Comparing mortgage loans is one of the smartest things you can do to ensure you’re making an informed decision about a financial matter that will affect your life for years to come—maybe decades. Put it that way and it only makes sense to sit through some uncomfortable conversations with a few loan officers. But don’t […]
Unlike a last-second squeeze through the closing doors of the uptown Q train, selling a home isn’t something you can rush. But, if you’re like most homeowners, you probably aren’t even sure where to start. We’ve broken down the steps for you: WHAT TO DO NOW OR VERY SOON Pick a date If you’re in […]
Thinking about selling? Give us a call to tell us a bit more about your property and we’ll offer you a free valuation, plus current comps, and a personalized sales plan. Brooklyn real estate has changed—but we’ll guide you through it. Indulge us in a quick history lesson! Once upon a time, small neighborhood brokers […]
As the country adapts to changes in day-to-day life and new routines, we’re doing the same here at Realty Collective—making conscious choices that prioritize the health and safety of our team and clients while navigating this new normal. Much of our work goes on as usual—yes, people are still buying, renting, and selling!—but we’ve instituted […]
OK, we were surprised, too. But what at first sounds ridiculous can actually be pretty quickly connected to this week’s decision by the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates by half of a percent as an effort to head off the potential negative effects of the coronavirus on the economy. And while you might be […]
Brooklyn Bridge is our new series featuring our clients’ real stories of what buying in Brooklyn is really like. Buying a home anywhere is a challenge. But buying in Brooklyn is a true journey. Finding that just-right combination of affordability, location, style, and livability can sometimes feel overwhelming. That’s why we wanted to bring you […]
Sooner or later, most home buyers learn that even their perfect property isn’t always perfect the day they get the keys. Making a home your own can mean anything from small projects like repainting an accent wall to a complete home renovation. That latter scenario was the case for a family who fell in love […]
Don’t Get Cat Fished! Common Mistakes Buyers Should Not Make Having an advocate by your side is an invaluable resource in your Brooklyn real estate search, since it can be easy to miss something when you don’t have a seasoned professional by your side. Even in the Google era, online savvy can’t replace agent experience […]
With home prices skyrocketing in the Carroll Gardens area over the last couple of decades, estate planning has become a topic of major importance amongst families in the area. Homes that were bought by middle class folks at a relatively reasonable price many years ago are now worth 3 and 4 million dollars. In 2014 […]
Don’t Get Apartment Catfished! For the most part, people usually learn from their mistakes. It’s why we believe having a tenant advocate is a valuable resource in your search for a space. Unethical brokers and landlord use easy to fall for industry traps that could snare first-time renters in. Working with a seasoned professional that has […]
