Co-op Maintenance: Why the Monthly Number Isn’t Always What You Expect

If you’ve ever looked at Manhattan co-op listings and wondered why one apartment’s maintenance is $2,000 a month while another seemingly comparable unit is $4,000 or more, you’re not alone. This is one of those parts of NYC real estate that can catch buyers off guard...

The NYC Real Estate Market in February: The On-Ramp to Spring

February has always been the ramp-up month into the New York City spring real estate market, which traditionally begins March 1st.  The first half of February tends to feel early and tentative. The second half? That’s when we often see trends begin to shift. After...

Manhattan & Brooklyn Market Pulse: Early Signs of a Spring Shift?

As we enter February, the Manhattan and Brooklyn real estate markets find themselves at a familiar crossroads—somewhere between hesitation and momentum. Buyers remain cautious, sellers remain selective, and yet, quietly, the market is beginning to stir. Manhattan:...

Manhattan 2025 Year in Review: Neutral, Selective, and Surprisingly Resilient

As the year starts and we look back at 2025, Manhattan real estate feels less like a market in crisis and more like one moving through a long, drawn-out transition. Prices have been remarkably stable, supply has worked its way down to levels we last saw around 2015,...
What does the presidential win mean for NYC?

What does the presidential win mean for NYC?

After the mayhem of the election, it is time to evaluate what the Biden presidency will mean for New York City. The pandemic has left the City’s finances in a precarious state, and higher taxes are inevitable regardless of who is in the White House. A democratic...

Everything You Need to Know About Today’s Mortgage Rates

Everything You Need to Know About Today’s Mortgage Rates

Mortgage rates are at an all time low! Mortgage rates are at historic lows.  Whether you are a buyer or currently have a mortgage, check in with your mortgage banker. You never know how much you can save until you ask! You never know how much you can save until you...

New York City Real Estate Inventory is Trending Upwards

New York City Real Estate Inventory is Trending Upwards

Real Estate professionals are on the front line to guide you.  We are sifting through the data available and making projections. All information points to NYC being a buying opportunity. While a lot needs to be sorted out regarding workplaces, schools, restaurants and...

New York City Real Estate Buyers Guide

New York City Real Estate Buyers Guide

Buying a home in New York City is one of the most important life decisions you will make. Whether you're a first-time buyer or not, it's important to be armed with the right information to help you find the right home for you and your family, for the best price. The...

Supply Increases in the New York City Real Estate Market

Supply Increases in the New York City Real Estate Market

There’s a lot of information circling around out there about New York City. Should I stay? Should I Go? This is ultimately something people have to decide for themselves and whether or not it's right for their family. What we do know is that New York City has come...

The New York City Real Estate Market Shows Optimistic Signs!

The New York City Real Estate Market Shows Optimistic Signs!

The New York City real estate market continues to resume with best practices for health, safety and social distancing guidelines in place since reopening on June 22nd. So, what do we think about where the market stands so far? We continue to be optimistic! Pending...

The Power to Persevere

The Power to Persevere

We are living outside our comfort zones.  As we all navigate through these trying times, let’s stay positive and know that we will get through this….together. These powerful words have brought us comfort so we share them with you. There are two days in every week...

March is Women’s History Month

March is Women’s History Month

Every year the U.S. recognizes March as Women’s History Month. The theme of Women’s History Month 2020 is “Valiant Women of the Vote,” honoring those who fought for suffrage rights for women. A fitting theme in this election year where we saw a record number of female...

The Plastic Bag Ban is Coming to New York

The Plastic Bag Ban is Coming to New York

The Plastic Bag Ban Begins March 1 Beginning March 1st, retailers statewide are prohibited from handing out single-use plastic bags, in accordance with the legislature's ban on the bags last year. New York is now among eight states that have banned plastic bags. In...

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