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Navigating Home Loans and Renovation Financing in NYC: A Comprehensive Guide

If you’re considering buying a property in New York City, you may have noticed that fully updated apartments are often priced higher and are in high demand, getting snatched up swiftly. Especially in today’s market, pandemic-induced supply chain issues have further boosted the appeal of move-in ready apartments due to delays in renovation materials and […]

How to Prepare Your Brooklyn Apartment for a Fresh Start after Pet Occupancy

Allowing tenants to have pets is a great way to boost your number of renters. However, it can also add difficulty when it comes to cleaning between tenants. Cleaning and maintenance can be challenging without pets. Here are some helpful tips to make this process easier and less expensive for you and your current and […]

Safeguarding Your Property: Detecting Fraudulent, Expired, or Canceled Certificates of Insurance

When it comes to property management and renovations, a genuine and up-to-date Certificate of Insurance (COI) is your safety net. Beyond detecting fraudulent COIs, ensuring that the policy is current and has yet to be canceled or expired is equally crucial. Contractors sometimes acquire a policy for documentation purposes, only to cancel it later. You […]

Understanding Normal Wear and Tear in Your Brooklyn Apartment

Moving to a new place in Brooklyn involves more than just the excitement of a fresh start; it entails a financial commitment that can add up quickly. The expenses can become daunting between broker’s fees, first and last month’s rent, hiring movers, and possibly purchasing new furniture. However, the silver lining lies in the return […]

How to Get Involved in Your Local Brooklyn Community Gardens

If you’re living in Brooklyn, you might be interested in exploring and contributing to the vibrant community garden scene connecting the borough. These green spaces are more than just pretty spots—they’re vital hubs that exemplify New Yorkers’ dedication to their neighborhoods. Here’s how you can join and participate in these thriving gardens. 1. Discovering Community […]

Navigating Credit Repair: Your Path to Confidence

In today’s world, credit scores play a significant role in shaping our financial opportunities. Whether you’re considering purchasing a home or looking to rent an apartment, your credit score can influence the outcome. Understanding and improving your credit history is vital, especially if you’ve faced challenges like Taqwanna Clark. Clark’s story reflects the journey many […]

Compére Collective Presents: Visceral Visions by Eleonora Volpe

This month, visual artist Eleonora Volpe is exhibiting her show Visceral Visions! Read about the exhibit below, and be sure to stop by the Opening Reception on November 12 from 3pm-7pm! Visceral Visions by Eleonora Volpe Eleonora’s innovative approach to art, using repurposed cardboard as her canvas, is a testament to her commitment to sustainability. Alongside her […]

Women-Owned Business Series: Suze from Pattern Brands

Welcome back to our Women-Owned Business Series! We’re happy to co-founder Suze from Pattern Brands, a family of purposeful brands dedicated to help building a home. Read on about her journey to acquire brands that emphasize sustainable growth over short-term gain.  First, tell us about your business and anything special we should know about it […]

Women-Owned Business Series: Rosemarie from Our Temenos

Welcome back to our Women-Owned Business Series! Today, we’re happy to feature Rosemarie from Our Temenos, a landscape design studio based in Brooklyn, NY! Read on as she discusses her connection to land and the power of acting with intention & authenticity. First, tell us about your business and anything special we should know about […]

Compére Collective Presents: RESET by Mek Frinchaboy

We are so excited to be hosting Red Hook artist, Mek Frinchaboy for the entire month of October! Make sure you stop by to see her collection of hyper-realistic pencil art! Reset – by Mek Frinchaboy This show envelops you in moments suspended between reality and imagination, etched in the delicate strokes of hyper-realistic pencil […]