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Quoted in Forbes: Why Short-Term Rentals Are Disappearing in Cities Like New York and Los Angeles

  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

Cities to Buy a Home: Travel + Leisure Feature

  Travel + Leisure asked real estate experts to identify U.S. cities where buyers may still find relative value before growth, demand, and limited supply place greater pressure on home prices. I was pleased to contribute perspective to Lydia Mansel’s article, “9 U.S. Cities to Buy a Home in Before Prices Soar, According to Real Estate Experts.” My comments focus on Houston, Cincinnati, and Continue Reading

Navigating Rising Maintenance and Common Charges in NYC and Beyond

  As we enter the budget season for co-ops, condos, and homeowners’ associations (HOAs) across New York and the United States, there’s a growing concern about rising maintenance fees, common charges, and HOA dues. If you’ve been watching your building's financials or browsing new listings, you've likely noticed that maintenance charges and condo fees have risen significantly over the past Continue Reading

Understanding Maintenance Fees in NYC Co-ops and Condos: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

  A Guide to Maintenance Fees in NYC Co-ops and Condos If you're looking to buy or sell a co-op or condo in New York City, one of the most important financial considerations is understanding maintenance fees (co-op) or common charges (condo). These fees are crucial to determining your overall monthly costs and can vary widely by building. The average monthly co-op maintenance in Continue Reading

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