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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...

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News + Insight 7 months ago

Gov’t Reopening, PropTech Trends, Industry Legends, and MORE

The MORE Network brings together real estate insight, innovation, and the conversations shaping where the industry is headed next. From market movement and negotiation strategy to technology, design,...

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News + Insight 7 months ago

Op-Ed: Manhattan is Doing Just Fine

Have you heard that people are fleeing Manhattan? The headlines say it over and over, but the reality tells a very different story. In my latest commentary for RISMedia, I look at what the data and ou...

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News + Insight 7 months ago

The Podcast Everyone’s Talking About: Two Legends, One Must-Listen

The MoRE Network’s latest hit episode, “Talking New York Real Estate with Vince Rocco: Legends in Our Industry,” has quickly become one of the platform’s most-watched conversations, already surpassing...

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News + Insight 7 months ago

The Line: Finally, The U.S. is Open for Business

Today we celebrate the reopening of our government and hope they never shut down again. Finally, The U.S. is Open for Business After the longest shutdown in history, the federal go...

News + Insight 7 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...

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News + Insight 7 months ago

Timing the Market: Why Every Season Holds Opportunity in NYC Real Estate

By Maryann C. Johnson, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson One of the most frequent questions I’m asked is, “When is the ideal time to sell my home?” In most markets, the answer might be seasonal. But Ne...

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News + Insight 7 months ago

The Line: How Good/Bad is Our Economy?

Today, we channel our inner Marvin Gaye to tell us “What’s Going On” with the U.S. Economy How Good/Bad is Our Economy? That’s a difficult question when the government is open and su...

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News + Insight 7 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...

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News + Insight 7 months ago

The Latest in Real Estate from The MORE Network

The MORE Network brings together real estate insight, innovation, and conversation that moves the industry forward. From market cycles and strategic deals to design trends and personal stories, we bri...

News + Insight 7 months ago

The Lead: Bess Freedman and Leo Pareja Break Down Private Listings, Market Cycles, and What’s Next

In a candid conversation on the latest episode of The Lead, Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman and Leo Pareja, CEO of eXp Realty, sat down to talk about one of the industry’s most controversial to...

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News + Insight 7 months ago

The Line: The Fed Cuts 0.25%, But Still Finds a Way to Upset Us

This week, we digest the Fed’s rate cut and have the latest on mortgage rates. Hint: it’s more treat than trick, so welcome to the Halloween edition of the Line. The Fed Cuts 0.25%, But St...

News + Insight 7 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...

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News + Insight 7 months ago

Brooklyn and Manhattan Real Estate See Strongest Start to Fall Since 2021

The fall 2025 home-buying season in New York City is off to a lively start. According to StreetEasy, September marked the highest volume of contracts for the month since 2021, and particularly in Broo...

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News + Insight 8 months ago

Now Is the Time to Define Your ‘Why’ in Real Estate

By David Deza, Managing Director of Brown Harris Stevens Miami When your why is clear, your business is more sustainable, your path more defined and your growth benefits not just you, but your clients...

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News + Insight 8 months ago

The Line: Inflation Lower than Expected in September

Today, we present the latest on inflation and share some good news about mortgage rates. Inflation Lower than Expected in September I’m happy to report that the long-awaited September CPI re...

News + Insight 8 months ago

SOS: A Call for Homeowners to Take Control

When you buy or sell a home, you’re going into one of the largest financial transactions of your life. In my recent opinion piece for RISMedia, I wanted to sound the alarm: don’t assume everything and...

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News + Insight 8 months ago

The Upper West Side’s Condo Shortage: What It Means for Today’s Market

The Upper West Side has long been one of Manhattan’s most desirable neighborhoods, known for its tree-lined avenues, architectural charm, and proximity to Central Park. But a recent analysis reveals a...

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News + Insight 8 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...

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News + Insight 8 months ago

The Condo Resale Divide: Winners, Losers, and the Future of NYC Real Estate

A new exclusive Brown Harris Stevens report on Manhattan condo resales is challenging assumptions about the city’s investment market. The data reveals one in three condos sold between July 2024 and Ju...

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News + Insight 8 months ago