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HOW IMPORTANT IS A VIEW?
It’s one of the many questions we ask buyers when we start working together. And what kind of view? In Manhattan, a view isn’t just a feature—it’s a feeling. It’s emotional, aspirational, and often, expensive. We’re a city that s...
WHAT IS THE PRIMARY RESIDENCE CAPITAL GAINS TAX EXCLUSION?
The current tax law provides a valuable exclusion for homeowners on the sale of their primary residence (subject to a host of requirements to qualify for the exclusion). Individuals who do qualify can exclude up to $250,000 of gain, while marri...
IS 70 THE NEW 60?
That depends on who you are asking and how old they are! Retirement and when it will happen seems to be a hot topic right now as people are living much longer and staying in the workforce much longer. We used to think of retirement as a kind ...
WHY ARE PEOPLE SO IMPRESSED WITH CELEBRITIES?
A question I’ve been asking myself more and more lately. I grew up (and still am) a little Hollywood-obsessed, which is why I’m always enamored by L.A. and the buzz of “the industry” there. The thrill of it has worn off for me — but n...
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN THERE IS MORE DEMAND THAN SUPPLY?
If you took even one economics class in school, you likely remember this fundamental concept: when demand exceeds supply, prices rise. When supply exceeds demand, prices fall. That’s Economics 101 — the basic law of supply and demand. But w...
HOW MUCH OF MY COOP MAINTENANCE IS TAX DEDUCTIBLE?
I still get this question on occasion from some real estate agents, and while I don’t want to sound sarcastic or condescending, I often answer with this: “I assume you mean how much of the maintenance is potentially tax deductible?” I go ...
IS MONEY IMPORTANT TO YOU?
If you’re answering “no” to this question, maybe you are not be being completely honest with yourself! Money is important to everyone — in varying degrees and ways, of course.
WHAT DOES GREEK REVIVAL MEAN?
Greek Revival is a neoclassical style of architecture inspired by, and incorporating features of, Greek temples from the 5th century BC. It became popular in the U.S. and Europe during the first half of the 19th century. Greek Revival is inspi...