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Archives for July 2025

Strategic Home Pricing NYC | Karen Kostiw Real Estate

  When it comes to selling a home, many sellers instinctively believe that pricing it above market value gives them room to negotiate. It feels logical—start high, and settle somewhere in the middle. But in today’s fast-moving real estate market, this strategy can backfire dramatically. The Counterintuitive Truth: Lower Pricing Can Lead to Higher Returns Strategically pricing Continue Reading

NYC Final Walk-Through Checklist Before Closing

    | Real Estate Tips by Karen Kostiw Are you preparing for your final walk-through before closing on a condo, co-op, or apartment in New York City? The walk-through is one of the most critical steps in the NYC homebuying process—and it's often the last chance to ensure the property is in the agreed-upon condition. As a trusted NYC real estate agent, Karen Kostiw offers this Continue Reading

15 Negotiation Strategies NYC Luxury Buyers Can Use—Beyond Price

  By Karen Kostiw, Coldwell Banker Global Luxury – New York City As a former Wall Street mortgage analyst turned luxury real estate broker, I understand that your time is valuable and every detail matters. In New York City’s high-end market, your most substantial advantage isn’t negotiating down the price—it’s structuring the transaction with precision. For busy Continue Reading

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