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Why So Many Homeowners Are Staying Put—and What That Means for Brooklyn Buyers

Why So Many Homeowners Are Staying Put—and What That Means for Brooklyn Buyers

Nov 12, 2025 ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

It’s not your imagination—the market feels frozen, and there’s a real reason for that. Homeowners across the U.S. are more locked in than they’ve been in over 40 years, and it’s creating a kind of gridlock that’s hard to ignore, especially in high-cost, high-desire cities like ours. Most Homeowners Won’t Trade Their Low RatesA recent […]

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What the New SALT Cap Means (and Doesn’t Mean) for NYC Homeowners

Nov 12, 2025 ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

The latest federal tax changes under the Trump administration’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” have raised the cap on the SALT deduction—that’s State and Local Taxes—for those who itemize their returns. If you live in New York, where taxes are no joke, that might sound like a big deal. The cap jumped from $10,000 to […]

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To Broker or Not: A Decision Framework for Small Brooklyn Landlords

Nov 12, 2025 ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

New York City’s FARE Act went into affect this year, which killed the broker fee as we know it, took effect and many on every side of the apartment-rental game — tenants, brokers, and landlords — are still playing catch-up when it comes to learning these new rules. Designed to protect tenants, the act presents […]

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Considering Renting vs. Owning: Exploring the Advantages and Financial Considerations

Jun 06, 2023 ,,,,,,

For many Americans, the decision between renting vs. owning a home may seem daunting, with doubts about their ability to cover the costs. However, it’s important to note that renting vs. owning each has advantages. Before you make a decision, take a moment to consider the following points. Advantages of Renting Renting a house or […]

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5 Ways to Improve Your Mental Health at Home

May 01, 2023 ,,,,,,,

May is Mental Health Awareness month, meaning it’s a great time to make your mental health a priority (it always should be but, you know, life). One of the biggest factors affecting your mental health is your living space – without a comfortable and safe place to hang your hat, it’s tough to maintain a […]

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How to Read and Understand a Real Estate Deal Sheet

Mar 22, 2023 ,,,,,,,,,

Finding the right apartment or home, especially in Brooklyn, a top location in the NYC real estate market, is an exciting next step in your real estate journey. Once you have made an offer, the seller’s attorney or listing agent will give you a deal sheet or transaction sheet.  A deal sheet is a document […]

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Did Someone Say Summer Slow Down?

Sep 01, 2022 ,,,,,

How To Take Advantage of Today’s Unique Real Estate Deals Normally in the world of real estate, summer is booming. But this year, because of record-high home prices, rising interest rates, plunging cryptocurrency and stock markets, and potential  layoff concerns, we’re feeling a different vibe. Things are slowing down because a significant percentage of the […]

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UPCOMING EVENTS : Red Hook, Brooklyn

May 19, 2022 ,,,,,,,,,,,

Summer is just about here, especially in water-side Red Hook – which means there are plenty of events popping up all over town! Below are a few upcoming event in the next couple of weeks: Thursday, May 19, 2022 Red Hook Labs- Time Entry TicketsDate and Time – Friday April 15, 2022 at 1:00pm to July […]

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Rent is Getting More Expensive — The Reason Why + Tips to Find an Affordable Place

Mar 09, 2022 ,,,,,,,

The pandemic brought all sorts of challenges — physical, psychological, financial, and more. And its improvement is now bringing a difficulty of its own as New York renters see rates up to 70% higher than early 2020 amounts. The current Brooklyn median is $2747 per month — a number that many individuals and families simply […]

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Brooklyn is Booming: Top Neighborhoods to Watch in 2022

Jan 25, 2022 ,,,,,,,,

If you currently live in Brooklyn —or if you’ve spent some time here in recent years— you know exactly why our housing market is hot. The residential feel, open streets, and incredible parks are just the beginning of what makes us special. Our iconic attractions, cute coffee shops and restaurants, and welcoming diversity are big […]

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