When browsing New York real estate listings, you may come across the phrase “estate sale” attached to a home with an unusually low asking price. While buyers from other parts of the country might associate this term with a high-end garage sale, in New York, it means the property is being sold by ...
The Lower East Side, long celebrated for its rich cultural tapestry and historical role as a haven for immigrant communities in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, remains a dynamic hub for creative expression. Its bohemian spirit endures, bolstered by an array of galleries, performance space...
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After a mid-February slowdown, Manhattan's residential market rebounded with a strong uptick from February 24 - March 2, 2025. The number of contracts signed was the busiest week since June 2024, and allowed February 2025 to end with over 800 deals reported.
While cold weather and political unce...
There are many prestigious buildings in New York City -- from the River House and its notoriously strict co-op board, to the relative newcomer 15 Central Park West, home to numerous stars and business tycoons. But only one New York building holds an almost mythical presence, steeped in old-world ...
The Academy Awards ("Oscars") on Sunday, March 2 will take place at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles, but several 2025 nominees have connections to New York City. Best Actor nominees Timothée Chalemet and Colman Domingo lived in the same Hell’s Kitchen building at the same time (h/t W42ST). Best ...
In real estate listings, terms like "motivated seller" and "priced to sell" are often used to attract potential buyers, but they convey different seller intentions.
A "priced to sell" property is listed below comparable market value to encourage quick interest, especially in competitive markets ...
When perusing Manhattan’s top sales, one phrase frequently comes up: “The buyer [and/or seller] is listed as an LLC.” The acronym stands for limited liability corporation, and New York State defines this as "an unincorporated business organization of one or more persons who have limited liability...
If you’re on the market for a new home, you’ve likely already heard about whisper listings or pocket listings. But whatever you call them, you won’t find these listings on the MLS (multi listing service) or any of the popular real estate listing sites like ours that aggregate data from the MLS be...
While New York City is world-famous for its skyscrapers, yet the city's charm is equally defined by its historic townhouses and brownstones, many dating back to the 19th century. These residences not only offer a glimpse into the city's past but also showcase a rich tapestry of architectural sty...
Whether you’re buying a home with a loan or refinancing an existing mortgage, your lender will likely want your property appraised. The reason is simple: Your home is the bank’s collateral and in order to protect their interest, they need to carefully evaluate the value of your property. While th...
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