Tag: real estate
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Six Standout Homes Under $2M
There’s a lot to be found under $2M. Think an expansive, light-filled apartment with skyline views in Manhattan, a Brooklyn townhouse with exposed brick and income-producing potential, and homes in the Hudson Valley, out east, and South Florida with pools, outdoor space, or a greater sense of privacy. Here’s a look at a few standout…
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The Year Was 1955
The Year was 1955. Dwight D. Eisenhower was in the White House, and America was in the midst of change. On December 1st, Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on a Montgomery bus, an act that helped ignite the civil rights movement and reshape the country’s future. At the same time, culture was…
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Spring Refresh: Homes that Feel Like a Fresh Start
Some spaces feel like a reset, light-filled, open, and easy to settle into. These homes lean into that feeling with soft textures and layouts that just make sense. There’s a sense of calm to them, but also possibility. A clean slate, just in time for spring. Here are four BHS listings that feel like a…
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The Year Was 1963
The Year Was 1963. John F. Kennedy was in the White House, Martin Luther King Jr. delivered “I Have a Dream” in Washington, and The Beatles were just beginning their rise. The Bell Jar was published, and Julia Child’s The French Chef debuted on television. It was a year defined by change and cultural momentum,…
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A Record Year, a High-Risk Pregnancy, and a Landmark Deal at 80 Clarkson
Luxury agent Marina Bernshtein achieved her best year ever—while navigating a high-risk pregnancy. Throughout the year, Bernshtein continued to manage complex, high-value transactions and demanding client relationships even when she faced thrice weekly testing for her and her unborn twin girls. Bernshtein discovered she was pregnant with twins at the age of 40, which came…
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The Final Opportunity at The Treadwell: A Crown-Jewel Penthouse on the Upper East Side
The Treadwell, developed by DART Interests and Zeckendorf Development, is now nearly sold out. The last opportunity to purchase a sponsor unit is the building, designed by INC Architecture & Design, is its crown-jewel penthouse. The full-floor penthouse, the building’s only one, features 2,900-square-foot, four-bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and four terraces, allowing for seamless indoor-outdoor living…
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Homes That Feel Like a Vacation (No Passport Required)
Spring break usually involves a flight, a hotel, and at least one overpacked bag. But some homes make all of that feel optional. With tropical landscaping, waterfront views, and gardens that feel quietly transportive, these properties deliver the kind of setting you’d normally have to travel for. They practically come with a piña colada, sunscreen,…
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How to Invest Passively in Real Estate Without Losing Your Shirt
Most people assume real estate investing means buying a property and managing it yourself. But there is another way to build wealth through real estate without ever being a landlord. In Episode 402 of The Build Up podcast, we sat down with Brian Burke, President and CEO of Praxis Capital and author of The Hands-Off…
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Dear Buyers, Days On Market Are Facts!
In my newest Inman opinion piece, I argue that days on market and price changes are not optional narratives — they are facts! Buyers rely on these signals to make informed decisions, and the broader market depends on transparency to operate fairly and efficiently. Hiding metrics or pretending a property is somehow “not really on…
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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…