the days when property owners only turned to the classified ads section in the local newspaper to market their properties. Now most of…
The Unofficial Top 10 Most Beloved NYC Buildings
The playground of some of the world’s most notable architects, New York City flaunts an impressive collection of buildings: some innovative, others grand or imposing,…