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October 12, 2026
How Did Manhattan Real Estate Perform in the Third Quarter of 2026?
Michael J. Franco breaks down Manhattan's Q3 2026 real estate market: sales volume, median prices, inventory, and what it means for buyers and sellers.
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September 8, 2026
Why New York City Needs 700,000 New Apartments
According to a report by NYC’s HPD and Department of City Planning, New York City faces a shortfall of 700,000 homes over the next decade. Explore how historic building booms like the 1920s tax exemption compare to today’s inventory crunch—and what real estate scarcity means for buyers, sellers, and property values in Manhattan.
September 8, 2026
Have New York City Co-ops Become Undervalued?
Manhattan co-ops now trade at a 20% to 35% discount compared to condos. Explore the historical evolution of cooperative housing—from Gilded Age "French Flats" to modern board requirements—and discover why co-ops present exceptional value for primary residence buyers seeking pre-war architecture and spatial efficiency.
October 2, 2026
Why September Is the Best Month in New York City — And What It Means for the Real Estate Market
Michael J. Franco on why September in Manhattan is unmatched — the energy, the culture, the weather, and why the fall real estate market is one of the best windows of the year for serious buyers and sellers.
October 2, 2026
Can a New York City Neighborhood Completely Transform? Lower Manhattan Is the Answer.
On the 25th anniversary of September 11, Michael J. Franco examines how Lower Manhattan transformed from a deserted financial district into one of New York City's most dynamic residential neighborhoods — and what it tells us about the future of the city.
October 2, 2026
Why Fall Is One of the Best Times to Buy an Apartment in Manhattan — And How to Use It
Michael J. Franco breaks down why the fall real estate market in Manhattan creates a rare window for buyers — more inventory, less competition, and more motivated sellers — and how to take advantage of it before it closes.
October 2, 2026
The Price of the Apartment vs. the Cost of the Money: What Manhattan Buyers Need to Understand Right Now
Michael J. Franco breaks down how mortgage rates actually work, what the Federal Reserve does and does not control, and how buyers at different price points in Manhattan should be thinking about rate sensitivity right now.
September 8, 2026
Is $1 Million Still a Lot of Money in New York City?
While $1 million remains a significant sum, inflation has dramatically eroded its purchasing power over time. Discover how inflation alters property value, why a fixed-rate mortgage can turn inflation into an asset, and how unadjusted thresholds like NYC's 1989 Mansion Tax impact today’s Manhattan real estate market.
September 8, 2026
Do You Only Get One Chance to Debut a Manhattan Listing?
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February 12, 2026
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