What’s In, What’s Out: Home Design Trends to Watch in 2026
Back in 2020 and 2021, when we were spending almost all our time at home, design priorities changed almost overnight. Dining rooms turned into offices. Spare…
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Boro Breakdown: Staten Island Real Estate Market This Week
This week, 50 single family homes closed across Staten Island. The median sale price landed at $677,500, which keeps the market sitting comfortably in the…
What an Attorney Actually Does in a NY Real Estate Deal
New York is one of the few states where using an attorney for a residential real estate transaction is the norm, not an option. But…
The Art Of Negotiating Repairs Without Losing the Deal
The inspection is one of the most important steps in the home buying process. If it reveals unexpected problems with the house, the sale can…
Boro Breakdown: Staten Island Real Estate Market This Week
This week, 32 single family homes closed across Staten Island, a lighter count that lines up with late-season pacing.The median sale price came in at…
Seller Advantage: Staten Island 90-Day Market Check
The last 90 days of single family activity across Staten Island paint a consistent picture. No major swings, no surprises. What you have right now…
Understanding the Universal Affordability Preference (UAP) Under New NYC “City of Yes” Zoning
One of the most significant zoning updates for housing in New York City is the Universal Affordability Preference or UAP, introduced under the City of…
How to Spot Plumbing Problems Before They Become Disasters
Plumbing problems are some of the most expensive issues Staten Island and South Brooklyn homeowners face. Old cast iron stacks, aging copper supply lines and…
Seller Advantage: Staten Island 90-Day Market Check
The past 90 days show a consistent, steady Staten Island market. No drama, no collapse, and no surge. Just a predictable rhythm where well-priced homes…
91% of Sellers Used an Agent in 2025. Here’s What They Value Most
If you’ve seen the headlines lately, you might think no one trusts real estate agents anymore. Between the big National Association of Realtors (NAR) lawsuit,…