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No Power Tools? No Problem. Your Library Card Has You Covered

Nov 12, 2025 ,,,,,,,,

When we talk about living in Brooklyn—really living here—we’re not just talking square footage and subway access. We’re talking about making a space your own, even if that space is a tiny rental with plaster walls and unpredictable wiring. And if you’ve ever found yourself staring down a DIY project and wishing you had a […]

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Beyond Romance: Why More Buyers Are Teaming Up to Afford a Home

Nov 12, 2025 ,,,,,,,

The housing landscape in the U.S.—and especially here in Brooklyn—has shifted dramatically in recent years. Between sky-high prices, persistent inventory shortages, and economic shifts that have made it harder for individuals to compete, buyers are getting creative. Increasingly, that means teaming up—with friends, siblings, or other non-romantic partners—to buy homes together. A recent NPR piece […]

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

Jun 11, 2025 ,,,,,,,

A recent report from Gothamist raised an uncomfortable truth: as many as 30% of the pipes delivering water to New York City homes may still be made of lead. 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. Lead exposure, especially […]

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What Is Going On with NYC Rent Right Now?

May 06, 2025 ,,,,,,,,

What’s going on with you these days? Feeling a little unstable? Seeking security in routine and predictability? Standing still while prices go up all around you? Such is the current human condition in New York City—so why should real estate be any different?  February’s median Manhattan rent reached its highest rate in more than two […]

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Red Hook Finally Has a Local Bank! – Welcome

Feb 12, 2025 ,,,,,,,,,,

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 […]

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What You Need to Know About New York’s Good Cause Eviction Law

May 10, 2024 ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

Thanks to the new Good Cause Eviction Law, many New Yorkers are now protected from eviction or big rent hikes as of April 20th. What this means is that landlords must have a good reason to evict a market-rate tenant, and are now required to justify raising a tenant’s rent by a certain threshold. (Previously, […]

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Understanding the Rise in NYC Housing Costs: A Decade of Growth

Apr 26, 2024 ,,,,,,,,,,

Over the past decade, the landscape of New York City’s housing market has undergone significant transformation, with costs surging by a staggering 68%. According to a recent report, this rise, the highest jump across the United States, undoubtedly impacts the lives of countless NYC residents. However, understanding the factors behind this increase can illuminate the […]

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The Future of Real Estate Commissions – What You Need to Know

Apr 10, 2024 ,,,,,,,,,

The real estate landscape is on the cusp of a significant transformation, particularly in how real estate commissions are structured. Recent developments have sparked conversations, and perhaps even excitement, among home sellers and buyers alike. Headlines touting slashed real estate commissions and the promise of cheaper home-selling costs have flooded our news feeds. But amidst […]

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Healthcare’s New Frontier: A Critical Move for Women in 2024

Mar 15, 2024

In 2024, the landscape of healthcare is shifting dramatically, especially for women pursuing maternal health services and fertility treatments. Recent legislation in Alabama has sparked a nationwide conversation about access to essential healthcare services, shining a light on the challenges and decisions many women face. With the Alabama Supreme Court ruling that frozen embryos are […]

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Victoria Alexander on City Watch

Feb 26, 2024 ,,,,,,

Catch Victoria Alexander in discussion with hosts Jeff Simmons and Carlos Menchaca on City Watch about the impact of the cruise industry on the Red Hook community. Listen here!

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