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,...
Get Ready For Longer Lines at the DMV!

Get Ready For Longer Lines at the DMV!

As if a trip to the DMV wasn't stressful enough, get ready for longer lines and wait times at your local Department of Motor Vehicles. Starting October 1, 2020, every U.S. air traveler will be required to present a Real ID-compliant license, or another acceptable form...

The New Grad’s Guide to Renting in NYC

The New Grad’s Guide to Renting in NYC

Congratulations Graduates!  Welcome to New York City! A move takes planning especially during the summer months which is the busiest time for renting in NYC.  With advanced preparation, the rental process can be easier.  You should give yourself 30 to 45 days to...

Where to Spend Mother’s Day in NYC!

Where to Spend Mother’s Day in NYC!

Take care of your Mom or someone special on Mother’s Day! It’s warm again which means it’s time to spend as much time outdoors as possible. Here's a few great places you can enjoy a meal in one of New York City’s beautiful park restaurants for Mother’s Day! Ellington...

What You Need to Know About the NYS Transfer and Mansion Tax Changes

What You Need to Know About the NYS Transfer and Mansion Tax Changes

What constitutes a mansion in New York City? For the past several decades, buyers of residential property in New York City have had to pay a surcharge of 1% on all sales for over $1 million; that surcharge is known as the “Mansion Tax.” At the time it was imposed, the...

Our Favorite Things To Do in NYC

Our Favorite Things To Do in NYC

It's no secret that New York City is one of the most exciting places to live. With culture, shopping, world-famous restaurants, and iconic architecture, there's never an opportunity to get bored in this city. Since we live and breathe all things New York, we wanted to...

How to Navigate the 2019 Buyers’ Market

How to Navigate the 2019 Buyers’ Market

By the end of 2018, New York City real estate had shifted into a buyers market. 2019 is shaping up to be much of the same. What do buyers and sellers need to know in this climate? Read more.

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