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Grossman Cos. & Summit Development Move Ahead with $68 Million Chappaqua Crossing (NY) $68 Million Chappaqua Crossing: A Joint Venture of The Grossman Companies and Summit Development in New York’s Westchester County High-end, 19-Acre Retail Center Is Located on Former Readers Digest World HQ Quincy, MA / Southport, CT / Chappaqua, NY  — In one of the largest ground-up development projects in its 40-year commercial real estate history, The Grossman Companies, Inc., based in Quincy, Mass., has partnered with Summit Development of Southport, CT, to develop a high-end 120,000 square-foot, $68 million retail development on 19 acres at 480 Bedford Road, part of the long-time, former Readers Digest world headquarters. The entire site consists of 114 acres. The sale was consummated on April 14, 2017. The announcement was made by Grossman Companies’ Co-President Jake Grossman and Felix Charney, Principal of Summit . Chappaqua Crossing will be ready for its anchor150

‘Home Insurance Misconceptions’ Study Dispels Myths on Floods, Dog Bites and Stolen Car Items— AUSTIN, TEXAS — Think you have an accurate understanding of what your home insurance policy does and doesn’t cover? Well, based on new data, chances are … you don’t! And you’re far from alone. In a March 2017 survey commissioned by insuranceQuotes, 56% of respondents mistakenly believed that a standard homeowner’s policy covers flood damage. For millennials ages 18 to 36, the percentage rose to 67%. “Being misinformed about your home policy can be an extremely expensive mistake — especially when a few inches of water in a 1,000 square-foot home can easily cost over $10,000 in repairs,” said Laura Adams, senior insurance analyst at insuranceQuotes. “There are a number of widespread myths ranging from coverage for dog bites to items stolen from your car that frequently trip up policyholders.” Consumers may overestimate their coverage when150

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California ranks as the toughest state for first-time homebuyers for several reasons, including low home affordability (#49), availability (#49) and U-35 homeownership percentage (#49), as well as high millennial unemployment (#41). Iowa, on the other hand, is the easiest state due in large part to the most affordable home prices in the country. The Hawkeye State also graded highly for U-35 homeownership (#2) and millennial employment (#10). Utah, Minnesota, Kansas and Missouri comprise the rest of the five easiest states for first-time homebuyers.     Rank State Total score Housing affordability Job market for young adults Housing market tightness Credit availability Homeownership among millennials 1 Iowa 40.32 10.00 7.55 5.60 7.53 9.64 2 Utah 40.16 6.55 9.33 5.88 8.85 9.55 3 Minnesota 39.60 8.66 7.85 3.75 9.34 10.00 4 Kansas 38.11 8.18 7.67 7.02 8.33 6.91 5 Missouri 38.10 8.71 6.01 8.26 7.67 7.45 6 North Dakota 37.66 8.39 10.00150

Or it takes a brain surgeon to run HUD. Ben Carson Confirmed as HUD Secretary by Jon Boughtin By a vote of 58-41, the U.S. Senate confirmed Dr. Ben Carson today as the next Secretary at the Department of Housing and Urban Development. National Association of Realtors® President William E. Brown laid out the challenges that lie ahead, saying Realtors® look forward to working with Secretary Carson to advance home ownership and real estate investment across the country. Here’s what Brown had to say following the vote: Dr. Carson should be proud of his achievement. The task at hand is a big one, and we applaud his commitment to the challenges that lie ahead. #BenCarson Approved as #HUD Secretary – blogged by @MsJennyb ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ On Tuesday, the Senate Banking Committee approved of Dr. Ben Carson to oversee the Department of Housing and Urban Development, Politico reports. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The150

New York and the Midwest Dominate Redfin’s Hottest Neighborhoods of 2025 Brooklyn’s Prospect Heights and Clinton Hill top Redfin’s 2025 list of hot neighborhoods, after posting a 105% spike in home sales from a year ago. Five of the 10 hottest neighborhoods are located on the outskirts of Midwestern metros, with buyers seeking affordability and an easy commute. A neighborhood in the heart of San Francisco and a commuter suburb just outside Washington, D.C. also made the top 10. Five of Redfin’s 10 hottest neighborhoods of 2025 are in Midwest suburbs.These are the 10 hottest U.S. neighborhoods for 2025, new data shows—5 are in the Midwest Published Sat, Apr 12 202510:00 AM EDT thumbnail Celia Fernandez @cfernan6 Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via Email Redfin ranked the hottest neighborhoods in 2025. Redfin ranked the hottest neighborhoods in 2025.Fg Trade |150

  Prefab home with rooftop deck: Builder Show find! Prefabricated Park Model Bungalow: Features a 399 sq ft Cavco bungalow, a park model home. Spacious Design: The lofted, open design makes the space feel larger than its actual footprint. Key Features: Includes a rooftop deck with seating, a covered porch with built-in lighting and speakers, high ceilings (approximately 11ft), and a large window wall. Modular Construction: The bungalow is designed for modular construction. Living Area: Features a living room with high ceilings and extensive windows, an open kitchen, and a dining area. Kitchen Details: Includes a peninsula counter, ample storage, a wide sink, and a unique backsplash. Loft Area: A loft accessible via a step-ladder provides additional storage and potential sleeping space. Offers standing room for someone of average height. Bathroom: Contains a walk-in shower, standard fixtures, and a unique tiled backsplash. Bedroom: Features a main bedroom with two windows, a slat wall accent, a chandelier, and a washer/dryer.150