Author: Maryann Johnson
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FIFA Fever in New York City
World Cup…How Sport can Bring the Whole World Together…Just like the melting Pot that is NYC. FIFA Fever has taken over NYC…We saw the Norwegian Row in Times Square and on the subway in their bright red jerseys to everyone’s delight. Fans sporting their colorful countries jerseys, from all over the world have descended upon NYC and are loving our fast-paced lifestyle, food and energy. Just like…
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What NYC Was Like the Last Time the Knicks Won The NBA Championship
The NY Knickerbockers are the NBA Champions following a 53 year drought. I’d like to spot light what the city was like 53 years ago. Given this 53-year reflection, I started to think about where I was and what real estate values 53 years ago. It was 1973, and my parents purchased the home I…
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Can You Really Have It All: What does Amenity Rich Living Really Mean?
Can you really have it all? What does amenity rich living mean to you, and how important is it in your decision-making process? These questions came to mind as I recently began working with a remarkable client. After 45 years with the airlines, having traveled extensively, speaking several languages and having lived abroad in Italy,…
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Pet Peeves: The Wild, Wonderful & Occasionally Wacky World of NYC Pet Policies
The idea for this piece began with a recent sale I had on the Upper East Side. While the buyer’s dog was not classified as an “aggressive” breed, he exceeded the building’s weight limit. Does the board do a weigh-in? Would a pet owner ever consider not moving because of pet policy restrictions? In New…
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Spring in the City: Preparing for the NYC Selling Season
After what always feels like a long New York winter, given the number of blizzards this season, the signs of spring are finally beginning to appear. The days are getting longer, the parks are filling up again, and the real estate market is starting to wake up. In New York City, spring is traditionally the most active time of…
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Reflections on 2025: City Lights, Neighborhood Stories, and Looking Ahead
As the year comes to an end, I find myself reflecting on 2025 with gratitude. This is one of the rare moments in the real estate world when things slow down just enough for us to catch our breath. The week between Christmas and New Year’s Eve traditionally sees limited activity—everyone is in holiday mode,…
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Timing the Market: Why Every Season Holds Opportunity in NYC Real Estate
By Maryann C. Johnson, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson One of the most frequent questions I’m asked is, “When is the ideal time to sell my home?” In most markets, the answer might be seasonal. But New York City is not “most markets.” Here, real estate follows the rhythm of the city itself — dynamic, fast-moving,…