Categories: Classy Condo Info, Information | September 26th, 2008 | by editor | no comments
Check out this article in the Global Property Guide: Most Expensive Cities In 2008. This should come in really handy if you’re planning to invest in a flat or a condo. Not surprisingly, London and New York are the top two placers in the race for the most expensive property values. Moscow comes in a close third.
Of course, common sense will always tell us that the most expensive properties are found in the more highly urbanized areas, usually the cities that are centers of government, fashion or business. Not only are the prices of real estate high in these areas, cost of living is usually sky-high as well.
Of course, for those who can cheerfully afford it, owning a flat or a condo in these areas will surely elevate their prestige, and dare I say it, self-worth. Chances are your investment is also secure since these areas are already well-established and property values are less likely to fluctuate.
Categories: Classy Condo Info, Helpful Tips, Information, Suggestions, Thoughts on Classy Condominiums | August 12th, 2008 | by Carlo | no comments
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A dockominium is the water-based version of a condominium; rather than owning an apartment in a building, one owns a boat slip on the water. The term is a portmanteau of “dock” and “condominium.” In addition to the exclusive right to use the boat slip, ownership also provides one with the right to use the common elements of the marina, much the same as one would have the right to use the common areas in a residential condominium development. Additionally a unit owner may use, rent or sell their unit at any time, subject to association approval.
Similar to a condominium, a management company manages the common areas and provides all required services such as maintenance, security, insurance, bookkeeping, legal and overall management and supervision of the dockominium facility. A monthly fee is charged to cover these expenses. Typically, water is included, while electricity and cable, etc. are billed separately via the management association. Real estate taxes are separately assessed by the municipality and are the responsibility of the unit owner.
Categories: Classy Condo Info | July 1st, 2008 | by Carlo | no comments
Own a piece of Las Vegas. Streamline Tower is one of the top condos rising in Las Vegas today. It’s just footsteps away from the historic Fremont Street Casino District where history, culture and entertainment collide.
Enjoy a life of glamour and luxury only in the heart of the new downtown where you can dine at 35+ restaurants, and indulge yourself in entertainment galore and shopping to your heart’s content. You can also dine at gourmet restaurants, socialize with friends at one of many taverns, stroll under the neon lights and unlimited gaming available 24/7.
Price ranges of a unit in the Streamline Tower costs $470,000 – $1,200,000 with 1-3 bedrooms and 3.5 – 2.5 bathrooms. You can as well enjoy the buildings amenities such as rooftop pool and spa with panoramic views.
Categories: Classy Condo Info | June 9th, 2008 | by Yra | no comments
John Ross, an elliptical condominium tower in Portland, has 31 stories of curved window walls with 303 units, including Penthouse homes with 90 degree, 180 degree and 360 degree views. The John Ross, part of the The River Blocks on the South Waterfront, has views of the city on the north, the Willamette river on the south, mountain on the east and hills on the west. Unit sizes vary widely. Park units on floors 2 to 5 start at 632 sf, tower units on floors 6 to 26 range from 637 to 1826 sf , the penthouse units from 1895 sf to 5035 sf for the 31st floor.
Categories: Information | May 30th, 2008 | by Yra | no comments
Positioned as San Francisco’s first LEEDcertified condo, Arterra in Mission Bay is a three-building complex with an open courtyard. It has one- or two-storey homes of one to three bedrooms, Energy Star-rated home appliances, efficient lighting and insulation, water conserving features, a façade made of environment-friendly Trespa. Many of the materials, such as cork and bamboo, are renewable. Floor areas range from 600 square feet to 1,240 square feet.Furnishings and fixtures are luxurious, and many homes have floor-to-ceiling window walls and balconies. Amenities include a wellness center, concierge, community lounge and rooftop sundeck. Visit www.arterrasf.com.
Categories: Classy Condo Info | May 24th, 2008 | by mctreve | no comments
Are you a pet lover or not? For those who are, do you want your pet dog or cat to be prohibited from living with you just because the management in your condominium has a no-pet rule. Personally, I am not that a “pet-lover”, but I understand those people who love to have their pets with them. I know they will do anything for them to live comfortably with their pets.
There are many condominiums who have a no-pet rule. But there are also such wherein those condo owners own pets. Just like in Metropolitan Miami condo who welcomes residents who are dog lovers. It is good to know that there are condos like this. Visit CCFJ for more articles related to this.
Categories: Thoughts on Classy Condominiums | May 22nd, 2008 | by Yra | no comments
The dwell magazine website has 46 podcasts (as of last count), a good listen while you’re surfing for things for your condo. Most of them are walking tours of neighborhoods, recorded talks by noted speakers from the Dwell on Design, and interviews with industry movers. The website also has Dwell Connect, a virtual community of builders, designers and design enthusiasts. Find a group and interact with other users you might meet in Los Angeles on June 5 to 8 for this year’s Dwell on Design Conference, Exhibit and Home Tours at the LA Convention Center. Don’t forget to register online by May 30th.
Categories: Helpful Tips | May 21st, 2008 | by mctreve | no comments
As you make your condominium classy, one of the important things to do is to assure the security inside your condo. Of course, if you have a classy condo, it will be attractive to some people’s eyes. With this, you must make sure that all the doors or openings in your condo is properly closed and secured. You can use double locks in your doors and even in your windows. So as you invest in making your condo classy, invest also in the things that will make you live safe and sound in your classy condo. Buy a teargas or a defense weapon to be extra safe inside your place. It is better to be safe that sorry right?
Categories: Helpful Tips | May 20th, 2008 | by Yra | no comments
Oftentimes, it only takes a few well-placed accents to give a condo that touch of class. Consider contemporary mirrors, which come in different frames to suit your color scheme and overall theme. Not only do mirrors give off the impression of space, they can also serve as stand-in art pieces when there is not enough room for wall hangings. A quality mirror with a good finish doubles as the focal point in the receiving area, eliminating the need for additional decor. Designing your own mirror could also be a good idea, as some manufacturers allow one-offs for a price. The mirror can then bear your signature, a unique piece for a space all your own.
Image from www.csnmirrors.com
Categories: Thoughts on Classy Condominiums | May 18th, 2008 | by Yra | no comments
Moving from a house to a condominium is a test in downsizing. If you’ve ever lived overseas for an extended period of time, you know the feeling: your life should fit into two suitcases maximum. But there are benefits to a long-term move, including being forced to evaluate your possessions and having to let go of things that are not essential. It’s a chance to start over, and for anyone who has never believed in packing lightly, the change is refreshing. Given the smaller space, you tend to buy fewer things because there is no room for clutter and the bin can only hold so much. Just thinking about the practicality in terms of cleaning and maintenance, it’s no surprise that there is a shift towards condo living.
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