Manhattan Market Intelligence

Earlier this month, industry analysts noted that real estate activity is expected to increase as more buyers adapt to current mortgage rates and return to the market. With tight inventory keeping competition strong, we may see modest price growth this year. As real estate’s busiest season approaches in just two months, now is the perfect time to start planning if you're considering listing your property. I always advise my clients to begin preparations at least two months in

The saying 'New Year, New You' isn’t just about personal growth—it’s also a great opportunity to refresh your surroundings. If updating your home décor is on your mind, the new year brings a wealth of design trend insights for 2025 to help guide your choices and spark inspiration. Elle Decor’s A-List designers have shared their predictions for the top interior design trends of 2025 , highlighting recurring themes of wellness, relaxation, and comfort—fitting ideas as we close

First, I want to take a moment to send our thoughts to our friends on the West Coast. If you're looking for ways to help, I've included some helpful links at the bottom of this post. Meanwhile, here on the East Coast, Manhattan’s residential market closed Q4 2024 on an unexpected high note. A combination of lower prices, a decline in mortgage rates, and a strong economy unleashed latent demand, driving sales higher. This surge reduced inventory levels and significantly shor

Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a chance to relax and recharge during the holidays. As we step into 2025, let’s dive straight into what experts and industry colleagues are predicting for the year ahead. For starters, Bank of America recently forecasted a 2.0% increase in U.S. home prices this year , reflecting a slower growth rate compared to last year. This marks a decline from the 4.7% increase they projected back in June. Closer to home here in New York, the unexpect