Cruising into the Summer Slowdown

The New York City housing market has been showing signs of a shift since late March to early April, marking what appears to be the start of a new trend—likely influenced by broader economic uncertainty. The market was performing steadily until around April 2nd, when...

FARE Act: Big Changes Ahead for Tenants and Landlords in NYC

If you’ve been following the headlines, you’ve probably heard about the FARE Act—short for the Fairness in Apartment Rental Expenses Act. Passed by the City Council in November 2024, this new law is set to change how broker fees work in New York City’s rental market,...

Refresher on the Buyer-Broker Agreement Rules in New York

If you’re starting your home search, here’s what a Buyer-Broker Agreement means for you—and why it could work in your favor. In August 2024, anyone working with a licensed real estate agent in New York State must sign a buyer-broker agreement before viewing any...

A Shifting Market – Manhattan and Brooklyn Real Estate Update

As we end April, the Manhattan and Brooklyn real estate markets are showing signs of change. Here’s a detailed look at what's been happening:   Manhattan Market Overview Supply and Demand Dynamics: Supply in Manhattan decreased by 2.5% for the month as of April...
What Will Our New Normal Look Like?

What Will Our New Normal Look Like?

If you follow the New York City real estate market, it is clear to see the shift that is most certainly upon us. With six months of 2022 behind us, the question becomes, what’s ahead of us.   In order to answer this question, it is important to understand that...

Should I List or Should I Wait?

Should I List or Should I Wait?

As the Manhattan real estate market continues to shift back to pre-pandemic seasonality, we’re starting to see some interesting trends that could be good for both buyers and sellers.   First, let’s look at the overall U.S....

Is the Window for Buyers Opening?

Is the Window for Buyers Opening?

Memorial Day weekend usually signals the peak of the spring market. As we head into the summer months, we are seeing some signs of the hectic pace of the market through last year slowing. However, this doesn’t signal a major crash or downturn. What we’re seeing is...

Is the Spring Market Peaking?

Is the Spring Market Peaking?

We’re just about reaching the peak of the spring market, which is one of the busiest seasons in Manhattan real estate. As we continue to navigate the post-Covid lockdown market, we’re still seeing a surge in demand from buyers. As mortgage interest rates continue to...

What to Expect in New York City Real Estate

What to Expect in New York City Real Estate

At the start of the year, the real estate market in New York City showed signs of returning to some normal seasonal trends. This is after two years of unprecedented fluctuations caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.  The market remains on a steady course, and while we are...

The Manhattan Real Estate Market Report: Q1

The Manhattan Real Estate Market Report: Q1

The Manhattan real estate market has been on quite a ride for the last two years. The COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent recovery have made for some interesting marketing dynamics since 2020. However, what we’re seeing now are signs that we may be getting back to more...

Spring is in the air! How is the market responding?

Spring is in the air! How is the market responding?

The weather may still feel like winter, but we are finally in the midst of the spring market! Historically, March and April are the two biggest listings months, outside of September. So, how is the spring market shaping up in 2022? Well, the short answer is, it...

Interest Rates on the Upswing

Interest Rates on the Upswing

As predicted, interest rates are now increasing.  Interest rates retreated from 2022 peaks but ticked up last week as the Ukraine invasion by Russia escalates and grows more uncertain. However, there were other big developments here at home that erased a good portion...

The Brooklyn Report

The Brooklyn Report

Let’s start with this: Brooklyn is not only a super-hot market, but it is now producing inventory of a quality and price point that rivals all but the very top of the high end in Manhattan. Consider this listing: At $4,300 per square foot, it is still a far cry from...

LET US GET YOU STARTED ON BUYING YOUR HOME.

CONTACT THE WILKINSON LeFEVRE TEAM TODAY

Signup for our newsletter