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Downtown Brooklyn: A Market Report from Agents Who Live There
Neighborhoods·August 9, 2026

Downtown Brooklyn: A Market Report from Agents Who Live There

A deep look at Downtown Brooklyn from agents who have lived at 11 Hoyt since 2021 — the buildings one by one, the transit case, who actually buys here, what daily life is like, and what buyers and sellers should understand before transacting.

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Real Estate Commissions in NYC in 2026: What to Ask, What It Covers, What's Negotiable
NYC Info·August 2, 2026

Real Estate Commissions in NYC in 2026: What to Ask, What It Covers, What's Negotiable

An open conversation about how agent compensation actually works in Manhattan and Brooklyn — how fees are structured, what they cover, what changed recently, and the questions worth putting to anyone you are considering hiring.

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How to Interview a Listing Agent in NYC: 12 Questions and the Answers to Listen For
Seller's Corner·July 26, 2026

How to Interview a Listing Agent in NYC: 12 Questions and the Answers to Listen For

The 12 questions every Manhattan and Brooklyn seller should ask before signing a listing agreement — what a strong answer sounds like, what should worry you, and how to tell a real strategy from a well-rehearsed pitch.

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Buying New Development in NYC: The 2026 Guide to Sponsor Units and Offering Plans
Buyer's Corner·July 19, 2026

Buying New Development in NYC: The 2026 Guide to Sponsor Units and Offering Plans

What the brochure does not tell you about buying new construction in Manhattan and Brooklyn — how to read an offering plan, why projected common charges run low, what sponsors will actually negotiate, and the tax abatement cliff nobody mentions.

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The NYC Co-op Board Approval Process: A Complete 2026 Guide
Buyer's Corner·July 12, 2026

The NYC Co-op Board Approval Process: A Complete 2026 Guide

How co-op board approval actually works in Manhattan and Brooklyn — the financial benchmarks boards apply, what goes in the package, how the interview works, and the honest reasons qualified buyers get turned down.

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NYC Closing Costs in 2026: The Complete Breakdown for Buyers and Sellers
NYC Info·June 28, 2026

NYC Closing Costs in 2026: The Complete Breakdown for Buyers and Sellers

What it actually costs to close in New York City — condo, co-op, townhouse, and new development, on both sides of the deal. Mansion tax, transfer taxes, mortgage recording tax, flip taxes, and three worked examples.

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First-Time Home Buyer's Guide to NYC: What You Need to Know Before You Buy in Manhattan or Brooklyn
Buyer's Corner·June 20, 2026

First-Time Home Buyer's Guide to NYC: What You Need to Know Before You Buy in Manhattan or Brooklyn

Buying your first home in New York City is one of the biggest decisions of your life. The process is layered, the terminology is unfamiliar, and the stakes are high. This guide cuts through the noise.

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How to Sell Your Manhattan or Brooklyn Home in 2026: The Complete Seller's Guide
Seller's Corner·June 14, 2026

How to Sell Your Manhattan or Brooklyn Home in 2026: The Complete Seller's Guide

Selling in New York City in 2026 requires strategy, preparation, and the right representation. Here is what the market looks like right now — and how to position your home to achieve the best possible outcome.

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How to Buy a Brownstone or Townhouse in Brooklyn: The Complete 2026 Guide
Buyer's Corner·June 8, 2026

How to Buy a Brownstone or Townhouse in Brooklyn: The Complete 2026 Guide

Buying a Brooklyn brownstone or townhouse is one of the most rewarding real estate decisions you can make — and one of the most complex. Here is everything you need to know before you make an offer.

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NYC Pied-à-Terre Tax 2026: What Second-Home Buyers in Manhattan and Brooklyn Need to Know
Market News·June 2, 2026

NYC Pied-à-Terre Tax 2026: What Second-Home Buyers in Manhattan and Brooklyn Need to Know

NYC's new pied-à-terre tax starts July 1, 2026 — an annual surcharge on $5M+ second homes for non-residents. Here's who pays, how much, and what buyers should do now.

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Condo vs. Co-op in NYC: A 2026 Buyer's Guide to Choosing the Right Apartment
NYC Info·May 26, 2026

Condo vs. Co-op in NYC: A 2026 Buyer's Guide to Choosing the Right Apartment

The difference between a condo and a co-op in NYC isn't just a legal structure — it can shape your financing, approval process, monthly costs, resale value, and long-term strategy.

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How to Choose the Right Real Estate Agent in Manhattan or Brooklyn: 2026 Guide
NYC Real Estate·May 24, 2026

How to Choose the Right Real Estate Agent in Manhattan or Brooklyn: 2026 Guide

Choosing the right real estate agent in NYC is about finding an advisor who understands how the market actually works — building by building, block by block, and negotiation by negotiation.

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