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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 […]

Fall Back Survival Guide: Embracing the Darker Days Without Falling Into the Blues

When the sky starts turning color at 4 p.m. and darkness hits by 5, it’s like a one-two punch to the mood. That post-Daylight Saving Time (DST) drop in light can leave even the sunniest among us reaching for extra caffeine or an early bedtime. It’s like nature just handed us all a ticket to […]

What is the Due Diligence Process When Buying in NYC?

Conducting proper due diligence is a critical step in the New York City real estate buying process. It comes as the final step before the signing of the contract of sale and typically lasts 5-7 business days. Your buyer’s agent has advised you on the type of property, layout, and even some basic flaws. We […]

What to Expect From a Home Inspection

You’ve finally found what seems to be the perfect home. It’s got all your must-haves and some of your nice-to-haves, too. It looks like it’s in excellent condition, but merely looking like it’s in good condition is not enough when it comes to such a huge financial decision. To make sure you’re not buying a […]

Know Your Rights When It Comes To Security Deposits in NYC

If you’re a responsible renter who does a reasonable job with the cleaning and upkeep of your place, getting your security deposit back after move-out day shouldn’t be difficult. Countless New Yorkers can attest, though, that the deposit battle between landlord and tenant can be a fruitless time-suck that feels weighted in favor of the […]

Women-Owned Business Series: Sara from Juniper Wellness

Welcome back to our Women-Owned Business Series! We’re excited to highlight Sara from Juniper Wellness Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine. After witnessing too many women whose issues were not taken seriously by medical professionals, Sara set out to build a wellness community dedicated to healing the root of problematic symptoms. Read about her journey below. First, […]

Beyond the Feel-Good Choice: Why It Makes Sense to Work With a Small Broker

Look, obviously, we’re a bit biased. As an ethics-driven, woman-owned, small business that’s managed to survive in the hypercompetitive New York City real estate market for two decades, urging buyers and sellers to take a chance on a small business is a no-brainer. But you might be surprised by how much sense it makes from […]

NYC Apartment-Hunters: Beware of This Listing Scam

The phrase “scam-based economy” seems to be popping up more frequently in online discourse — and it’s no wonder. Over the past few decades, scamming has become both easier and more lucrative for unscrupulous types given the relative anonymity of the internet. And when scammy internet-driven activity meets the decadent and sometimes shady world of […]

Guide to Dealing with Mold in Your NYC Apartment

Your landlord is responsible for keeping your home and building safe and livable at all times. This is called the “Warranty of Habitability.” Having a record of notifying your landlord makes for a stronger legal case. If your landlord has already been unresponsive to your requests to make repairs, a letter is a great tactic […]