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…
Category: Sellers
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…
How Home Appraisals Actually Work in NYC
When you’re buying or selling in Staten Island or South Brooklyn, the home appraisal can feel mysterious - yet it plays a big role in…
Boro Breakdown: Staten Island Real Estate Market This Week
This week, 53 single family homes closed across Staten Island, continuing a strong finish to the fall market.The median sale price came in at $720,000,…
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,…
Seller Advantage: Staten Island 90-Day Market Check
The past 90 days of single family activity across Staten Island continue to show a healthy and balanced market as we close out fall.There are…
What an Escrow Actually Is (NYC Real-Estate Edition)
When you’re buying a home in the NYC region, whether on Staten Island or in South Brooklyn, you’ll hear the term escrow repeatedly. It may…