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Manhattan’s Office Comeback is Driving the Housing Market

By Serj Markarian, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker New York City’s office market is showing strong signs of stabilization, rapidly returning to traditional office settings. In fact, i...

News + Insight 1 year ago

Stories in Stone: New York’s Most Romantic Real Estate Stories

Love stories are all around us—written in books, played out in movies, and even woven into the places we walk past every day. In New York, if the walls could talk they would reveal unforgettable momen...

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Community + Culture 1 year ago

Top Agent Ellis Bachman Joins Brown Harris Stevens in Miami and New York

Brown Harris Stevens is thrilled to announce that Ellis Bachman, a top-producing real estate professional with more than $500 million in sales, has joined the firm and is dually licensed in both NYC a...

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1 year ago

The Line: Inflation Inflated in January

By Gregory Heym, BHS Chief Economist and and host of Crossing The Line Today, we present the latest on inflation. Spoiler alert: it’s not good. For those of you who are still with me, here...

News + Insight 1 year ago

Harlem’s Arts and Culture: A Legacy of Creativity and Influence

Harlem has long been the beating heart of Black culture in New York City, serving as a hub for creativity, activism, and the arts. During the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s and '30s, the neighbo...

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Art + Design 1 year ago

See Inside this Beautifully Restored Mid-Century Gem

Sophisticated yet inviting, 201 East 79th Street, #20BCH is a thoughtfully renovated five-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom residence on the Upper East Side. Venetian plaster walls, walnut flooring,...

Homes 1 year ago

The Iconic Walker Guesthouse: A Mid-Century Marvel Awaits a New Home

The Walker Guesthouse, an iconic piece of mid-century modern architecture, has hit the market for $2 million – and it is ready to be shipped anywhere in the world! Designed by renowned architect Paul...

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Art + Design 1 year ago

From Sea to Shining Sea: Miami’s Ultimate Boating Lifestyle

As we head into President’s Day weekend, Miami gears up for one of its most anticipated events—the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show. A celebration of marine craftsmanship and...

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Community + Culture 1 year ago

Romantic Homes to Love This Valentine’s Day and Beyond

They say that home is where the heart is, and in honor of Valentine’s Day, we’re showcasing some of our most romantic properties. From stunning vistas to private gazebos, each home boasts something th...

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Homes 1 year ago

Bess Freedman to Business Insider: What It’s Really Like to be a Woman in Real Estate

Women make up most of the real estate work force in America, roughly 65% according to the National Association of Realtors, but that doesn’t mean there’s a level playing field. In fact, wo...

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Brand 1 year ago

Honoring the Black Architects Who Built New York City

New York City’s skyline is a testament to innovation, diversity, and resilience. While many of its architectural icons are well known, the contributions of Black architects have often gone unrec...

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Art + Design 1 year ago

Stunning Strivers’ Row Townhome Blends History and Modern Luxury

Located in the heart of Central Harlem’s historic Strivers’ Row district, 207 West 139th Street is a turn-of-the-century townhouse, designed by the renowned architect Stanford W...

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Homes 1 year ago

Current Mortgage Rates Are the New Normal

Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman appeared live on CNBC “Power Lunch" to discuss the current state of the housing market, mortgage rates, and why the American dream of home...

News + Insight 1 year ago

The Line: Job Growth Less than Expected in January

By Gregory Heym, BHS Chief Economist and and host of Crossing The Line It's the first Friday of the month, so let's see how the jobs market did in January. The Line: Job Growth Less tha...

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News + Insight 1 year ago

How to Stand Out in a Competitive Spring Market

By Serj Markarian, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker John Walkup, co-founder and partner at UrbanDigs Analytics—whose expertise I highly respect—recently shared five key insights...

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News + Insight 1 year ago

Bess Freedman Pens Opinion Piece On Dangers of Private Listings Programs

Private listings, sometimes called whisper listings, are quiet listings that don’t hit the public market. With the seller’s consent, agents rep these properties behind the scenes with no w...

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News + Insight 1 year ago

A Home for Every New Year’s Resolution

New year, new you, and maybe even a new home to match. Whether you’re committing to your health and wellness journey, perfecting your culinary skills, or dedicating the year to career growth, th...

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Homes 1 year ago

A Masterpiece of Its Own: 20 West 12th Street Hosts Artist Mike Rohner

20 West 12th Street, a historic Greenwich Village townhome currently on the market for $18.5 Million, was the recent setting of an artist reception for the talented Mike Rohner. Represented by Brown H...

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Homes 1 year ago

Big Game Time: Homes For Sport Lovers

The biggest football showdown of the year is just around the corner, with millions of fans tuning in for the excitement. While we can’t promise you the speed of a pro running back, we can showcase som...

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Homes 1 year ago

6 Notable Black Authors Shaping NYC’s Literary Scene

New York City has long been a hub for literary greatness, and Black authors have played an essential role in shaping its cultural and intellectual landscape. From groundbreaking fiction to powerful po...

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Community + Culture 1 year ago