by Janet Wilkinson and Susan LeFevre | May 30, 2025 | blog
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,...
by Janet Wilkinson and Susan LeFevre | May 15, 2025 | blog
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...
by Janet Wilkinson and Susan LeFevre | May 1, 2025 | blog
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...
by Janet Wilkinson and Susan LeFevre | Apr 15, 2025 | blog
As the Spring Market picks up speed, Manhattan real estate is showing solid performance—but broader financial markets are introducing new variables that could shape what comes next. Mortgage rates have ticked back up. Treasury yields are swinging. And liquidity is...
by Janet Wilkinson and Susan LeFevre | Mar 31, 2025 | blog
In a groundbreaking move starting January 2025, New York City pioneered congestion pricing within its central business district (CBD), setting a precedent for urban traffic management in the United States. This initiative aimed not only to alleviate congestion but...
