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Red Hook Finally Has a Local Bank! – Welcome

Red Hook residents no longer have to travel to obtain affordable banking services!  At Realty Collective, we are thrilled to welcome Spring Bank to Red Hook—bringing accessible, transparent, and community-focused banking right to our doorstep! Realty Collective is honored to have worked with Spring Bank to help them secure their place in Red Hook. A […]

Women-Owned Business Series: Leyla from LilyFête

Welcome back to our Women-Owned Business Series! Today we’re highlighting Leyla from LilyFête, a floral design company based here in New York City! With a background in fashion and photography, Lily channeled her creative passion into floral design, creating stunning, nature-inspired arrangements that elevate events and bring people together. Read more about her journey below! […]

Women-Owned Business Series: Jac from Honeybees Group

Welcome back to our Women-Owned Business Series! Today we’re highlighting Jac from Honeybees Group, a sales training company dedicated to helping female founders grow their businesses through confident, founder-led sales. With over 20 years of experience in sales and business development, she saw a gap in the market—so many talented women starting businesses without the […]

What the Broker Fee Changes Mean For You

New York City’s City Council recently passed the FARE Act, meaning tenants are no longer responsible for paying broker fees. Instead, that cost will now be passed on to landlords or management companies and most tenants will no longer have to foot the bill. Let’s take a closer look at what that means for you. […]

What You Should Know About The ‘Wild West’ of Broker Agreements

The role of brokers in New York City is changing quickly – and while many argue these changes will benefit New Yorkers, it’s still vital to be a smart consumer. We’ve already discussed what the City Council’s recent passage of the FARE Act means for renters (an end to footing the bill for broker’s fees […]

Here’s How To Find Out If You Have Lead Pipes

As much as 30% of the pipes delivering water to New Yorkers may be made of lead, reported Gothamist this week. And while those odds may be in your favor, it’s certainly more comforting to know for sure whether your building’s pipes are affected. Fortunately, you have a few tools at your disposal. You can […]

It’s Heat Season in NYC: Here’s How to Deal With No Heat (Or Too Much)

It’s Heat Season in New York City! And while you may not have had to break out the extra warm gear just yet, your building is still obligated to follow the law. If outdoor temps drop below 55 degrees between 6 AM and 10 PM, the heat must be on, and your apartment should be […]

A Tenant’s Guide to the Unique NYC Pet Law Would-be Pet Owners May Not Know

New York City is a tough town full of tough people – tough people who really, really just want to snuggle on the couch with their pet after a long day. The city’s Economic Development Corporation says there are some 1.1 million pets in the city, but what do they know? (Seriously, do they know […]

Women-Owned Business Series: Elizabeth from Elizabeth Cotton

Welcome back to our Women-Owned Business Series! Today we’re highlighting Elizabeth from Elizabeth Cotton, a luxury sleepwear brand made right here in NYC. After struggling to find comfortable pajamas with high quality material, Elizabeth took the matter into her own hands. Read more about her journey below! First, tell us about your business and anything […]

Women-Owned Business Series: Addie from Radiant Order

Welcome back to our Women-Owned Business Series! We’re happy to highlight Addie from Radiant Order, a organizing service dedicated to building reliable organizational systems for creatives. Working in both residential and professional environments, Addie brings her special expertise and passion to each of her projects. Read more below! First, tell us about your business and […]