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Serjik "Serj" Markarian Press & Media
Press releases and expert insights from Serjik "Serj" Markarian.
Why Affluent Buyer Preferences Continue to Influence NYC’s Luxury Market
Luxury Buyers Are Still Active in Manhattan, But Their Priorities May Be Changing Recent headlines surrounding the proposed pied-à-terre tax and the political rhetoric around it have raised quest...
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News + Insight 2 weeks ago
Common Negotiation Mistakes Buyers Make in NYC Real Estate
Why Negotiation Strategy Still Matters in Today’s NYC Market In New York City real estate, negotiation is often associated with price, but in practice, successful negotiations involve far more than si...
583 Views
News + Insight 3 weeks ago
Why Manhattan Luxury Sales Are Rising Even as Prices Ease
Luxury Sales Are Rising, So Why Are Prices Easing? Manhattan’s ultra-luxury market has been sending an interesting signal: transaction activity is rising sharply, even as pricing at the top end has so...
494 Views
News + Insight 1 month ago
What the Proposed Pied-à-Terre Tax Could Mean for NYC Real Estate
A Proposed Pied-à-Terre Tax: What Could It Mean for NYC Real Estate? A newly proposed pied-à-terre tax is once again raising questions about how public policy can shape New York City real estate, part...
519 Views
News + Insight 1 month ago
What Q1 2026 Tells Us About the Manhattan Real Estate Market
The first quarter of 2026 offered a clearer picture of where the Manhattan market is heading, and in many ways, the results were stronger than expected. According to the recently released Q1 2026 Manh...
764 Views
News + Insight 1 month ago
Interest Rates Are Holding, But Buyer Behavior Is Changing
Rates Aren’t Dropping Anytime Soon and What That Means for NYC Buyers Many buyers have spent the past year waiting for interest rates to come down before entering the market. It’s a reasonable strateg...
422 Views
News + Insight 1 month ago
What’s the Best Time to Buy a Home in NYC?
Is There Really a “Best” Time to Buy a Home in NYC? Buyers often ask whether there’s a “best” time to enter the New York City real estate market. The short answer is yes, but it depends on what you’re...
386 Views
News + Insight 2 months ago
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
Fed Holds Rates Steady: Impact on New York City Housing
What the Fed’s Pause Means for NYC Real Estate Right Now This week, the Federal Reserve chose to hold interest rates steady rather than move forward with another cut. While that decision plays out nat...
News + Insight 4 months ago
What to Expect from the NYC Spring 2026 Real Estate Market
Spring has always been New York City’s most active real estate season, and most buyers and sellers already know that. But what’s shaping up for this coming spring looks meaningfully different from wha...
1185 Views
News + Insight 4 months ago
NYC’s All-Cash Housing Boom: How It’s Changing the Market
All-Cash Deals Hit a Record High in NYC: What It Means for Buyers and Sellers A growing share of New York City home sales in 2025 were completed without financing, and according to recent reporting, a...
489 Views
News + Insight 4 months ago
Q4 2025 Manhattan Market Report: A Strong Finish Heading Into 2026
As 2025 came to a close, Manhattan’s residential real estate market delivered a notably strong fourth quarter, particularly at the high end. Sales climbed to their highest level since 2022, signaling...
948 Views
News + Insight 4 months ago
Press 5 months ago
What Yesterday’s Fed Cut Means for NYC Real Estate in 2026
Yesterday, the Federal Reserve issued a widely expected 25-basis-point rate cut — its third consecutive reduction — bringing the benchmark rate to its lowest level in three years. But while borro...
News + Insight 5 months ago
50-Year Mortgages Explained: Why They Likely Won’t Apply to NYC Buyers
The proposed introduction of a 50-year mortgage, discussed recently by the White House, is generating a lot of conversation nationwide. Supporters argue it could help improve affordability for first-t...
368 Views
News + Insight 6 months ago
NYC Luxury Market Surges After Election Week: Why Confidence Remains High
Following an already strong fall season, Manhattan’s luxury market showed no signs of slowing down after election week. Luxury contracts soared during the second week of November, marking the stronges...
546 Views
News + Insight 6 months ago
A Winter Guide to Renovating Your NYC Home Before Selling
As the holiday season approaches and real estate activity slows, this is the ideal time to start planning if you’re considering listing your home in the spring. The market remains healthy heading into...
539 Views
News + Insight 6 months ago
NYC Luxury Real Estate Outlook: Why the Market Looks Set to Thrive This Winter
After a strong start to fall, New York City’s housing market shows no signs of cooling as we head into winter. Manhattan’s luxury segment, in particular, continues to outperform expectations—buoyed by...
800 Views
News + Insight 7 months ago
NYC Condo Market: Is It Still Worth Investing Today?
A recent analysis from The Real Deal took a close look at Manhattan’s condo market and found that many investors who purchased between 2016 and 2020 haven’t seen the returns they expected. According t...
728 Views
News + Insight 7 months ago
10 Steps to Successfully Sell Your Home in New York City
Selling a home in New York City can feel complicated, but with the right plan in place, it doesn’t have to be. Over the years, I’ve guided many clients through the process, and I’ve found that having...
1246 Views
News + Insight 7 months ago