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Erin Nicks

Erin Nicks has been writing for 20 years and is the author of nearly 30 textbooks. She has written for outlets such as NHL.com, Yahoo!, and Red Line Editorial.

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Elevate conference explores limitless boundaries of luxury high-rise living

Erin Nicks December 7, 2023

The luxury high-rise industry is limited only by its imagination was a major theme of the Elevate conference in Miami in early December, an exclusive gathering that explored the art of living in high-rise buildings.
Tiny homes in Casa Grande may solve its housing problem

Erin Nicks December 1, 2023

What does a community do when a neighborhood is built but in-fill space remains? A city in Arizona thinks that tiny homes may be the answer.
Zonda Virtual: The power behind the 2024 Virtual Concept Home by Livabl

Erin Nicks November 29, 2023

Zonda Virtual is the innovative technology is the power behind the 2024 Virtual Concept Home by Livabl.

Today’s buyers are busier than ever before. Taking the time to seek out a community and tour a model home with the family isn’t always practical. The ability to not only explore a home online, but to also experience what the neighborhood will look like in the future, is a welcome revelation for many purchasers.
FirstService Residential’s David Diestel on meeting the demands of today’s luxury high-rise market

Erin Nicks November 16, 2023

As the CEO of FirstService Residential, David Diestel has witnessed the shifting trends in the high-rise luxury market. Luxury buyers demand name recognition, impressive amenities, and immediate service. Diestel’s company aims to bring all these requests and more to today’s high-rise purchasers.
The Condo Store’s Simon Mass on marketing to the luxury high-rise consumer

Erin Nicks November 9, 2023

Simon Mass has a reputation within the building industry that spans across North America. He’s known as the creator of volume pre-construction sales investing for qualified high-net-worth individuals and families.
Explainer: How the NAR lawsuit is changing the home buying experience

Erin Nicks November 9, 2023

The National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) antitrust verdict will have a profound effect on how homes are bought, sold, and commissions are paid. The trial, formally known as the Sitzer/Burnett Commission lawsuit, saw the NAR and major real estate companies unsuccessfully defend themselves in an antitrust case. The judge ruled they conspired to drive real estate commissions higher and levied a fine just north of $1.7 billion, which could be tripled under antitrust legislation.
Zonda’s Adam McAbee on the “wow” factor of branded high-rise residences

Erin Nicks October 27, 2023

Adam McAbee has nearly 30 years of experience analyzing real estate projects and markets, both in the U.S. and around the world. There’s no one better to speak on the data and insights of branded residences in the country.
Edgardo Defortuna on redefining the luxury high-rise experience

Erin Nicks October 19, 2023

Discerning luxury high-rise customers seek out Edgardo Defortuna’s buildings for a reason: With forty years of experience in the business, he knows what buyers want. As president, CEO, and founder of Fortune International Group, Defortuna is the creator of many of the most notable high-rise addresses in Miami.
Propane aims to bring innovation and energy equity to American homeowners

Erin Nicks October 17, 2023

The Propane Energy and Research Council (PERC) celebrated its second annual National Propane Day in early October. PERC believes that a diverse mix of power throughout American homes and businesses improves the quality of life and reduces Americans’ overall carbon footprint.
Elevate conference brings best of high-rise condo living to Miami

Erin Nicks October 3, 2023

Zonda’s new event will shine a light on one of real estate’s most exciting segments, high-rise condo development.
Housing options in Phoenix are diminishing

Erin Nicks September 26, 2023

Are you looking for a home in Phoenix? Get ready for a challenge. RE/MAX released its National Housing Report for August, and the news out of Arizona may shock potential buyers.
29 West by ZenniHome adds 90 stackable homes to downtown Mesa

Erin Nicks September 21, 2023

High-density, small-footprint projects may be a solution to easing the housing shortage in cities such as Phoenix. ZenniHome is leading the charge with its first mid-rise project under the ZenCity name.
Modular homes in Paradise Valley offer a unique spin on luxury living in Scottsdale

Erin Nicks September 21, 2023

A luxury home in a box? It sounds contradictory, but Optima Inc. has made it happen in Phoenix.
The top 10 Builders in Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land

Erin Nicks September 8, 2023

If you’re looking for a home in Texas, you’ll want to know the key players in new home construction. Thanks to exclusive data from Zonda Home, Livabl is sharing the top 10 builders in Houston, The Woodlands, and Sugar Land.
The top 10 builders in Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX

Erin Nicks September 8, 2023

If you’re looking for a home in Texas, you’ll want to know who the key players are in new home construction. Thanks to exclusive data from Zonda Home, Livabl is sharing the top 10 builders in Dallas-Fort Worth and Arlington. There are plenty of options throughout the Metroplex and these 10 builders share nearly 56 percent of the market.
Everything to know about Meritage Homes in Arizona

Erin Nicks August 28, 2023

Searching for a new home in a growing city such as Phoenix is challenging. There are multiple options, and how will a buyer know which one is right for them?

Why not consider a builder with a trusted reputation, local to the area, and committed to quality construction and energy efficiency?

Livabl is shining the spotlight on Meritage Homes — a builder based in the Phoenix metro with over 35 years of experience.