Luxury Real Estate Is Playing by Different Rules   For years, we’ve talked about how New York City real estate behaves differently than most U.S. markets. But within NYC, there’s an even more distinct segment—luxury real estate. Increasingly, the ultra-luxury market is no longer moving in step with the broader housing market. It’s operating on its own timeline, driven by different forces and buyer motivations.   Recent reporting on high-end home sales across major cities   po

What the Fed’s Pause Means for NYC Real Estate Right Now   This week, the Federal Reserve chose to hold interest rates steady  rather than move forward with another cut. While that decision plays out nationally, its meaning is more nuanced in New York City, a market where a large share of transactions are all-cash and financing works differently than in most parts of the country.   At the same time, new data shows mortgage demand slipping and refinancing activity slowing as r

What to Expect from the NYC Spring 2026 Market: More Listings, More Buyers, More Competition   Spring has always been New York City’s most active real estate season, and most buyers and sellers already know that. But what’s shaping up for this coming spring looks meaningfully different from what we’ve seen in recent years.   The city is likely heading into a busier-than-normal spring market , fueled by rising inventory, returning buyer demand, and renewed confidence. While mo

All-Cash Deals Hit a Record High in NYC: What It Means for Buyers and Sellers   A growing share of New York City home sales in 2025 were completed without financing, and according to recent reporting, all-cash transactions reached a record high  for the year. While this trend is especially pronounced at the luxury end of the market, it’s increasingly shaping negotiations, pricing strategies, and expectations across all price points.   In a city where co-op rules, jumbo loan r