‘Dracula’ Star Bela Lugosi’s Former L.A. Rental Hits the Market for the First Time in 50 Years

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'Dracula' Star Bela Lugosi's Former L.A. Rental Hits the Market for the First Time in 50 Years

At another time, the Spanish Revival villa was home to the composer of Frank Sinatra's hit "Come Fly With Me." Read More

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Global Buyers Can Own Coastal Land in NZ

Lot 15 at Ōmarino is one of the only coastal lifestyle sections in New Zealand available to global buyers. With 14.875 acres, sweeping views across Parorenui Bay, Te Korowhiti Rock and Waipiro Bay, native forest surrounds, private marina access, guest accommodation and OIA exemption, it's a rare opportunity to own freehold land in one of New Zealand's most exclusive communities.

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Luxury Homes Pop up on Saudi Arabian Island

Laheq Island, off the shore of Saudi Arabia, is bringing hundreds of luxury homes to the Red Sea. Developed by Red Sea Global, owned by Saudi Arabia's US$1 trillion sovereign wealth fund, the residences are part of a $27 billion property development that will include 528 villas and 221 apartments along the coast. Designed as a green community for the ultrawealthy, prices for apartments on Laheq Island start at 5.5 million riyals (US$1.5 million) with villas starting at 18 million riyals and going as high as 150 million riyals. Gulf News

Pro Golfer Cameron Smith Buys A$10 million Penthouse in Brisbane

Professional golfer Cameron Smith has purchased a A$10 million (US$6.62 million) penthouse in his hometown of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia. The three-bedroom, three-bathroom unit has views of the Brisbane River and city skyline, an open living and dining, a warm neutral color palette and a rooftop terrace with a pool. Domain

U.K. Officials Consider Allowing Stamp Duty Payments, Rather Than Lump Sum

A proposal that would spread stamp duty, or property tax, payments across several years has been floated by the U.K. Treasury in advance of discussions about the country's annual budget. The suggested change would allow home buyers to make smaller annual tax payments rather than having to pay them in one lump sum after purchasing the home. The details of the proposal—a potential boost to the housing market—are still under discussion. CityAM

Saadiyat Island Villa Sells for AED 400 million, a Record for Abu Dhabi

A beachfront villa on Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi has sold for AED 400 million (US$109 million)—the most expensive residential sale in the emirate's history, according to Aldar, its developer. Located within the Faya Al Saadiyat development, the eight-bedroom home offers a gallery for car collections with display and storage facilities, a golf simulator, a private cinema, a wellness center and a waterfront pool. Salon Privé Magazine

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An Infamous Cube on Lake Michigan Gets a $1.5 Million Home Renovation [The Wall Street Journal]

Why 'Resting' Your Property From the Market Improves the Chance of a Sale [The Times of London]

'Today' Star Dylan Dreyer Finds Buyer for $2 Million New York Home—2 Months After Split From Husband Brian Fichera [Realtor.com]

How Retired Aussies Can Help Housing Crisis With Cars [news.com.au]

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