7 Housing Market Data Points That Push Back on the Doomer Narrative
Housing is expensive. Rates are higher than they were in early 2020. Home prices have gone up. Rent hasn’t exactly been a bargain either. So, when…
Category: Buyers
City of Yes Explained: What Zoning Changes Really Mean
If you’ve been hearing about the City of Yes, you’ve probably heard this idea floating around: zoning is becoming more flexible, so property values are…
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…
7 Reasons Staten Island Buyers Lose Deals and What to Fix Before Your Next Offer
You submitted a clean offer with solid financing, toured the house twice, and still watched someone else get the keys. The frustration hits harder when…
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…
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…