Tag: real estate
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In Belle Meade, a New Luxury Estate Wows and Welcomes Cryptocurrency Offers
In the vibrant city of Miami, Belle Meade has emerged as a hidden gem, a sanctuary amidst the constant flux of urban life. Nestled behind a gated entrance along Biscayne Bay, Belle Meade has quietly transformed into one of Miami’s most sought-after residential enclaves. Its allure lies in its tree-lined streets, spacious lot sizes, and…
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Connecticut Passes Bill Restricting Private Listing Networks; Similar NY Law Heads to Governor
Connecticut has become the latest state to crack down on “private” or “off-market” real estate listing networks. Governor Ned Lamont recently signed Senate Bill 340 into law, requiring residential listings to be made publicly available whenever they are publicly marketed. Under the new law, if an agent promotes a property through social media, email campaigns,…
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The Year Was 1985
The year was 1985. Ronald Reagan was in the White House, Madonna ruled the charts, shoulder pads ruled the office, and moviegoers were lining up to see Back to the Future and The Breakfast Club. It was also the year of Live Aid, the global benefit concert for Ethiopia that brought millions together through music.…
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Where Summer Is Served: Dining Al Fresco
The best table in the house this time of year usually isn’t in the house at all. From covered patios and garden courtyards to rooftop terraces and poolside setups, these five Brown Harris Stevens listings showcase some of our favorite places to dine al fresco this season. 33 Ford Road Good food deserves a good…
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A Brooklyn Brownstone with the Ultimate Bonus: Dedicated Parking in Park Slope
There are a few certainties in New York City real estate. Someone will always say they’re “waiting for the market to cool.” Someone else will spend $19 on a matcha. And in Park Slope, parking is basically folklore, whispered about in hushed tones between brownstone stoops and Prospect Park dog runs, which is why 505…
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How the Northeast Housing Surge May Reshape Renting for Gen Z
A major apartment construction boom is happening across the Northeast and it could begin reshaping the rental market for Gen Z over the next few years. According to a recent report from Realtor.com, completed multifamily housing units in the region rose 42% year over year in the first quarter of 2026, while new apartment starts…
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Rachel Glazer Returns To Brown Harris Stevens Along with Her Team
Brown Harris Stevens is excited to announce that top-producing luxury broker Rachel Glazer has rejoined the firm from Compass. Glazer launched her career at Brown Harris Stevens in 2008, and she was consistently recognized as the firm’s top downtown broker and one of New York City’s leading luxury agents. Glazer’s team closed more than $119…
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Not Your Average Floor Plan: Four Listings with Unexpected Features
Not every listing stands out for the reasons you’d expect. It’s not always about square footage or views. Sometimes it’s a surprise feature that makes you stop and look twice. An indoor handcrafted slide in Pinecrest. A triple-height basketball court in Greenwich. A private garage in the West Village with a duplex beyond it that…
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The Line: Consumer Prices Up 3.8% from a Year Ago
This week, The Line looks at prices and spending, which go together like milk and cookies. Consumer Prices Up 3.8% from a Year Ago The consumer price index rose 0.6% in April and was 3.8% higher than a year ago. The 3.8% annual increase in headline CPI was the largest in almost three years. The biggest inflation…
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Bess Freedman on Why Agents Are Walking Away From Big Box Brokerages
What’s it like to run the only privately held real estate firm in NYC’s top five brokerages? Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman shared her perspective in a recent Inman interview on the power of an independent brand in a sea of “sameness.” As mergers, acquisitions, and public-company pressures continue reshaping residential brokerage, Freedman argued…