Tag: real estate
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AI in Real Estate: What Buyers and Sellers Should Actually Be Paying Attention To
AI is now standard in real estate. Learn how buyers and sellers can identify the difference between generic listings and strategic property marketing that actually performs. AI didn’t replace real estate agents. It exposed them. Over the past year, AI has become part of nearly every listing. From property descriptions to virtual staging to marketing…
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Bathing Beauty: Bathrooms That Draw the Eye
From architectural details to playful tile, working fireplaces, and million-dollar views, these bathrooms draw more than just a bath—they draw attention. Each one makes its own statement, with design taking the lead. All worth a closer look. 926 Hudson Street A spa-like bath with a freestanding soaking tub set against beautifully restored stained glass windows…
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How to Buy Real Estate Without a Bank or Big Down Payment
The biggest reason most people never buy their first investment property is not the market. It is the money. In Episode 403 of The Build Up podcast, we sat down with Pace Morby, widely known as the creative finance guy and founder of the SubTo community, to break down how investors are buying 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,…