Almost a year ago, New York City passed the FARE Act, which prevents real estate agents from collecting broker fees from tenants when the landlord hires an agent to list their apartment. The whole thing got a good amount of attention—people claimed that free-market rents would increase if the law was changed. I’ve been a… Read more »
Are you an investor looking for a cash-flowing property in North Brooklyn (Bushwick / Bed-Stuy)? Contact me. I’m currently in touch with two property owners who are looking to sell their buildings off-market. One property is finishing renovations, while the other is fully complete with tenants already in place. Both are expected to trade at… Read more »
If you own a commercial property in Brooklyn, one question matters more than anything else: “Am I getting the highest possible rent for my space?” I recently worked with the owner of a building at 313 Knickerbocker Avenue in Bushwick to lease both of their commercial units—and the results highlight what it takes to maximize… Read more »
For years, the prevailing narrative in New York City was that there simply wasn’t enough housing to go around. But lately, walking the streets and working in real estate, I’m seeing new development everywhere—and it feels like NYC housing development is finally gaining real momentum. How Zoning Changes Are Reshaping NYC Real Estate Recent zoning… Read more »
When it comes to renting your apartment in Williamsburg, there are a few things to consider: amenities inside the apartment, cleanliness of the building, and exactly where in Williamsburg the property is. The reality is that you don’t have to go overboard with renovations when you’re looking to rent an apartment. The apartment should just… Read more »
I’ve always found it interesting how NYC legislation can affect the value of different types of buildings, though I probably shouldn’t be surprised. Recent legislation has dramatically increased the value of manufacturing buildings in Brooklyn (especially along Atlantic Avenue on the border of Bed-Stuy and Crown Heights) over the past few years. The City of… Read more »
Need help renting an apartment in NYC? Call me: 917-727-4309 If you’re a landlord trying to price your Bushwick apartment for rent, there are several important factors that determine how much rent you can realistically achieve. Understanding these factors can help you avoid overpricing (which leads to longer vacancy) or underpricing (which leaves money on… Read more »
Whether a renter has a cat or a dog can be a dealbreaker in the New York City rental market, so it’s critical to clarify a landlord’s pet policy upfront. Doing so helps avoid wasted showings and frustration for both landlords and prospective tenants.
If you’re a landlord preparing to rent an apartment in New York City, renovations can feel like the obvious next step. Many owners assume that upgrading an apartment will automatically allow them to charge more rent. In reality, not all improvements lead to higher rental prices — and some renovations simply waste money.
If your goal is to rent your apartment faster and maximize rent, it’s important to focus only on upgrades that tenants actually care about.
Selling Development Sites Off Market in NYC: A Bushwick Case Study In many cases, I prefer selling commercial properties off market. There’s less pressure to publicly list the property, and it allows me to work quickly and creatively to connect sellers with serious buyers. Last June, the owner of a vacant lot at 342 Central… Read more »