Seller Advantage: Staten Island 90-Day Market Check
The last 90 days continue to show a market that is stable, selective, and unforgiving to sloppy pricing.There are 606 active single family listings on…
Author: Joseph Ranola
A Market Shift Is Giving Buyers the Upper Hand Again
If you’re looking to buy a home in 2026, and you’ve been waiting for the housing market to feel a little less stacked against you,…
Why January Is the Cheapest Month to Buy a Home
If you’re chomping at the bit to buy a home this year, right now could be the best month to make your move. I know, I…
Discovering Why Starter Homes Aren’t Cheap in Staten Island
The median price for a starter home in Staten Island has jumped 40% since 2020, leaving many first-time buyers scratching their heads and wondering what…
Understanding Your Staten Island Property Tax Increase and What to Do Now
Your property tax bill just jumped by hundreds of dollars per month, yet you haven't renovated your kitchen or added a deck to your Staten…
Boro Breakdown: Staten Island Real Estate Market This Week
Staten Island recorded 40 single family closings this week. Volume pulled back from prior weeks, and the pace clearly slowed, but the market remains functional…
Prices Up and Days on Market Up in Staten Island and South Brooklyn
In Staten Island and South Brooklyn, it is possible for prices to rise while homes also take longer to sell. This often confuses buyers and…
Why Ignoring Buyer Agency Agreements Can Cost You in NYC
Most NYC homebuyers sign buyer agency agreements without fully grasping what they're committing to, and this lack of understanding can lead to thousands of dollars…
Why High-Producing Agents Are Leaving Traditional Brokerages
A recent analysis of MLS data reveals that 34% of top-performing real estate agents in New York City switched brokerages within the past 18 months,…
The Buyer Mistakes That Cost the Most Money in Staten Island Real Estate
Why Buyer Regret Often Starts Before the OfferIn Staten Island and South Brooklyn, buyer regret rarely comes from one bad negotiation. It usually starts earlier,…