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In the News

Turning cubicles to condos: The pros and cons of office-to-residential conversions in NYC

  In the News 📰 | Office-to-Residential Conversions in NYC Thank you to Dana Schulz and 6sqft for this thoughtful and timely deep dive into one of the most important housing conversations happening in New York City right now: the ongoing wave of office-to-residential conversions. I’m honored to be quoted in the piece and to contribute to an issue that impacts nearly every New Yorker,  Continue Reading

When Wall Street Optimism Meets Main Street Reality

Wall Street confidence doesn’t always equal Main Street affordability. It was a privilege to contribute insights to Brian O’Connell’s article for @NTDNews on the latest data around rising household costs nationwide. The findings highlight a critical reality: while markets project stability, everyday families continue to feel pressure from elevated mortgage rates and historically high home Continue Reading

CEMA: A Strategy to Save Money at the Closing Table

Closing costs: average cost and how to calculate

    In the News: I Was Quoted in ConsumerAffairs on Closing Costs I was recently featured in a ConsumerAffairs article titled “Closing Costs: Average Cost and How to Calculate,” where I shared insights on what homebuyers should expect when it comes to closing costs — and how to prepare for them. In the article, I explain how closing costs typically range from 2% to 5% of a home’s Continue Reading

Exciting Feature: 6 First-Time Homebuyer Tips for Gen Z, According to Real Estate Experts

  I am thrilled to announce that I was recently featured in GoBankingRates' article: "6 First-Time Homebuyer Tips for Gen Z." This was an incredible opportunity to share my insights alongside top industry experts.  The article discusses how Gen Z can successfully navigate the homebuying process. As many of you know, the path to homeownership can seem daunting, especially for younger Continue Reading

Who Wants An Apartment In New York City

  I’m thrilled to share my insights on moving to New York City in a recent article by Kiri Blakeley for Realtor.com! 🗽 The piece delves into the current rental landscape. Furthermore, revealing that the median rent in the city is now around $3,419. A significant interest coming from both residents and out-of-state movers. A heartfelt thank you to Kiri and Realtor.com for highlighting Continue Reading

Mastering Your Listing Photos

    📸 Elevate Your Home's First Impression! Karen Kostiw, a licensed real estate agent with Coldwell Banker Warburg, was recently featured in Apartment Therapy's article "These 3 Mistakes Ruin Your Listing Photos." With insights from experts like Karen, the article highlights essential tips to ensure your listing photos attract potential Continue Reading

Ten (“10”) Real Estate Descriptions -What’s Wrong?

 el   Featured in House Beautiful: A Closer Look at Real Estate Descriptions  Ten ("10") Real Estate Descriptions That Tell You Something Is SERIOUSLY Wrong With the House,” by Brittany Anas. This piece explores how common real estate jargon can sometimes mask underlying issues in property listings.  Having my insights featured in House Beautiful's recent article is Continue Reading

🚿 6 Bathroom Features That Could Decrease Your Home Value 🚿💸

  🚿 6 Bathroom Features That Could Decrease Your Home Value 🚿💸 I'm excited to share that I’ve been featured in Carissa Chesanek’s latest article on bathroom features that might hurt your home’s resale value! 🏡✨ If you're thinking about selling or just want to make sure your bathroom is buyer-friendly, check out these key Continue Reading

 What To Do If Your Landlord Raises Your Rent 🏠📈

   What To Do If Your Landlord Raises Your Rent 🏠📈 Exciting news! 🎉 I’m thrilled to be featured in Helen Carefoot's insightful guide on handling rent increases! 🌟 If you’re facing a rent hike, don’t worry—you might have more leverage than you think. From understanding your lease to leveraging local tenant unions and negotiating smartly, this article is Continue Reading

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