For more than four decades, the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program has made New York City rental rates more accessible for thousands of individuals and families. However, only 85,000 of the city’s 5.4 million residents utilize the program, so landlords and brokers may not understand its logistics.  Also known as Section 8,…

Because finding an apartment in New York City is so difficult, you might be tempted to sign a lease for a unit in the first building that accepts your application. However, once you find a building you like, perform some simple, free research to ensure your landlord and the apartment meet your…

To encourage and incentivize sustainable practices, New York’s real estate industry has adopted multiple green building initiatives, including LEED certifications, energy-efficient designs, and renewable energy integration. In addition to benefiting the city’s environmental health, green practices can improve the financial bottom line of property investments.  The Rise of Sustainable Development   In recent…

Recently, technology has played a significant role in reshaping the New York City real estate industry through advancements collectively known as proptech (property technology). Particularly amid the COVID-19 pandemic, proptech innovations and trends have revolutionized the way properties are bought, sold, and managed.   Around the world, the proptech market is…

New York City’s diverse architectural landscape is one of its most distinguishing features, and no structure is more iconic than the elegant brownstone. These distinctive rowhouses, characterized by their brownstone facades and ornate details, have become synonymous with the city’s historic charm and architectural heritage. Now some of the most…

Co-living refers to the increasingly popular trend of housing startups that manage homes shared by a minimum of five adults. The homes themselves range from single family homes that have been remodeled to accommodate multiple roommates to apartment buildings converted…