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Upper West Side Townhouse Q2 2024 Market Report
Market Report
Upper West Side Townhouse Q2 2024 Market Report

On the Upper West Side, we observed a distinct trend that diverges from the citywide patterns. Specifically, the volume of sales increased slightly while

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Harlem Brownstone Q2 2024 Market Report
Market Report
Harlem Brownstone Q2 2024 Market Report

The Harlem brownstone market has seen an increase in sales activity since this time last year. In Q2 2024, sales volume increased 61.33% from Q2 2023 and a

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Discover Your Dream Home: Explore Apartments for Sale on the Upper West Side
Buyer Guide
Discover Your Dream Home: Explore Apartments for Sale on the Upper West Side

Are you searching for your dream home in one of New York City’s most sought-after neighborhoods? Look no further than the Upper West Side in Manhattan, NY.

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The Ultimate Guide to Finding the Perfect Upper West Side Real Estate Agent
Buyer Guide
The Ultimate Guide to Finding the Perfect Upper West Side Real Estate Agent

Welcome to the ultimate guide on finding the perfect Upper West Side real estate agent. Whether you’re buying, selling, or renting a property in this prime Manhattan neighborhood, choosing the right agent is paramount for a stress-free experience.

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Sell My House Fast: Expert Tips to Attract Buyers and Get the Best Deal
Seller Guide
Sell My House Fast: Expert Tips to Attract Buyers and Get the Best Deal

Selling your house fast and getting the best deal is achievable with the right knowledge and strategies. Click here to learn more.

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What Is My House Worth? A Simple Guide.
Seller Guide
What Is My House Worth? A Simple Guide.

Are you wondering what your house is worth? Whether you’re selling, or just want to know your net worth, knowing your house value is key. Learn more.

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The Ultimate Guide to Finding the Best Harlem Realtor for Your Dream Home
Buyer Guide
The Ultimate Guide to Finding the Best Harlem Realtor for Your Dream Home

Looking for a qualified Harlem realtor? Look no more, check out this article to understand the best practices for picking a Harlem realtor.

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Manhattan Brownstone Q1 2024 Market Report
Market Report
Manhattan Brownstone Q1 2024 Market Report

Manhattan brownstone market report Q1 2024 with insights on pricing, inventory and trends shaping the NYC real estate market.

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Harlem Brownstone Q1 2024 Market Report
Market Report
Harlem Brownstone Q1 2024 Market Report

Harlem brownstone market report Q1 2024 with insights on pricing, sales activity and trends shaping the NYC townhouse market.

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Top Harlem New York Townhouses With Elevators
Neighborhoods
Top Harlem New York Townhouses With Elevators

Discover the rare gems of Harlem: renovated townhouses with private elevators! Click link to see more!

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Manhattan Brownstone Q3 2023 Market Report
Market Report
Manhattan Brownstone Q3 2023 Market Report

Year-over-year, sales and dollar volume of Manhattan townhouses are down, but impressively pricing remains flat. Click here to learn more.

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Top 10 Most Expensive Sold Brownstones in Harlem
Neighborhoods
Top 10 Most Expensive Sold Brownstones in Harlem

Discover the standout brownstones in Harlem that not only boast unique styles, but also command top prices.

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Harlem Brownstone Q3 2023 Market Report
Market Report
Harlem Brownstone Q3 2023 Market Report

The Harlem brownstone market has seen a significant downturn in the last three years. Click here to learn more...

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How to Find Brownstones in New York City for Sale
Buyer Guide
How to Find Brownstones in New York City for Sale

Click this link to discover the top 4 ways to find on and off market brownstones in New York City for sale. 1 or 2 of them might surpise you!

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Brownstones in New York City: Complete Guide
Buyer Guide
Brownstones in New York City: Complete Guide

If you're looking to buy a brownstones in New York City, this informational guide has what you need to know about brownstones.

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House Hacking Your NYC Brownstone
Investing
House Hacking Your NYC Brownstone

If you own or are thinking of buying a New York City Brownstone, there are three main ways to begin house hacking. Click here to learn more!

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How are High Interest Rates Affecting the Value of Your Brownstone?
Market Insight
How are High Interest Rates Affecting the Value of Your Brownstone?

Click here to learn how high interest rates will impact your brownstone purchase. 

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How to Find a Townhouse With Garage or Parking
Buyer Guide
How to Find a Townhouse With Garage or Parking

Discover your dream townhouse in New York City without breaking the bank on parking! We understand that parking in the city can be costly, but fear not. We're here to guide you toward finding a townhouse with a garage.

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Selling Your Brownstone with Tenants Still There
Seller Guide
Selling Your Brownstone with Tenants Still There

Selling your property while tenants are living there can be tricky, but there can also be some advantages. Click here to learn more!

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Making Your Brownstone Energy Efficient
Ownership
Making Your Brownstone Energy Efficient

One way that is becoming popular to increase energy efficiency and increase the air quality in your home is to adopt the principles of Passive Housing.

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A Timeline for Renovating Your Brownstone
Ownership
A Timeline for Renovating Your Brownstone

If you are planning on renovating a Brownstone, give yourself plenty of time and follow this guide for a rough idea of how long it will take and how best to most effectively and efficiently move through the process.

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Why You Should Buy a Brownstone Instead of Renting in NYC
Buyer Guide
Why You Should Buy a Brownstone Instead of Renting in NYC

Find out the secrets to buying a brownstone in a high interest rate environment.

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Are NFTs About to Go Mainstream in Real Estate?
Market Insight
Are NFTs About to Go Mainstream in Real Estate?

Click here to learn how to buy real estate on the block chain.

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Why Brownstone Co-Ownership Makes Sense in a Rising Interest Rate Environment
Co-Ownership
Why Brownstone Co-Ownership Makes Sense in a Rising Interest Rate Environment

Click here to learn how to buy a brownstone through co-ownership.

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Owner Financing for your Brownstone
Financing
Owner Financing for your Brownstone

Click here to learn how to purchase a brownstone in a high interest rate environment.

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Inflation and Multi Unit Brownstone Investments
Investing
Inflation and Multi Unit Brownstone Investments

Click here to learn how to invest in brownstones.

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What to Do With Inherited Property
Seller Guide
What to Do With Inherited Property

Depending on your circumstances, inheriting property in New York can either be the biggest blessing or the biggest headache. Click here to learn more.

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Rent Control v. Rent Stabilization
Ownership
Rent Control v. Rent Stabilization

It is estimated that over 1,000,000 apartments in New York City are characterized as rent-regulated. Rent-regulated apartments fall into two categories, rent-controlled and rent-stabilized. Click here to learn more.

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Everything You Need to Know About Buying and Selling Probate Property In New York City
Seller Guide
Everything You Need to Know About Buying and Selling Probate Property In New York City

Click here to discover everything you need to know about a probate sale, whether you are the buyer or the seller.

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Taxes When Selling a Home in New York: What to Know
Seller Guide
Taxes When Selling a Home in New York: What to Know

Learn about taxes when selling a home in New York, including capital gains, exemptions and 1031 exchange strategies to reduce your tax liability.

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Why Foreign Buyers Should Consider Buying a Brownstone?
Buyer Guide
Why Foreign Buyers Should Consider Buying a Brownstone?

Cloick here to discover the top reasons why foreign buyers should consider buying a brownstone in New York City.

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Top Ways to Purchase a Brownstone with Crypto in New York City
Financing
Top Ways to Purchase a Brownstone with Crypto in New York City

Owning a beautiful Brownstone in New York City is a dream come true for most people. Characteristically, Brownstones are unique and arguably one of NYC’s best real estate investments.

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The Benefit of Townhouse Co-Living In New York City
Co-Ownership
The Benefit of Townhouse Co-Living In New York City

In a place like NYC, where real estate is costly, and inventory is limited,  more landlords should consider the numerous benefits of offering townhouse co-living housing to their residents.  Click here to learn more!

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Co-Ownership and Resolving Property Disputes in New York City
Co-Ownership
Co-Ownership and Resolving Property Disputes in New York City

In New York City, where the cost of living is relatively high compared to other cities in the country, co-ownership of property is quite common.

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Co-Ownership in NYC: Pros and Cons
Co-Ownership
Co-Ownership in NYC: Pros and Cons

Click here to lean the various advantages and disadvantages of co-ownership in NYC.

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NYC’s Hot Real Estate Market after Covid-19
Market Insight
NYC’s Hot Real Estate Market after Covid-19

The economic center of the country lost out on billions of dollars in income and foreshadowed a downturning real estate market.

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New York Says Goodbye to Rental Discounts
Market Insight
New York Says Goodbye to Rental Discounts

When hoards of tenants all across the city fled to the suburbs and more ideal living situations amid the Covid-19 pandemic, landlords felt the blow. Now, as the city attempts a return to normalcy, it’s the renters taking the heat.

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The Case for Buying a Townhouse Over a Condo or Co-op in NYC
Buyer Guide
The Case for Buying a Townhouse Over a Condo or Co-op in NYC

The overwhelming majority of property sales in Manhattan and Brooklyn are for co-op and condo apartments. Apartment living comes with several benefits.

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Top 7 Things to Check Before Making a Brownstone Purchase
Buyer Guide
Top 7 Things to Check Before Making a Brownstone Purchase

Click here to learn how to avoid making costly mistakes when buying a brownstone in New York City.

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The Ins and Out of Using Co-Ownership to Purchase a New York City Brownstone
Co-Ownership
The Ins and Out of Using Co-Ownership to Purchase a New York City Brownstone

Co-ownership is an excellent option to achieve homeownership in New York City. Click here to learn more.

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Guide: Everything You Need to Know About Purchasing a Multi-family Townhouse and Renting it Out
Investing
Guide: Everything You Need to Know About Purchasing a Multi-family Townhouse and Renting it Out

Are you an investor considering investing in a townhouse and becoming a landlord in New York City? If so, this guide is for you.

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5 Reasons to Buy Real Estate in Today’s Market
Market Insight
5 Reasons to Buy Real Estate in Today’s Market

To say that 2020 has been a challenging year, would be an understatement. Particularly, with the majority of the country being forced to shelter-in-place amid the global coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic,

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You Still Have Time To Invest In Qualified Opportunity Zones in NYC
Investing
You Still Have Time To Invest In Qualified Opportunity Zones in NYC

Looking for a smart Opportunity Zone investment in Harlem?

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What Awaits the NYC Real Estate Market Post-Pandemic?
Market Insight
What Awaits the NYC Real Estate Market Post-Pandemic?

New York City Realtors, real estate agents, brokers, and other professionals in the real estate business are waiting for the day they can begin conducting normal open houses and showings again.

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5 Signs the Housing Market Is Recovering After COVID-19
Market Insight
5 Signs the Housing Market Is Recovering After COVID-19

When the World Health Organization declared the novel Coronavirus (COIVD- 19) a global pandemic, on March11, 2020, every aspect of American’s lives were affected in one way or another.

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Demystifying the Reopening of NYC and What it Means for Real Estate
Market Insight
Demystifying the Reopening of NYC and What it Means for Real Estate

On June 8, 2020, New York City entered Phase 1 of a four-part reopening plan since the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak was declared a global pandemic by the World Health Organization. The city and state have been under a stay-at-home order since March 22, 2020

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Mortgage Rate Drops to Historic Lows!!
Financing
Mortgage Rate Drops to Historic Lows!!

In the last week, mortgage rates have gotten even more affordable and have reached an all-time low. As stay-at-home orders are beginning to lift across the nation, this is music to the ears of many potential homebuyers who were already considering purchasing a home before the Coronavirus pandemic hit the US.

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Top 4 Reasons to Invest in Multi-family Properties Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic
Investing
Top 4 Reasons to Invest in Multi-family Properties Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic

Spearheaded by the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) global pandemic, there is a great deal of uncertainty surrounding the current economic climate.

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Why Townhouses Make Sense During and Post COVID-19?
Buyer Guide
Why Townhouses Make Sense During and Post COVID-19?

At the moment, space and personal privacy are two commodities in rarer supply for New York apartment residents than toilet paper and hand sanitizer during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Understanding NYC SRO Laws: How to Convert an SRO Townhouse to a Class A Property
Investing
Understanding NYC SRO Laws: How to Convert an SRO Townhouse to a Class A Property

New York’s emerging neighborhoods hold a wealth of deals for savvy buyers, from opportunity zone investments to newly trending co-living operations. But not all opportunities benefit new owners.

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The Upside of a Down Market: Why Now is the Time to Upsize to a Harlem Townhouse
Market Insight
The Upside of a Down Market: Why Now is the Time to Upsize to a Harlem Townhouse

If you’re a homeowner in New York City, the tepid real estate market might have you cringing at the thought of losing value on your investment -- but there’s a silver lining to a cooling market that can put you ahead in the long-term, both financially and emotionally.

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Is Co-Living the New SRO? How to Leverage This Trend for a Greater ROI
Investing
Is Co-Living the New SRO? How to Leverage This Trend for a Greater ROI

For many New Yorkers, the biggest challenge of city living isn’t the subway at rush hour or late nights at the office; it’s finding a place to live.

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Harlem’s Multi-Family Townhouses Are Opportunity Zone Hidden Gem
Investing
Harlem’s Multi-Family Townhouses Are Opportunity Zone Hidden Gem

More than a year after the IRS introduced “Opportunity Zones” -- a chance to defer, reduce or even eliminate tax on capital gains by investing in under-developed and low-income neighborhoods --

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How to Price a Harlem Townhouse
Seller Guide
How to Price a Harlem Townhouse

What Harlem Homeowners Can Take from the Record-Setting $27 Million Townhouse Listing

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