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The Two Renovations That Still Matter Most in NYC

Which Renovations Actually Add Value in NYC? Kitchens and Bathrooms Still Lead As the spring market approaches, many homeowners start thinking about renovations that could improve their home’s value b...

News + Insight 2 months ago

3 Connecticut Towns Dan McCamblau Says Are Among the Best Places to Live

Connecticut offers a unique blend of coastal living, historic New England charm, and easy access to New York City—making it one of the most desirable places in the Northeast to call home. In a recent...

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Community + Culture 2 months ago

Back at Brown Harris Stevens: An Interview with Chloe Chasanoff

In this week’s BHS Agent Spotlight, we’re catching up with Chloe Chasanoff, who recently returned to Brown Harris Stevens after her time with the Magnetic Real Estate Team, formerly the Harris Residen...

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Brand 3 months ago

Remembering Riley Jason

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of one of the most beloved members of the Brown Harris Stevens community, Riley Jason. A longtime agent in our Upper West Side office, Riley’s wa...

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Community + Culture 3 months ago

Above & Beyond: 6 Homes with Double-Height Ceilings

Few design features change the feeling of a home quite like a double-height ceiling. With soaring windows, striking architectural lines, and light that moves through the space in entirely new ways, th...

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Homes 3 months ago

Historic Farmhouse Living in the Heart of Darien

Set along Connecticut’s Gold Coast, Darien offers a rare balance of coastal beauty, and coveted small-town charm. Known for its waterfront setting along the Long Island Sound, highly regarded schools,...

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Homes 3 months ago

Chloe Chasanoff Returns to Brown Harris Stevens

Brown Harris Stevens is pleased to announce that Chloe Chasanoff has returned to the firm from Magnetic RE. Chasanoff, who first joined Brown Harris Stevens in 2018, grew up in a real estate family, s...

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Brand 3 months ago

Building of the Week: 940 Park Avenue

1943 photograph of 940 Park Avenue, from the collection of the Office for Metropolitan History On the northwest corner of Park Avenue and 81st Street stands 940 Park Avenue, a building that rewards cl...

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Community + Culture 3 months ago

Where Manhattan’s Biggest Luxury Contracts Are Happening

Manhattan’s luxury market continues to produce eye-catching transactions even before the spring season officially begins. Recent reports show more than $1 billion in high-end contracts signed in...

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News + Insight 3 months ago

BHS Employee of the Year: A Conversation with Art Director Erica Hess

This week Erica Hess, Art Director, of our Marketing Team was awarded Employee of the Year designation by Brown Harris Stevens. We sat down with her to learn more about her work ethic, the future of A...

Brand 3 months ago

Let There Be Light: 5 Listings with Swoon-Worthy Fixtures

Lighting rarely gets top billing when people talk about a home. Square footage, kitchens, outdoor space. Those usually steal the spotlight. But every now and then, a fixture becomes the moment. A chan...

Homes 3 months ago

How to Scale a Real Estate Portfolio: Turning One Property Into Many

Most investors believe scaling requires more savings. In reality, scaling requires better structure. In Episode 401 of The Build Up podcast, we sat down with multifamily investor Andrew Freed to break...

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News + Insight 3 months ago

Debbie Baum on Fashion, Focus, and Her Next Chapter

Recently joining Brown Harris Stevens’ East Side office after more than two decades at Corcoran, Debbie Baum brings over $600 million in career sales and a reputation as one of Manhattan’s most consis...

Brand 3 months ago

Exposed Brick: Where Character Is Built In

If walls could talk, exposed brick wouldn’t whisper. Timeless and architectural, it anchors a room while adding texture and depth. In some spaces, it creates a striking focal point; in others, it stre...

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Homes 3 months ago

Where Luxury Demand Is Actually Concentrated in NYC Right Now

In a recent episode of Vince Rocco’s Talking New York Real Estate featuring Steven Bailey, Senior Account Manager of Roadway Moving & Storage, we took a closer look at what real movement data reve...

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News + Insight 3 months ago

The Women of BHS: Reflections on Leadership, Legacy, and Success

In honor of Women’s History Month, we asked three standout agents — Lianna Tomas Fetko, Teresa Alessandro, and Kirsten Aiello — to reflect on what it means to be a woman in real estate today — the lea...

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Community + Culture 3 months ago

Spring Forward: Miami homes and condos made for the joy of longer days

On March 8, we Spring Forward, gaining that extra hour of evening light that makes Miami living feel even more electric. From golden sunsets over the Atlantic to twilight dinners under the palms, long...

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Homes 3 months ago

Agents Who Master Pricing Master Their Market BHS Miami’s Regional Director of Sales David Deza

I spend a lot of time meeting with agents about how to grow their business. We talk about prospecting, marketing, and building relationships. But the agents who scale the fastest tend to get one thing...

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Community + Culture 3 months ago

Discover the Latest Insights from the MORE Network

This week’s lineup captures the industry from every angle—tackling policy shifts, market headwinds, cultural leadership, and the conversations redefining how real estate is practiced at the highest le...

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News + Insight 3 months ago

The Line: Mortgage Rates Fall Below 6% for the First Time in Over Three Years

This week, we celebrate a milestone for mortgage rates, and wonder if anyone’s job is safe from AI. Mortgage Rates Fall Below 6% for the First Time in Over Three Years What a great way to start...

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News + Insight 3 months ago