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…
Category: Buyers
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…
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,…
What the Latest Staten Island Market Data Actually Shows About Buyers and Sellers
Why Local Market Data MattersNational housing headlines often fail to capture how local markets actually behave. Staten Island and South Brooklyn frequently move on different…
The Fine Print On HOA Rules Buyers Often Miss
An HOA can offer a great deal of value to homeowners, but it can also impose a lot of restrictions. Unfortunately, homeowners often find themselves…
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…
The City of Yes Explained for Staten Island and South Brooklyn Property Owners
Why the City of Yes Is So Often MisunderstoodThe City of Yes initiative has generated significant discussion across New York City, including Staten Island and…
Why 40% of Homeowners Are Mortgage-Free (and What It Means for You)
Home equity is one of the most overlooked sources of financial stability. And with national data showing that 40.3% of U.S. homeowners now own their…
How Interest Rates Actually Affect Your Buying Power
Interest rates can have an enormous impact on the state of the housing market. A change of just one percentage point can significantly affect supply,…