Manhattan Market Intelligence

The Spring Market Isn’t Over Just Yet Many people assume the market begins to slow after Memorial Day as summer plans take priority. Yet conversations across the industry suggest buyer activity remains steady, particularly for properties that are priced appropriately and require little work after closing. While today’s buyers may be more selective than they were during the pandemic-era frenzy, that does not necessarily mean they have disappeared. Buyers Are Still Engage

Now That the Pied-à-Terre Tax Has Passed, What Comes Next? Earlier this year, we discussed the proposed pied-à-terre tax and what it could mean for New York City real estate. With the legislation now approved and scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2026, the conversation is shifting from speculation to implementation. While the tax has generated strong reactions from both supporters and opponents, property owners are increasingly focused on a more practical question—Wha

Why Building Financials Matter More Than Ever in NYC Real Estate In New York City real estate, buyers have always paid close attention to purchase price. Increasingly, however, many are placing just as much focus on what comes after the closing—monthly carrying costs. Maintenance fees, common charges, insurance-related expenses, assessments, and overall building financial health are becoming just as important parts of the buying conversation, particularly as monthly costs

The Small Seller Mistakes That Can Impact a Sale In today’s real estate market, sellers often focus heavily on pricing, but some of the mistakes that can impact a sale begin well before a property officially hits the market. Presentation, preparation, marketing strategy, and early decision-making can all influence how buyers perceive a listing and, ultimately, how a property performs once it goes live. And in a market where buyers have become increasingly selective, even