Tag: manhattan
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If These Homes were Coffee Orders: Real Estate with a Caffeinated Twist
Some homes feel like caffeine for the soul. Warm, bold, maybe a little sweet—kind of like your go-to coffee order. So, we brewed up something fun: a lineup of listings to match your morning pick-me-up. Whether you’re a latte loyalist, an espresso enthusiast, or committed to your cold brew, these picks are brewed to perfection.…
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The Line: September Job Growth Much Higher than Expected
This week, we finally have a BLS Employment report, but unfortunately it’s for September. Welcome to the “you get what you get, and you don’t get upset” edition of The Line. September Job Growth Much Higher than Expected Payrolls rose by 119,000 in September, which easily crushed the50,000 Dow Jones estimate. Here are the other highlights of the report:…
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50-Year Mortgages Explained: Why They Likely Won’t Apply to NYC Buyers
The proposed introduction of a 50-year mortgage, discussed recently by the White House, is generating a lot of conversation nationwide. Supporters argue it could help improve affordability for first-time buyers, while critics warn it may extend debt burdens and inflate home prices even further. But one question matters most for New Yorkers: Would a 50-year…
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Get to Know Union Square’s Top Agent: Elise Ehrlich
This week we spotlight Elise Ehrlich, a consistently top-performing agent in our Union Square Office, ranked in the Top 5% companywide and recognized on Real Trends’ America’s Best Agents list. In her Spotlight interview, she shares why BHS still feels like home, reveals her favorite pet-friendly spot in the city, breaks down where she sees…
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Op-Ed: Manhattan is Doing Just Fine
Have you heard that people are fleeing Manhattan? The headlines say it over and over, but the reality tells a very different story. In my latest commentary for RISMedia, I look at what the data and our daily experience in the market actually show: no mass exodus, no panic selling, and an underlying strength that…
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Give Back: Thanksgiving Food Drives Accepting Donations this Year
As the season of gratitude arrives, communities across NYC, the Hamptons, New Jersey, and Florida are rallying together to support neighbors in need. Thanksgiving is not only a time to gather with loved ones, but also an opportunity to reflect on the importance of generosity. This year, numerous organizations are hosting food drives and donation…
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Where Literary Legends Lived: A Storied Penthouse Above the East River
Perched atop one of Beekman and Sutton Place’s most stunning residences sits a home unlike any other in Manhattan—a duplex penthouse where Art Deco architecture, literary history, and sweeping skyline views converge: 444 East 52nd Street. The home is currently on the market for $4.5 million and represented by Paul Anand, Bonnie Goldner, and Theron…
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NYC Luxury Market Surges After Election Week: Why Confidence Remains High
Following an already strong fall season, Manhattan’s luxury market showed no signs of slowing down after election week. Luxury contracts soared during the second week of November, marking the strongest performance since May and signaling renewed buyer confidence across the high-end market. Momentum Carries Through Fall Even amid the uncertainty surrounding New York City’s mayoral election,…
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Christopher Halstead Promoted to Chief Strategy Officer at Brown Harris Stevens
NEW YORK, NY (November 13, 2025) — Brown Harris Stevens (BHS), one of the nation’s premier privately held real estate firms, is proud to announce that Christopher Halstead has been promoted to Chief Strategy Officer. In this expanded role, Halstead will oversee the implementation of new company-wide initiatives, streamline operations and efficiencies across regions, and assist with office…
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Honoring Service: How the Marines Shaped John Dugan’s Life and Perspective
Before helping clients navigate New York City’s competitive real estate market, John Dugan of Brown Harris Stevens’ Skyline Advisory Team served his country as an Infantry Combat Team Leader in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he led missions overseas with grit and determination. “My time in the Marines was incredible. It was the best of…