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Home Maintenance Series: Winter

When winter comes, it’s time to hunker down and enjoy the warmth of our homes. There aren’t many projects you can take care of during this season, but you can do a few things to make sure you’re prepared for the snow and freezing temperatures. Inside of Your Home The first thing you’ll want to […]

Home Maintenance Series: Fall

Fall is one of the most important seasons for home care. Your yard will require some TLC, and you’ll want to make sure every area of your home is ready for the cooler weather to come. Below are some good guidelines on what to cover during September, October, and November: Outside of Your Home: Fall […]

Women-Owned Business Series: Sydne from GABA Creative Collective

Our latest Women of Business feature is covering Sydne Leavitt of GABA Creative Collective. Sydne set out to create not only a company for herself, but also a place for other artists to connect and flourish. We’re incredibly impressed by the impact she’s made so far, and we can’t wait to see how her work […]

Compére Collective Presents: Alexandra Jamieson, Our Stories: Patterns + What We Inherit

Starting September 17, artist Alexandra Jamieson will be presenting her show, “Our Stories: Patterns + What We Inherit.” Jamieson creates stunning and meaningful pieces that represent all parts of life — from the beautiful all the way down to the broken. She is a member of several Brooklyn art scenes as well, with her art […]

Women-Owned Business Series: Erin from Grindhaus

We have the pleasure of spotlighting one of Red Hook staples – and one of our favorite restaurants – Grindhaus! With quite the tumultuous ride (you’ll read all about it below!!), Grindhaus serves a delicious menu in a charming and welcoming atmosphere – right in the heart of Red Hook!  Read about their journey below! […]

The Complete Guide to Buying Investment Property in NYC Guide

Buying your first investment property in NYC?  We’ll go over the pros and cons of investing in real estate vs the stock market, the tax benefits of real estate investing, how to calculate returns from rental properties, and challenge some commonly accepted advice such as buying investment property in an LLC.  Should I Invest in […]

Home Maintenance Series: Summer

Wondering what maintenance needs to be done on your home in the summer? Our best tip is to enjoy your space this season, inside and out, and only tackle the projects that absolutely need to be done! The list below is a great place to start. Inside of Your Home You’ve likely already done a […]

What to Do if Your Newly Renovated Home Lacks Required Permits

Moving into a recently-updated home can be one of the most exciting feelings. You don’t have to worry about that old stove losing function in the next few weeks, or that outdated carpet that you just can’t trust to be clean. But unfortunately, if the proper permits haven’t been pulled for the work that’s been […]

Did You Know About These Brownstone Hidden Costs?

Brownstones are an absolute dream for many Brooklyn residents. The historic details and perfect locations make them well worth the price for their residents, but if the monthly mortgage will eat up most of your take-home pay, you may want to think twice. Because brownstones come with a number of unknown costs — read on […]

Moving With Kids Part Three: Preparing For a New School

Moving homes is one thing — starting a new school with new teachers, friends, activities, and schedules is another. We’ve gathered some expert advice and formed it into do’s and don’t’s to help your child have the easiest possible transition into their new learning environment. Do help them break the ice. Get a class list […]