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Homes That Should Have Their Own Perfume
3 days ago
What if homes had signature scents, like luxury perfumes? The right home doesn’t just catch your eye—it stirs something deeper, almost...
5 Women-Owned Businesses You Should Know About in Montclair, NJ
4 days ago
By Angela Larkin, Brown Harris Stevens Agent Watchung Booksellers Watchung Booksellers is a larger-than-life independent bookstore in Montclair, New Jersey, owned by Margot...
Bess Freedman Calls for Open Discussions, Calls Out Bully Tactics Around Private Exclusive Networks
5 days ago
Last week, CEO Bess Freedman received a Cease and Desist letter from Compass in the wake of two opinion pieces she...
A Newsroom Icon’s Elegant Upper West Side Co-op Hits the Market for $5.5M
5 days ago
A new listing at 44 West 77th Street, a prestigious prewar co-op, offers a rare blend of history, elegance, and spacious...
Get in the St. Patrick's Day Spirit: Homes that Master the Art of Green Decor
6 days ago
Are you feeling lucky in your home search? In the spirit of St. Patrick's Day, we’re rounding up listings that showcase...
Homes with Horsepower: Four Incredible Listings for Car Enthusiasts
6 days ago
For some, a garage is just a place to park. For others, it’s an extension of their passion for cars. Some...
Entryways That Will Have You at "Hello"
7 days ago
Some homes don’t just invite you in—they make an entrance. A grand staircase, soaring ceilings, or a foyer designed to impress...
Consumer Prices Rose Less than Expected in February
7 days ago
By Gregory Heym, BHS Chief Economist and and host of Crossing The Line With all the tariff threats out there these days, it's...
Pricing Your Home Through an Appraiser’s Lens
7 days ago
By Serj Markarian, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker With interest rates declining for the sixth consecutive week—bringing the average 30-year fixed rate down...
A Timeless Prewar Home on the Upper West Side You Won’t Want to Miss
7 days ago
Nestled on a picturesque, tree-lined street just steps from Central Park, this sun-drenched two-bedroom home at 37 West 93rd Street offers...
How the "City of Yes" Zoning Reforms May Reshape New Construction
11 days ago
By Cindy Gokay, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson New York City’s City of Yes zoning reforms are set to reshape the skyline—offering developers...
4 Spectacular Homes that Feel Like a Permanent Spring Break
11 days ago
Why wait for vacation when home can feel like one all year round? Some places have that built-in getaway energy, the...
Matthew Leone Named Inman Marketing All-Star Third Year in A Row!
12 days ago
Brown Harris Stevens’ Chief Marketing Officer, Matthew Leone, has once again been named a Marketing All-Star by Inman News! For the...
A West Village Triplex with Star-Studded History Hits the Market for $2.8M
12 days ago
Cobblestone streets, charming townhouses, and that untamable je ne sais quoi make the West Village one of Manhattan’s most coveted addresses....
Bess Freedman to Inman: Clear Cooperation Favors Open Markets
12 days ago
In the ever-evolving landscape of real estate, policies that promote transparency and fairness are crucial for a healthy market. One such...
Building Owners Face Looming Deadlines Under Local Law 97
13 days ago
By Serj Markarian, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker Some of you may have heard about Local Law 97, a key piece of NYC...
The Line: Job Growth Lower than Expected in February
14 days ago
By Gregory Heym, BHS Chief Economist and and host of Crossing The Line It's the first Friday of the month, which means today...
Homes with Views that Deserve Their Own Instagram Account
17 days ago
Views come in all shapes and sizes: city skylines, mountain vistas, serene ocean fronts, and everything in between. Each one brings...
A Home Built for Fun and Designed for Luxury
17 days ago
3 Bridle Way, a stunning Hampton’s-style home situated at the end of a cul-de-sac in the prestigious Saddle River. This six-bedroom,...
Leading the Way: The Women-Led Teams of BHS on Their Path and Influence in Real Estate
18 days ago
In the dynamic world of real estate, women-led teams are making an undeniable impact, bringing a unique blend of expertise, resilience,...
Million-Dollar Views Without the Million-Dollar Price Tag
18 days ago
A great view can transform a home, making it feel more open, bright, and connected to its surroundings. Usually, that kind...
Prepping Your Home for the Spring Market: A Refresh for a Successful Sale
18 days ago
Spring is one of the busiest seasons in real estate, with buyers eager to find their dream homes after the winter...
Women Who Shaped the Skyline: Celebrating Female Architects
18 days ago
Female architects have played a major role in shaping city skylines, bringing fresh ideas to residential buildings, cultural institutions, and public...
The Changing Co-op vs. Condo Landscape
19 days ago
By Serj Markarian, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker You might recall that last week I mentioned how buyers are increasingly favoring new developments...
Bess Freedman: Buyer and Seller Beware - Compass’ Private Exclusive Network is a Trojan Horse
19 days ago
In a recent opinion piece for RISMEDIA, CEO Bess Freedman expanded on her concerns surrounding Compass’ Private Exclusive Network. “For months, Compass...
Rare Old World Quogue Estate With Ties to MLB Hall of Fame Commissioner Bowie Kuhn Hits The Market
19 days ago
For the first time in five generations, a Quogue estate once home to famed MLB Commissioner Bowie Kuhn and his wife...
This Grand Belle Haven Estate is a Testament to Greenwich's Architectural History
20 days ago
Greenwich, CT, is the epitome of coastal New England charm, blending historic elegance with modern luxury. Nestled along the Long Island...
The Line: Jobless Claims Rise to their Highest Level in Three Months
21 days ago
By Gregory Heym, BHS Chief Economist and and host of Crossing The Line After a week off, The Line returns with the...
Fact v. Fiction: The Problem with Private Exclusives Networks
24 days ago
What's Happening? In recent months, Compass has begun pushing the idea of “private exclusives” as part of a three-stage marketing strategy. They...
Homes with Private Libraries Perfect for Book Lovers
25 days ago
The East Coast is a haven for bibliophiles, with a myriad of homes featuring private libraries that offer more than just...
The Best of the Upper East Side According to a Local Expert
25 days ago
The Upper East Side is one of New York City’s most iconic neighborhoods, blending historic charm with modern luxury. From hidden...
Fall in Love with the Estate of Match.com’s Chief Science Advisor Helen Fisher
26 days ago
4 East 70th Street, Apartment 5C, stands as a testament to classic New York elegance. Beyond its architectural allure, this apartment holds...
See Inside the John Dwight House: A Piece of Harlem's Gilded Age History
26 days ago
1 West 123rd Street, a grand neo-Renaissance Revival townhouse, built in 1890 for John Dwight, co-founder of the company that became...
BHS Agents Weigh In: What Makes Southport, CT So Special?
27 days ago
Nestled along the picturesque Long Island Sound, Southport, Connecticut, is a charming coastal enclave that blends historic New England character with...
A Year of Success: BHS Sets Real Estate Records in 2024
27 days ago
2024 was a landmark year for Brown Harris Stevens, breaking records and setting the standard in real estate! As one of...
Buyers Rush to Lock in Deals Before Spring Heats Up
27 days ago
By Serj Markarian, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker A few weeks ago, I highlighted the most-searched neighborhoods on StreetEasy along with their median...
Harlem’s Arts and Culture: A Legacy of Creativity and Influence
28 days ago
Harlem has long been the beating heart of Black culture in New York City, serving as a hub for creativity, activism,...
The Line: Inflation Inflated in January
28 days ago
By Gregory Heym, BHS Chief Economist and and host of Crossing The Line Today, we present the latest on inflation. Spoiler alert: it’s...
Top Agent Ellis Bachman Joins Brown Harris Stevens in Miami and New York
28 days ago
Brown Harris Stevens is thrilled to announce that Ellis Bachman, a top-producing real estate professional with more than $500 million in...
Stories in Stone: New York’s Most Romantic Real Estate Stories
28 days ago
Love stories are all around us—written in books, played out in movies, and even woven into the places we walk past...
Manhattan’s Office Comeback is Driving the Housing Market
28 days ago
By Serj Markarian, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker New York City’s office market is showing strong signs of stabilization, rapidly returning to traditional...
See Inside this Beautifully Restored Mid-Century Gem
34 days ago
Sophisticated yet inviting, 201 East 79th Street, #20BCH is a thoughtfully renovated five-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom residence on the Upper East Side. Venetian...
The Iconic Walker Guesthouse: A Mid-Century Marvel Awaits a New Home
35 days ago
The Walker Guesthouse, an iconic piece of mid-century modern architecture, has hit the market for $2 million – and it is...
Bess Freedman to Business Insider: What It’s Really Like to be a Woman in Real Estate
40 days ago
Women make up most of the real estate work force in America, roughly 65% according to the National Association of Realtors,...
Romantic Homes to Love This Valentine’s Day and Beyond
40 days ago
They say that home is where the heart is, and in honor of Valentine’s Day, we’re showcasing some of our most...
From Sea to Shining Sea: Miami’s Ultimate Boating Lifestyle
40 days ago
As we head into President’s Day weekend, Miami gears up for one of its most anticipated events—the Discover Boating Miami International...
Stunning Strivers’ Row Townhome Blends History and Modern Luxury
41 days ago
Located in the heart of Central Harlem’s historic Strivers’ Row district, 207 West 139th Street is a turn-of-the-century townhouse, designed by the...
Honoring the Black Architects Who Built New York City
41 days ago
New York City’s skyline is a testament to innovation, diversity, and resilience. While many of its architectural icons are well known,...
The Line: Job Growth Less than Expected in January
42 days ago
By Gregory Heym, BHS Chief Economist and and host of Crossing The Line It's the first Friday of the month, so let's see...
Current Mortgage Rates Are the New Normal
42 days ago
Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman appeared live on CNBC “Power Lunch" to discuss the current state of the housing market,...