The following is a “nightmare” closing that occurred not too long ago. I want to thank Mike Moshan, a partner at the law firm Gold Scollar Moshan, PLLC, for his help. How […]

Before she began her career staging homes, “speed-decorator” Jill Vegas worked in advertising. And that was a valuable experience, because when you’re selling your home, you should treat it just like a […]

Many people in the process of selling their apartments in New York City often use stagers to increase the value of their home. The best staging shows the apartment in its very […]

Many people shopping for a home in Manhattan are looking for outdoor space. Once they get it, the next question inevitably becomes—what to do with it? Fortunately, designer James “Ford” Huniford knows […]

You’ve accepted a buyer’s offer for your home, and you’re gathered in an office with a cast that includes your buyer and attorney, real estate agents, loan officer, and your closing attorney. […]

When children leave the family home for college, or for a first job, the emptied space forces homeowners to re-evaluate their living space: are four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a den, and a […]

I’m always fascinated to see how people decorate their homes — whether it’s a 19th-century desk or a floor-to-ceiling Jackson Pollock, decor pieces reflect the owner’s personality and bring a space to […]

If you’ve postponed organizing your home, moving generally forces you to make good on all the things you have promised yourself. If you are selling your home, buyers–especially in New York City—will […]

Customers interested in buying Manhattan real estate often ask about a home’s “greenness”: was there a conscientious effort on the developer’s part to use environmentally friendly materials? For buyers, I’ve found that […]

The wild card of Manhattan real estate is that nobody knows what the next challenge is going to be—there can be any number of issues that arise with a building. But since […]