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 […]
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’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 […]
On Saturdays and Sundays in March, we are hosting Ellipsis Rare Books in a pop-up shop! Described as, “Purveyors of words on paper specializing in rare, unusual, and out-of-print books relating to occultism, spiritualism, weird fiction, folklore, art, and formerly forbidden knowledge from Alchemy to Zen,” Ellipsis Rare Books boasts an eclectic collection that we […]
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 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 […]
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! […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
