How to Think About Monthlies
Buying an apartment in New York City is a unique experience, with monthly fees being a crucial consideration that is unlike buying homes in other regions. These additional costs can significantly impact your overall budget and mortgage eligibility, making it essential...
2nd Quarter Recap and Summer Outlook
As summer hits its peak, we now have the latest real estate data for Manhattan’s second quarter. It’s a great time to take a step back, reflect on where we are, and understand the current leverage dynamics at play. Here’s an update on how the market is trending and...
Be Prepared! What to Do in an Emergency.
Summertime. Anytime. Nothing better than being beach-bound with nothing on your mind but fun and relaxation. Then the unexpected shows up. You never know what might happen – a blackout, an earthquake, a flood! Wherever you are in the world, things happen. It’s ok!...
The Importance of Buyer’s Representation
Recently, there has been growing controversy in the real estate market surrounding the value that buyer's agents bring to transactions. This debate primarily revolves around concerns regarding transparency, conflicts of interest, and the structure of compensation....
Trends Setting Premiums in Today’s NYC Market
Understanding the dynamics of property renovations and the potential value they can bring is crucial for both buyers and sellers alike in today’s real estate market. Renovated properties continue to command a premium, influencing sale prices and market trends....
Real Estate Market Update: May Trends and Insights
As we navigate through the current dynamics, the New York real estate market is experiencing a nuanced dance of activity, marked by both promising signs and lingering uncertainties. In the past month, there has been a modest uptick in real estate activity, including...
Navigating the 2024 Spring Real Estate Market: A Mixed Picture
A little bit up and a little bit down. While supply continues to tick slightly higher week over week, demand (contracts signed) is underperforming. This discrepancy between supply and demand paints a nuanced picture of the 2024 spring season, presenting challenges and...
Unlocking Renovation Potential In Co-ops and Condos
Recently we’ve been discussing the premium many buyers have been putting on move-in ready, renovated properties. With that in mind, you might be thinking - what about those other apartments that require a little more effort? It might be something to consider. We’ve...
1st Quarter 2024 Manhattan Real Estate Update: Signs of Recovery
As we step into the second quarter of 2024, let's take a closer look at the trends shaping the Manhattan real estate landscape. Our most recent 1st Quarter 2024 market report shares insights into the recent performance of our current market. Pricing Trends...
Spring Has Sprung!
It is hard to believe that we are two weeks away from the end of the 1st quarter. Spring is here after a relatively mild winter, so we have nothing to complain about! Can we complain about the residential real estate market? Yes and no. For sure it has been slower...
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