The Disappearing Middle Ground in Housing Why Housing Flexibility Matters When people think about housing, they often focus on two choices: renting or buying. What receives less attention is housing flexibility. For years, flexible housing options helped people navigate life's transitions. They served relocating executives, buyers exploring neighborhoods before purchasing, families Continue Reading
Manhattan enters the second half of January with a market that feels tight and slightly sluggish after the holidays and cold winter weather. Supply rebuilds very slowly, while buyer activity already runs ahead of last year, keeping leverage balanced for realistic participants. Where supply really stands Manhattan inventory sits around 4,949 listings, up about 1% this week, which Continue Reading
By Karen Kostiw | Coldwell Banker Warburg Manhattan Real Estate, September 15 Market Trends The Manhattan real estate snapshot for September 15 highlights a pivotal fall market. Activity picked up across co-ops, condos, and luxury properties. Traditionally one of the busiest seasons of the year, September continues to attract both new listings and active buyers across co-ops, condos, and Continue Reading
Unlocking Mortgage Recording Tax Savings in NYC: The Power of Loan Assignments In the high-stakes New York real estate market, buyers face many expenses that can significantly add to closing costs. One of the largest is the mortgage recording tax, but there’s a way to save—by taking advantage of a loan assignment process through a Consolidation, Extension, and Continue Reading
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
| 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
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