Roger Martin Properties

09/18/2026

If this has happened to you, understand you’re not alone. Ghosting is an unfortunate yet common issue many homeowners experience at some point in time.

“Ghosting is almost never the first thing that goes wrong on a project. It’s usually the last and a result of a communication failure that starts long before the silence does,” explains Michael Gerstle, partner at Gerstle Snelson, LLP, a construction law firm in Dallas.

09/17/2026

If historic homes catch your eye, Swift’s portfolio includes everything from a 1904 Rhode Island estate to the landmark Goldwyn Estate in Beverly Hills.

Taylor Swift’s real estate story stretches from Nashville to New York, Rhode Island and Beverly Hills. Her collection is valued at at least $100 million and includes Nashville properties, an oceanfront estate in Watch Hill, multiple residences in Manhattan’s Tribeca neighbourhood and the histori...

09/16/2026

If you’re comparing markets for your next investment, don’t overlook renter migration—today’s tenants can become tomorrow’s buyers, adding another layer to future housing demand.

Rental activity can tell investors more than where tenants are looking today. Zillow data shows Buffalo, Chicago and Houston seeing the strongest growth in out-of-town rental searches, followed by New Orleans and Dallas. With homeownership costs keeping many would-be buyers renting longer, those mig...

09/15/2026

If your patio feels a little plain, borrowing a few ideas from an English cottage garden can make the space feel warmer, softer, and more inviting.

A great patio doesn't have to be perfectly polished to feel special. These English cottage-inspired ideas focus on comfortable seating, colorful plantings, natural textures, and lived-in charm that makes an outdoor space feel welcoming. Whether you're working with a small courtyard, a backyard patio...

09/14/2026

If selling is on your mind, you don’t necessarily need a brand-new kitchen to impress buyers. Avoiding a few design mistakes can help the space show much better.

Your kitchen doesn’t need to be brand new to make a good impression. Sometimes it’s the smaller design choices that keep the room from looking as polished as it could. Business Insider asked interior designers about three common mistakes that can make a kitchen look cheap, offering some useful p...

09/11/2026

Before you fall in love with a vacation place, make sure you've looked closely at the down payment, maintenance, and monthly carrying costs.

Buying a second home can be a great long-term goal, but it comes with a different set of costs and lending requirements. This guide walks through things like down payments, debt-to-income ratios, maintenance, rental use, and financing options. If a vacation home or part-time residence is on your rad...

09/10/2026

If you’re investing in Texas growth, master-planned communities remain a major opportunity—but developers say financing, city relationships and the right partners can make or break these long-term projects.

Master-planned communities have become a major part of Texas housing growth, particularly around Austin, San Antonio, Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth. But getting these large projects built can be complicated. Developers say financing, public improvement district bonds, city approvals and strong relat...

09/09/2026

The five-bedroom estate at 8366 Sunset View Drive is by a residence owned by billionaire lottery winner Edwin Castro at 8365 Sunset View Drive.

Simkhai has an eye for business — and real estate. When he launched the gay hook-up app Grindr in 2009, it was one of the first — if not the first — popular location-based apps. Since then, the LGBTQ+ portal has expanded into politics, a Politico article noted in April.

09/08/2026

From furniture pieces to plants to paint colors, here are a few staples of the eternally chic.

09/07/2026

Buying a home isn't just a first-time buyer conversation. For many people, a move later in life can be about simplifying, downsizing, or getting closer to family.

A lot of people assume home buying is mostly for younger buyers, but that's not always the case. This article looks at the factors that matter most when considering a home purchase later in life, from finances and future plans to maintenance and lifestyle goals. If you're thinking about a move, a do...