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How to Finance a Real Estate Investment the Smart Way

Most investors spend months finding the right deal. Far fewer spend that same energy figuring out how to finance it. In Episode 404 of The Build Up podcast, we sat down with Brian Scott Co...

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News + Insight 3 months ago

Why a Proposed Pied-à-Terre Tax Could Impact Every New Yorker

New York City’s housing market has always been a balancing act where policy decisions at the top can ripple through every neighborhood, price point, and property type. A newly proposed annual pied-à-t...

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News + Insight 3 months ago

Meet Brianna Nesta of BHS’ Hamptons Office

With a thoughtful, relationship-first approach and a deep appreciation for the Hamptons community, Brianna Nesta brings a fresh yet grounded perspective to Brown Harris Stevens. Formerly with Serhant,...

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Brand 3 months 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...

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News + Insight 3 months ago

BHS Sale of Lena Horne’s Former Home Sets New Record in Addisleigh Park

Brown Harris Stevens agent Matthew Wynter has set a new price record with the sale of the former home of legendary singer, actress, and civil rights activist Lena Horne. As reported by Homes.com, th...

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Homes 3 months ago

A Seamless Blend of Old and New on Coveted Hudson Street

On one of Hoboken’s most coveted blocks, 926 Hudson Street stands as a rare and architecturally significant brownstone, where historic craftsmanship meets a distinctly modern design vision. Renovated...

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Homes 3 months ago

The Line: Fed’s Preferred Measure of Inflation 3% Higher than a Year Ago

Today, we’re all about inflation with the latest on PCE and CPI. Fed’s Preferred Measure of Inflation 3% Higher than a Year Ago As you loyal readers know, the Fed prefers the ...

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3 months ago

AI in Real Estate: What Buyers and Sellers Should Actually Be Paying Attention To

AI is now standard in real estate. Learn how buyers and sellers can identify the difference between generic listings and strategic property marketing that actually performs. AI didn’t replace real est...

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News + Insight 3 months ago

Bathing Beauty: Bathrooms That Draw the Eye

From architectural details to playful tile, working fireplaces, and million-dollar views, these bathrooms draw more than just a bath—they draw attention. Each one makes its own statement, with design...

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Homes 3 months ago

90 Showings, 30 Offers: A Record-Breaking Sale in Norwalk’s Cranbury Neighborhood

A recent sale in Norwalk’s Cranbury neighborhood is a shining example of how thoughtful design, strategic pricing, and full market exposure can drive exceptional results. 152 E. Rocks Road closed at $...

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Homes 3 months ago

Inside Andres Perea-Garzon’s Approach to NYC Real Estate

With over $2 billion in career sales, Andres Perea-Garzon brings a thoughtful, relationship-driven approach to New York City’s competitive real estate landscape. Recently joining Brown Harris Stevens’...

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Brand 3 months ago

The Real Estate Industry’s Reckoning on Private Listings Has Finally Arrived

There has been a growing disconnect in residential real estate between what is being marketed as innovation and what actually serves the best interests of buyers and sellers. In a recent guest post on...

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News + Insight 3 months ago

We Did It Again! Brown Harris Stevens Ranked #1 Privately Held Real Estate Brokerage in New York City

Brown Harris Stevens (BHS) has once again been named the #1 privately held real estate brokerage in New York City, according to the April 2026 rankings published by The Real Deal. Brown Harris Stevens...

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Brand 3 months ago

More Buyers spent $10M+ on Manhattan New Development Residences in Q1 than any other Quarter in the last 10 years

Manhattan’s Q1 new development market was largely driven by sales of residences priced at $10 million and above, with 56 contracts signed*, more than during any period this decade. It was up 87 percen...

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News + Insight 3 months 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...

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News + Insight 3 months ago

How to Buy Real Estate Without a Bank or Big Down Payment

The biggest reason most people never buy their first investment property is not the market. It is the money. In Episode 403 of The Build Up podcast, we sat down with Pace Morby, widely known as the cr...

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News + Insight 3 months ago

Six Standout Homes Under $2M

There’s a lot to be found under $2M. Think an expansive, light-filled apartment with skyline views in Manhattan, a Brooklyn townhouse with exposed brick and income-producing potential, and homes in th...

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Homes 3 months ago

The Year Was 1955

The Year was 1955. Dwight D. Eisenhower was in the White House, and America was in the midst of change. On December 1st, Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on a Montgomery bus, an act that helped...

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Homes 3 months ago

Discover Pre-War Elegance at 101 West 81st Street

On a tree-lined stretch of the Upper West Side—just moments from Central Park—stands The Endicott, a landmarked pre-war residence dating back to 1890. Originally conceived as a grand hotel and later t...

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Homes 3 months ago

A Guide to NYC’s Most Picturesque Springtime Spots

Spring in New York City brings a sense of renewal that’s hard to rival—tree-lined streets soften, waterfronts come alive, and parks transform into vibrant landscapes of color and activity. As the seas...

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Community + Culture 3 months ago

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