Author: Hannah Minnick
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Sky-High Style in the Heart of Harlem
Harlem is a vibrant neighborhood where rich history, iconic architecture, and a thriving arts scene create an unmatched energy. With access to multiple parks, shopping destinations, and cultural hotspots, Harlem combines the excitement of city living with a strong sense of community. It’s within this dynamic setting that 140 West 124th Street, #8A, offers a…
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Designing with Purpose: A Conversation with Bonnie Steves
Bonnie Steves, founding principal of the award-winning BJS-Assoc Interior Design, has built a reputation for creating interiors that are both sophisticated and highly livable. Her work balances timeless elegance with contemporary sensibilities, producing spaces that reflect the personality and lifestyle of each client. Drawing inspiration from nature, art, fashion, travel, and historical design movements, Bonnie…
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A Home for Every Book Lover: BHS Listings Near NYC Bookstores
New York City’s independent bookstores are more than places to buy books — they’re cornerstones of community, creativity, and character. From the timeless charm of Three Lives & Company in the West Village to the scholarly atmosphere of Argosy Bookstore on East 59th Street, these shops give each neighborhood a distinct literary heartbeat. Whether you’re searching for a first…
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Nada Rizk Breaks Upper East Side Record with Landmark Sale
Brown Harris Stevens is proud to celebrate yet another milestone in luxury real estate. Nada Rizk of the Greene Rizk Team recently achieved the highest pre-war condominium closing on the Upper East Side this year, with her sale of 988 Fifth Avenue. Consistently ranked among the Top 1% of agents at BHS and recognized as…
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1035 Park Ave: The Prewar Penthouse that Has it All
A true Park Avenue gem, 1035 Park Avenue is a full-floor residence with an unparalleled combination of prewar elegance and modern luxury. This listing is currently on the market for $6,150,000 and represented by Frans H. Preidel. Surrounded by over 2,000 square feet of meticulously landscaped, 360-degree wraparound terrace, it offers an extraordinary level of…
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Local Legacy, Fresh Perspective: Tristan Remkus on Joining BHS Sag Harbor
This week we spotlight Tristan Remkus, a Rising Star Agent who was previously with Serhant and has recently joined BHS’ Sag Harbor Office. A Hamptons native with family roots spanning nearly 200 years in the early 1800’s, Tristan brings both a strong social media knowledge base and a fresh business perspective. In his Spotlight interview, Tristan…
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Brooklyn’s Waterfront Boom Fuels Record Prices
Brooklyn’s waterfront neighborhoods are undergoing a transformation — and the price tags are reflecting it according to new research from Brown Harris Stevens Development Marketing. In Q3 2025, closed sponsor sales in Brooklyn hit a record $1,490 per square foot, driven largely by high-profile developments like Williamsburg Wharf and One Domino Square. These two projects…
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Celebrating International Podcast Day with the MoRE Network
This International Podcast Day, we’re celebrating the incredible success of Brown Harris Stevens’ Mastery of Real Estate Network (MoRE)—the premier podcast and video network for all things real estate. Launched in November 2023, MoRE was created to provide meaningful, relevant content in an era when traditional media outlets are dwindling. From our state-of-the-art Studio 1873,…
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Meet Joseph Ulam: Closing Deals and Opening Conversations on “Becoming Brokerage”
This week we spotlight Joseph Ulam, an agent who has been with the Union Square office for over 10 years. Having closed more than 500 transactions, he brings deep experience and sharp insight to every deal. Joseph is also the host of Becoming Brokerage, a new podcast highlighting the stories and skills behind successful real…
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Bess Freedman on the State of the Luxury Real Estate Market: Insights from Bloomberg and CNBC
Last week, Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman recently shared her insights on the luxury real estate market in interviews on Bloomberg Markets and CNBC’s Market Alert. Freedman highlighted how mortgage rates, while a major talking point, have less impact on high-end buyers, many of whom purchase with cash. Still, she emphasized that housing affordability…