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Unlocking the Green Oasis: Joining Community Gardens in Brooklyn, NYC

Are you a Brooklyn resident passionate about cultivating a green thumb and fostering a sense of community? Joining a community garden in New York City might be the perfect way to enrich your urban lifestyle. Whether you’re a renter or a homeowner, the process is more straightforward than you might think. In this guide, we’ll […]

Understanding and Managing High Con Edison Bills: A Guide for Brooklyn Home Seekers

As real estate agents in Brooklyn, you understand that the cost of living in this vibrant borough comes with challenges. One concern that often arises is the spike in your electric bill. You might be asking the question, “Why is my electric bill so high?” Below, We’ll delve into the reasons behind the recent surge […]

Navigating Local Law 97 and Renewable Energy in NYC: What You Need to Know

In the ever-evolving landscape of New York City’s real estate, staying informed about the latest regulations is crucial, especially regarding sustainability and energy efficiency. Local Law 97 has been a focal point of discussions, and recently, the finalized rules shed light on how the city is moving towards a greener future. Whether you’re a renter […]

Winter = “Heat Season” for New Yorkers

Do you know about “heat season” in New York? Chances are, even if you’ve never heard of it, you’ve wondered about when exactly your landlord plans to turn the heat on during a cool morning or chilly night. Turns out, it’s not guesswork. There are legal guidelines for landlords about providing sufficient heat and hot […]

March for Our Lives Recap.

We marched this Saturday and were not surprised to see hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers participating! We marched until 4pm and, when we left, the massive crowds were still flowing and it showed no signs of slowing down.  The loving and togetherness vibes were similar to the Women’s March back in January but it […]

Dog Parker Leaves NYC Due to Regulations.

We blogged about this local start-up company when we started seeing their adorable little dog houses on our neighborhood sidewalks and now we are learning that Dog Parker is taking their boxes and leaving the city because of issues they have been having with local transit officials. Apparently the Dept. of Transportation has been threatening […]

NYC’s Top Neighborhoods for Bikers by Jane Herro

I am a Red Hook resident and rely on my bike daily to get around. NYC’s bike infrastructure has improved by leaps and bounds since I moved to the city from Milwaukee seven years ago. The De Blasio administration and the city’s Department of Transportation are making strides in their “Vision Zero” initiative, adding miles to protected bike […]

NYC Ferry News by Shyda Hoque.

The NYC Ferry launches their South Brooklyn route tomorrow With the price of a subway fare, $2.75, you will be able to ride from Bay Ridge to Wall Street in about 49 mins. There are free transfers to other NYC ferries on other routes but you will not be able to receive a free transfer […]