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Are Tariffs and Rates Freezing the Spring Market?

By Serj Markarian, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker The latest inventory report shows that Manhattan’s supply of apartments for sale dropped to 6.9 months in March, creating a bit...

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NYC Rental Prices Climb Again—What’s Driving the Increase?

By Serj Markarian, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker Rents are climbing once again, with Manhattan’s median rent rising 6.4% year-over-year to $4,500. This marks the...

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The Line: Retail Sales Rose Less than Expected in February

Today, we present the latest on inflation and Wall Street bonuses. Welcome to a good news, bad news edition of The Line. Retail Sales Rose Less than Expected in February The core personal consumption...

News + Insight 1 year ago

Consumer Prices Rose Less than Expected in February

By Gregory Heym, BHS Chief Economist and and host of Crossing The Line With all the tariff threats out there these days, it's appropriate that today's column is all about inflation. Con...

News + Insight 1 year ago

Pricing Your Home Through an Appraiser’s Lens

By Serj Markarian, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker With interest rates declining for the sixth consecutive week—bringing the average 30-year fixed rate down to 6.67%, its lowest since...

News + Insight 1 year ago

How the “City of Yes” Zoning Reforms May Reshape New Construction

By Cindy Gokay, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson New York City’s City of Yes zoning reforms are set to reshape the skyline—offering developers unprecedented opportunities for new bui...

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Bess Freedman to Inman: Clear Cooperation Favors Open Markets

In the ever-evolving landscape of real estate, policies that promote transparency and fairness are crucial for a healthy market. One such policy is the National Association of Realtors' (NAR) Cle...

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Building Owners Face Looming Deadlines Under Local Law 97

By Serj Markarian, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker Some of you may have heard about Local Law 97, a key piece of NYC legislation enacted in 2019 to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from buildings...

News + Insight 1 year ago

The Line: Job Growth Lower than Expected in February

By Gregory Heym, BHS Chief Economist and and host of Crossing The Line It's the first Friday of the month, which means today is all about jobs. The Line: Job Growth Lower than Expected in Fe...

News + Insight 1 year ago

Bess Freedman: Buyer and Seller Beware – Compass’ Private Exclusive Network is a Trojan Horse

In a recent opinion piece for RISMEDIA, CEO Bess Freedman expanded on her concerns surrounding Compass’ Private Exclusive Network. “For months, Compass has been touting a Private Excl...

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The Changing Co-op vs. Condo Landscape

By Serj Markarian, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker You might recall that last week I mentioned how buyers are increasingly favoring new developments over traditional co-ops on prestigi...

News + Insight 1 year ago

Bess Freedman: Buyer and Seller Beware – Compass’ Private Exclusive Network is a Trojan Horse

In a recent opinion piece for RISMEDIA, CEO Bess Freedman expanded on her concerns surrounding Compass’ Private Exclusive Network. “For months, Compass has been touting a Private Excl...

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News + Insight 1 year ago

Bess Freedman: Buyer and Seller Beware – Compass’ Private Exclusive Network is a Trojan Horse

In a recent opinion piece for RISMEDIA, CEO Bess Freedman expanded on her concerns surrounding Compass’ Private Exclusive Network. “For months, Compass has been touting a Private Excl...

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News + Insight 1 year ago

Bess Freedman: Buyer and Seller Beware – Compass’ Private Exclusive Network is a Trojan Horse

In a recent opinion piece for RISMEDIA, CEO Bess Freedman expanded on her concerns surrounding Compass’ Private Exclusive Network. “For months, Compass has been touting a Private Exclusive Network as...

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News + Insight 1 year ago

Bess Freedman: Buyer and Seller Beware – Compass’ Private Exclusive Network is a Trojan Horse

In a recent opinion piece for RISMEDIA, CEO Bess Freedman expanded on her concerns surrounding Compass’ Private Exclusive Network. “For months, Compass has been touting a Private Excl...

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News + Insight 1 year ago

The Line: Jobless Claims Rise to their Highest Level in Three Months

By Gregory Heym, BHS Chief Economist and and host of Crossing The Line After a week off, The Line returns with the latest news on jobless claims, mortgage rates, and consumer confidence. Jobless Claim...

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Fact v. Fiction: The Problem with Private Exclusives Networks

What's Happening? In recent months, Compass has begun pushing the idea of “private exclusives” as part of a three-stage marketing strategy. They urge sellers to list their properties...

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BHS Agents Weigh In: What Makes Southport, CT So Special?

Nestled along the picturesque Long Island Sound, Southport, Connecticut, is a charming coastal enclave that blends historic New England character with modern luxury. Known for its beautifully preserve...

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Buyers Rush to Lock in Deals Before Spring Heats Up

By Serj Markarian, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker A few weeks ago, I highlighted the most-searched neighborhoods on StreetEasy along with their median prices, offering insight into what to...

News + Insight 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