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Lisa Lippman and Brown Harris Stevens Named Finalists for Inman’s 2025 Golden I Club Awards

Brown Harris Stevens is proud to share that Lisa Lippman has been named a finalist for Top Luxury Agent, and the firm itself is a finalist for Top Luxury Brokerage in the 2025 Inman Golden I Club Awar...

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News + Insight 11 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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News + Insight 11 months ago

Foreign Buyers Are Getting a “Discount” in NYC

By Serj Markarian, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker Foreign buyers and sellers continue to play an active role in NYC real estate, despite past slowdowns and shifting regulations. While thei...

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News + Insight 11 months ago

The Line: Consumer Prices 2.7% Higher than a Year Ago

By Gregory Heym, BHS Chief Economist and and host of Crossing The Line This week, we have some quick thoughts on inflation and retail sales before The Line takes off for vacation. Consumer Prices...

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News + Insight 11 months ago

Brown Harris Stevens Welcomes Jared Antin as Executive Director

Brown Harris Stevens is pleased to announce that Jared Antin will be joining Brown Harris Stevens as Executive Director. Based in our flagship 445 Park Avenue office, he will focus on supporting our a...

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News + Insight 11 months ago

Before the Interview: What to Know and How to Prepare for a Co-op Board Meeting

Receiving an invitation to a cooperative board interview is a strong signal that your application has cleared an important hurdle. While it’s not a guarantee of approval, it does mean that the B...

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News + Insight 11 months ago

Brown Harris Stevens Announces Temporary Relocation of Stamford Office, Plans for Future Expansion

Stamford, CT — [July 15, 2025] — Brown Harris Stevens is proud to announce a new chapter for its Stamford office. After 16 successful years at 1099 High Ridge Road, the firm will be reloca...

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News + Insight 11 months ago

Stuck Waiting on a Neighbor’s Permission? That May Soon Change

By Serj Markarian, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker I’ve talked before about navigating renovations, managing building policies, and even negotiating with neighbors—but one quest...

News + Insight 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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News + Insight 11 months ago

The Line: Job Growth Higher than Expected in June

This week, we have the latest on jobs and celebrate a great American holiday: Bobby Bonilla Day. Job Growth Higher than Expected in June Payrolls rose by 147,000 last month, easily beating the&nb...

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News + Insight 11 months ago

Manhattan Q2 Market Holds Steady, Thanks to Luxury

By Serj Markarian, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker Despite a rocky start to the second quarter—fueled by new tariffs, rising mortgage rates, and escalating tensions in the Middle East...

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News + Insight 11 months ago

New on the MoRE Network: Expert Insights You’ll Want to Hear

The MORE Network is a dynamic podcast network where industry experts, visionary creatives, and seasoned professionals share their insights on the ever-evolving world of real estate. Whether you'r...

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News + Insight 11 months ago

Estate Sale Prep: 3 Essential Steps to Know

By Deborah Miller, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson Preparing an estate for sale involves several important steps—here are three key ones to keep in mind as you get started. It’s...

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News + Insight 1 year ago

The Passive Investor’s Playbook: 5 Rules to Invest Smarter and Worry Less

By Candice Milano & Malessa Rambarran, Licensed Real Estate Professionals Real estate investing doesn’t have to mean late-night maintenance calls or juggling contractor bids on your lunch br...

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News + Insight 1 year ago

The Line: Retail Sales Fell More than Expected in May

By Gregory Heym, BHS Chief Economist and and host of Crossing The Line This week, we discuss the latest on consumer spending and what the Fed said about rates. Retail Sales Fell More than Expecte...

News + Insight 1 year ago

Renter Relief or Rising Rents? The FARE Act Kicks In

By Serj Markarian, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker New York City’s Fairness in Apartment Rental Expenses (FARE) Act went into effect yesterday after a federal judge declined to block...

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News + Insight 1 year ago

Agents Raise Money for Beloved BHS Worker’s Mother Detained By ICE

New border and immigration policies are affecting families across the country, including right here at Brown Harris Stevens. Two-and-a-half months ago, Luz Vasquez, the mother of Alejandro Monsalve, t...

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News + Insight 1 year ago

The Line: Consumer Prices Rose Just 0.1% in May

It was recently Friday the 13th, but instead of trying to scare you, we have positive economic data to make you happy. We also pay tribute to one of the greatest songwriters of all time, Brian Wilson,...

News + Insight 1 year ago

Will More Condos Hit the Market Soon? This New Law Says Yes

By Serj Markarian, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker New York’s 2026 state budget introduced a major shift for the city’s housing landscape—the Affordable Housing Retention Act(AHRA), a provision...

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News + Insight 1 year ago

The Line: Payrolls Rose More than Expected in May

By Gregory Heym, BHS Chief Economist and and host of Crossing The Line It’s the first Friday of the month, so today is all about jobs. Payrolls Rose More than Expected in May Another month,...

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News + Insight 1 year ago