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Sellers: Understand What’s at Stake by Not Listing on the MLS

The Multiple Listing Service (MLS) is the common database used by real estate pros to list properties for sale. It’s the reason you can easily open a map on Realtor, Zillow, or Redfin and look up that property you just drove past. While percentages might vary a bit by source and year, the vast majority […]

An Invaluable Overview for Buyers Concerned About Climate Change

As you may have guessed by reading this blog in the past, we’re big fans of The New York Times breaking down some of the more complicated aspects of New York City real estate for their readers. Their Rent Vs Buy Calculator, for instance, has earned a permanent place in our buyer-education arsenal (but don’t […]

Is Your Apartment Covered By Good Cause Eviction Rules? This New Tool Can Tell You

New York City’s Good Cause Eviction Law has been in effect for a little more than a year now, but too few New Yorkers may be aware of whether their home is covered. Fortunately, a new tool is available from Housing Justice for All and JustFix, two advocacy groups that want to make sure you […]

NYC Renter? It’s Time to Think About Flood Insurance

As independent journalism outlet The City aptly put it, New York is really a “collection of islands”—with more than 520 miles of waterfront! Perhaps that’s easy enough to remember if you’re in a coastal neighborhood, but thanks to a combination of climate change and aging sewage infrastructure, even landlocked neighborhoods are under threat of flooding—especially […]

What Is Going On with NYC Rent Right Now?

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 […]

5 Things to Keep in Mind For Selecting the Right Property Management Firm

When it comes to running a building smoothly, having the right property management firm can make a big difference. A great firm keeps operations seamless, costs under control, and residents happy. The wrong one? That’s where headaches, miscommunication, and surprise expenses creep in. So, how do you know if it’s time for a change—and more […]

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 […]

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 […]