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Union Square’s Ruth Sobie Shares Her Top NYC Hot Chocolate Spots
As the temperatures dip in Manhattan, there’s no better way to embrace the winter chill than with a rich, creamy cup of hot chocolate. Downtown Manhattan is home to some of the city’s most...
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Community + Culture 7 months ago
Give Back: Thanksgiving Food Drives Accepting Donations this Year
As the season of gratitude arrives, communities across NYC, the Hamptons, New Jersey, and Florida are rallying together to support neighbors in need. Thanksgiving is not only a time to gather with lov...
Community + Culture 7 months ago
Honoring Service: How the Marines Shaped John Dugan’s Life and Perspective
Before helping clients navigate New York City’s competitive real estate market, John Dugan of Brown Harris Stevens’ Skyline Advisory Team served his country as an Infantry Combat Team Leader in...
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Community + Culture 7 months ago
Honoring Those Who Served: The Veterans of Brown Harris Stevens
This Veterans Day, Brown Harris Stevens proudly recognizes and celebrates the remarkable agents across our firm who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Their courage, dedication, and unwave...
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Community + Culture 7 months ago
Weekly Treasures: Homes Near Street Fairs and Flea Markets Worth the Stroll
If you love a good treasure hunt, the kind that leads to vintage furniture, well-loved books, handmade pieces, or items that already come with a bit of history, you’ll get the appeal. Each of these ho...
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Community + Culture 7 months ago
The Ghost of North Haven House
By Shannan North, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker The following is a true ghost story from Brown Harris Stevens Agent, Shannan North, a lifelong Hamptons local with deep family roots in the area...
Community + Culture 8 months ago
Homes So Close to the Village Halloween Parade, It’s Scary
This Friday, the Annual Village Halloween Parade is bringing its spooktacular energy right down Sixth Avenue—a tradition since 1974! Why fight the crowds or rush for a quick glimpse when you could liv...
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Community + Culture 8 months ago
A Home for Every Book Lover: BHS Listings Near NYC Bookstores
New York City’s independent bookstores are more than places to buy books — they’re cornerstones of community, creativity, and character. From the timeless charm of Three Lives & Company in the Wes...
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Community + Culture 8 months ago
The Best Pumpkin Patches on the East End of Long Island
Whether you’re after the perfect jack-o’-lantern, a scenic family day out, or just an excuse for a hot apple cider donut, the Hamptons and North Fork have some of the best pumpkin patches around. Our...
Community + Culture 8 months ago
Hottest Luxury Real Estate Wellness Trend: Home Saunas
Move over, home gyms! The new hallmark of luxury living is a personal sauna. Once reserved for spas and five-star hotels, saunas are now taking center stage in the homes of affluent buyers seeking bot...
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Community + Culture 8 months ago
Autumn Colors, Neighborhood Flavors: NYC’s Most Picturesque Spots
By Maryann C. Johnson, Licensed Real Estate Professional Fall in New York City is like no other season and a personal favorite of mine. As a Libra born in October, I love the cooler temps, the beauty,...
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Community + Culture 8 months ago
The Fall Reset: How September Sparks Serious Buyers and Sellers in NYC
By Maryann C. Johnson, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson Summer’s easy, breezy, lazy days are over. Some call them dog days, and that may be true—like dogs who know how to play and then rest peace...
Community + Culture 9 months ago
The Hidden Magic of the Off-Season in the Hamptons
When the summer crowds thin and the last beach umbrellas are folded away, the Hamptons quietly transform. The lines get shorter, the roads clearer, and the pace of life slows to something more intenti...
Community + Culture 9 months ago
Fall in Westchester: Apple Picking, Scenic Hikes & Autumn Events
By Samuel P. Sheckman, BHS Riverdale Agent Experience one of region’s most enjoyable traditions with apple and pumpkin picking — where crisp apples, festive pumpkins, scenic orchards, and fall fun awa...
Community + Culture 9 months ago
Honoring the 24th Anniversary of September 11th: Organizations Continuing to Support Survivors and Families
This year marks the 24th anniversary of the tragic attacks of September 11, 2001—a day that forever changed New York City, the nation, and the world. While the years have passed, the needs of survivor...
Community + Culture 9 months ago
Core Memories: Homes Near Orchards, Cider Mills & Fall Farm Fun
Fall practically comes with its own playlist—apples snapping, cider pouring, leaves crunching as you walk. Throw in a pumpkin patch, and you’ve got the perfect weekend. These homes put you close to th...
Community + Culture 9 months ago
Why New Jersey Just Ranked Among the Best States for Quality of Life And What It Means for Homebuyers
Cover Photo Credit: Brian – stock.adobe.com Insights from Montclair Real Estate Agent Allison Maguire New Jersey just earned a spot among the top 10 U.S. states for quality of life, a...
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Community + Culture 11 months ago
Growing Impact: How MicroHabitat is Feeding Communities and Greening Cities
Header Photo Credit: MicroHabitat MicroHabitat is redefining the role of urban spaces by turning rooftops and underused areas into vibrant gardens—and the impact goes far beyond beautification....
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Community + Culture 11 months ago
IV Drips, Botox, and Solariums: The New Face of NYC Luxury
By Serj Markarian, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker Luxury developments have long relied on standout amenities to attract buyers and renters—but as lifestyles shift, so do expecta...
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Community + Culture 1 year ago
What Zohran Mamdani’s Primary Win Could Mean for NYC Real Estate
HEADER IMAGE: By Bingjiefu He – Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=166035777 Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani won the Democratic Primary f...
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Community + Culture 1 year ago