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By Laura Cerrano, Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher
(Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island)
Have you ever resented or hated your home? This is a topic in the Feng Shui community not often spoken about, but is extremely important to be aware of. Occupants who resent or hate their home enable huge levels of unsettling energy that have the potential to engulf the entire home if gone unchecked. The intention of this article is to bridge science, practicality and a simple Space Clearing healing ritual to realign your home and self with harmonizing frequencies of love, compassion and peace. Read the full article by visiting: How Does Resenting and Hating My Home Affect The Energy?I'm working on a second article to offer an example of this situation to provide more context. 
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By Laura Cerrano, Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher
(Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island)
Besides providing Feng Shui Consultations, Reiki Healing sessions and more, I've been playing for local bands based out of Long Island, Brooklyn and New York City. I had the pleasure of joining forces with Dan Strauss and Zigline to perform at Shrine World Music Venue in Harlem, NY on Wednesday night (April 17th, 2024). The evening was filled with soothing eclectic experimental sounds featuring Dan Strauss as the lead vocalist on guitar, Todd Rogers on violin, Raymond Russel on bass and myself, Laura Cerrano on percussion. To watch a live recording of our performance you can click on this link, Dan Strauss and Zigline at Shrine World Music Venue in Harlem, NY. Enjoy!P.s. this is an example of living the Feng Shui lifestyle.  In this case, it was planting a seed of an idea that brought j...
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By Eileen Hsu, LICENSED REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON
(Douglas Elliman Real Estate)
What is an all cash offer?This question seems very self explanatory and straight forward, until we see many buyers present us with many variations of 'ALL CASH OFFER'.All cash offer means: you have all the cash in your bank account or you have the liquid asset such as stocks and bonds to convert into cash in the matter of few days or short time. BELOW SCENARIOS ARE NOT ALL CASHHome equity loan from another one of your property=NOT ALL CASH OFFER.If you have to lend money from the bank, this is not all cash. Whether it is an home equity loan or cash line on your other all paid for property. The bank still has to do their due diligence (appraisal, underwriting, and review process etc). Although technically this is not a traditional all cash, if the home equity or cash line is already in y...
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By Jeffrey Ditri, New York City Residential Rental Specialist
(JAD Realty Group, LLC.)
 According to a new study conducted by affordable housing advocates New York Communities for Change and Real Affordability For All that was cited by the Daily News, one out of five apartments in the city's most popular neighborhoods is available on Airbnb. The East Village leads the pack, with 28-percent of apartments available for let on the website. In other neighborhoods throughout Brooklyn and Manhattan, and in Long Island City, about 10 percent of available housing stockhas been taken over by the room share website. The study also found that the average rental was available for 247 days a year and rented 109 of those nights, which shoots down Airbnb's intention of running a site where city dwellers can rent their rooms when they're briefly out of town, and instead supports that the...
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By Robert DeFalco, Robert DeFalco Realty
(Robert DeFalco Realty)
Spotlight on Little Italy! Little Italy is a neighborhood with a deep history and recognizable name – though what you might think of this little corner of Manhattan is probably based on the movies and not reality! Once spread over more area, Little Italy now centers around Mulberry Street. Bordered by Tribeca, Soho, Chinatown, the Bowery and Nolita, Little Italy is a unique and very well situated place to call home!The real estate opportunities in Little Italy are special – elegant townhouses, stunning studios and penthouse apartments are just a few of the houses for sale in this neighborhood. Renovated properties sit amongst historic building – everything on your wish list in a classic setting.   For information on the Little Italy neighborhood and other exciting homes for sale in Manh...
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By Robert DeFalco, Robert DeFalco Realty
(Robert DeFalco Realty)
Spotlight on Chinatown!Chinatown – the Manhattan neighborhood, bordering the Lower East Side, Little Italy and Tribeca – might be mislabeled as just a tourist destination.  It’s a popular commercial area of the finest Chinese shopping, dining and culture, but also a residential neighborhood. Chinatown was settled – and continues to be home to – a large Asian population. Chinatown is a wonderland of real estate possibilities. Gorgeous pre-war apartments, stunning lofts, new construction – Chinatown offers some amazing homes for sale tucked behind brick facades! Condos and multi-family units populate this exciting and active area. With plentiful transportation and close to diverse neighborhoods, Chinatown has great potential for home buyers. For information on the Chinatown neighborhood a...
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By Robert DeFalco, Robert DeFalco Realty
(Robert DeFalco Realty)
Spotlight on the Financial District! The Financial District was once an enclave of just businesses – day traders and financial whizzes came to work and left behind empty streets. But no more! The Financial District has become an exciting, vibrant neighborhood in an amazing location!  It runs from the area south of City Hall Park in Lower Manhattan; the heart of the Financial District is often considered to be the corner of Wall Street and Broad Street, along Fulton Street and John Street.The Financial District – called FiDi – remains the City’s primary business district but the real estate offerings are some of the most exciting in the city. Soaring office buildings were converted to apartments, new construction rose on the waterfront and quickly FiDi became a go to destination for home...
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By Robert DeFalco, Robert DeFalco Realty
(Robert DeFalco Realty)
Spotlight on Civic Center!The Civic Center neighborhood is another unique section of Manhattan, once a business-only area now exploding with incredible living options for home buyers. Although government-related activities are predominant, as it’s the location of New York City Hall, police headquarters, and the courthouses in Foley Square, there also great restaurants, museums and the beautiful City Hall Park. The district is bordered by Tribeca, Chinatown, the East River and the Financial District, giving residents plenty of options for dining and shopping.The Civic Center area is roughly ten blocks long and five blocks wide, but far less dense in population than many other sections of New York City. The incredible architecture of some classic New York City buildings showcase the area’...
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By Robert DeFalco, Robert DeFalco Realty
(Robert DeFalco Realty)
Spotlight on Nolita! Nolita (North of Little Italy) is a neighborhood, bounded byHouston Street and Lafayette Street, east of SoHo and north of Little Italy.Historically, Nolita was part of Little Italy and is even the home of the famousFeast of San Gennaro Festival but has evolved with a personality of its own.With a recent construction boom, Nolita has a lot of homesfor sale to choose from. New condominiums for sale vary from well-lit studios to threeand four bedroom masterpieces on quiet streets. The neighborhood includes some beautiful historicalarchitecture, including the original St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the famous PuckBuilding and Odd Fellows Hall. These buildings are the tent poles of theneighborhood, as Nolita combines those strong bones with modern mid-size apartmentbuildings,...
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By Morgan Evans, LICENSED REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON
(Douglas Elliman Real Estate)
THREE LINCOLN CENTER CONDO MARKET REPORT JULY 2015Based on this sales report of 3 Lincoln Center, we see a lot of positive signs of a healthyReal Estate market. The average days on market has decreased, a sign that buyer demand is still alive and well. Negotiability from the List Price to the final Closed Price has remained relatively the same, around 3%. Taking into consideration that prices have increased the last year and negotiability remaining the same is a sign of continued demand. At Three Lincoln Center Condo, For the Average Price per square Foot figures are always not as straight forward, as you need to analyze specific layouts within each segment of the building to really see the performance. But overall, prices have increased since 2014.  We like to track the new constructio...
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By Mitchell J Hall, Lic Associate RE Broker - Manhattan & Brooklyn
  Information & Documents Needed    Gather the Offering Plan, Purchase Application, and Building Rules and Regulations. (These may be in your own files, with your attorney, or you may need to contact the board for copies. Your buyer will need it as soon as there is an accepted offer.)Collect copies of the building’s financials for the past two years.Check your shareholder’s certificate and make sure both your listing agent and your attorney are aware of the exact name(s) on the shareholder’s certificate. Building Details How many units are in the building? Does the building offer storage and/or bike storage? If so, is there a fee?Does the building have a laundry room?What other amenities does the building have (roof deck, parking, etc.)?What is the heating/cooling system?What is the su...
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By Morgan Evans, LICENSED REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON
(Douglas Elliman Real Estate)
Dorchester Towers Condo July 2015 Market Report InfographicThe first half of 2015 has been of the year has been very steady. We are seeing both sellers and buyers have reacted to the continued lack of supply within the re-sale condo market.The overwhelmed 2014 market created a trend where we saw and continue to see un-realistic sellers and Real Estate agents push prices to a level where buyers backed away until either a fair market price adjustment or sky high expectations cooled off.Qualified buyers have been bidding away at the most select properties once they come available and sellers have achieved strong pricing with more realistic expectations.In today’s market, new construction condo market is a hot segment of the market place. For brand new renovations or recent renovations, bu...
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By Eileen Hsu, LICENSED REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON
(Douglas Elliman Real Estate)
JUST SOLD 165 East 60th Street #2C One Bedroom Co-Op ONE BEDROOM/ONE BATHROOM $875,000.Convenient Upper East side location! Well layout and spacious one bedroom apartment with ten foot ceilings, wood burning fireplace, and south facing paned glass windows. Detailed bedroom with two beautiful beveled mirrored closets, an additional enormous walk in closet and a pristine en suite bathroom. Apartment 2C is a slice of old New York charm combined with modern conveniences.THIS IS NOW SOLD. If you would like to find other comparable UPPER EAST SIDE apartments, please give us a call at (917)837-8869 today. 
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By Jeffrey Ditri, New York City Residential Rental Specialist
(JAD Realty Group, LLC.)
E.B. White's seminal work, "Here is New York," famously describes three types of city dwellers: the natives; the commuters; and the transplants. As the map above proves, that second population makes up a visibly massive percentage of the people who roam the streets and occupy the buildings of Manhattan and Brooklyn every (week)day. Created by Joe Lertola in 2007 and most recently covered by 6sqft, its resurfacing was prompted bya tweet from Amazing Maps. It's telling in that it elucidates the city's truly residential neighborhoods.   Sure, there are the Upper East and Upper West Sides, but there's also Jersey City, Roosevelt Island, and basically the entire eastern swath of Manhattan from Midtown south to Chinatown. Midtown is such a sad sack of daytime-only dwellers. It's interesting t...
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By Robert DeFalco, Robert DeFalco Realty
(Robert DeFalco Realty)
 Spotlight on Alphabet City! Located in the East Village, Alphabet City is a diverse and quiet neighborhood, with thriving community gardens, and an active, civic-minded population. Slow-paced, this formerly rough and tumble neighborhood has long been an oasis in the bustling city. Parks, charming restaurants, well-tended tree-lined blocks, walking distance to everything and bike friendly – Alphabet City seems more likely to exist outside New York City.Alphabet City’s boundaries are Houston and 14th streets and east of First Avenue. Subways are a quick walk, with buses and Citi Bike stations catering to the area. This charming mini-neighborhood offers a range of choices in homes for sale; renovated rowhouses share space with new luxury apartment buildings.The crown jewel of this eclecti...
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By Robert DeFalco, Robert DeFalco Realty
(Robert DeFalco Realty)
 Spotlight on Downtown Manhattan! Downtown Manhattan is defined most commonly as the area delineated on the north by 14th Street, on the west by the Hudson River, on the east by the East River, and on the south by New York Harbor.  It includes the Financial District/Wall Street and the World Trade Center site. At the island's southern tip is Battery Park; City Hall is just to the north of the Financial District. South of Chambers Street are the planned community of Battery Park City and the South Street Seaport historic area. The neighborhood of TriBeCa is on the west side; south of Canal Street lies most of New York's oldest Chinatown neighborhood. North of Canal Street and south of 14th Street are the neighborhoods of SoHo, the Meatpacking District, the West Village, Greenwich Village...
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By Robert DeFalco, Robert DeFalco Realty
(Robert DeFalco Realty)
  Spotlight on the Bowery!The Bowery is another neighborhood in Manhattan with an outdated reputation. Once a neighborhood of disrepair, the current market and flavor of the Bowery is up and coming, fresh and exciting. It cuts through several different neighborhoods in Lower Manhattan, from Chinatown on the south to NoHo and the East Village in the north.  Historically, the Bowery is actually the oldest thoroughfare on Manhattan Island, beginning life as a Lenape footpath, which once spanned roughly the entire length of the island. It evolved from large farms to home of everything from music venues like CBGB and the Bowery Ballroom, to restaurant supply businesses, lining the streets. The transformation to residential neighborhood and next hot real estate market has been ongoing. Since ...
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By Robert DeFalco, Robert DeFalco Realty
(Robert DeFalco Realty)
 Spotlight on NoHo! NoHo (north of Houston) lies between Greenwich Village and the East Village, birthed from an artistic sentiment that lingers amongst the fabulous architecture and bustling neighborhood. Quiet streets of cobblestone and tree-lined sidewalks live comfortably with great shopping, some of the best dining in the city and cultural institutions, drawing creative and finance folks and their families to the neighborhood.  Much of NoHo is designated a historic district. According to the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission, the district is comprised of approximately 125 buildings, many of them old factories with cast-iron facades and early 19th century homes. Some individual landmarks in the NoHo Historic District include: the Astor Library, the Bayard-Condict Build...
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By Robert DeFalco, Robert DeFalco Realty
(Robert DeFalco Realty)
Spotlight on the Meatpacking District! Don’t be fooled by the name! The Meatpacking District – which runs from West 15th street to Gansevoort Street and from Hudson Street to the Hudson River – is a prime spot, known for its hopping nightlife, excellent restaurants and high-end shopping. For home buyers, it’s a fabulous location to find lofts and new luxury residences blending together in a classic architectural style. This happening New York City neighborhood includes the Gansevoort Market Historic District, which was once a significant meat supplier in the nation. By day, there’s still industrial businesses and a buzz on the street, while nighttime brings folks to hotspots in hotels and restaurants to mingle with the beautiful people.  But that’s not all - the Meatpacking District is ...
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By Robert DeFalco, Robert DeFalco Realty
(Robert DeFalco Realty)
  Spotlight on SoHo! SoHo (South of Houston) is south of Greenwich Village and west of Little Italy, a small neighborhood surrounded by Broadway, the Hudson River, Houston and Canal Streets. This residential area has its roots in industry, with the real estate boom coming from artists settling into the loft spaces in the 60's. They restored spaces, converted old factories and created a neighborhood bursting with appeal. The art crowd brought boutiques and galleries, soon followed by high end designers, chain stores and soon SoHo was synonymous with world-class shopping. But that isn't the only thing SoHo offers residents. Cobblestone streets lend a European air to the area, with diverse restaurants and quiet coffee shops. Homes for sale run the gamut from new construction to old world c...
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By Robert DeFalco, Robert DeFalco Realty
(Robert DeFalco Realty)
Spotlight on the Lower East Side! North of Houston and south of Division Street, between the East River and Bowery, sits the Lower East Side. Steeped in history, this vibrant neighborhood was once a bustling settlement of immigrants, whose cultural mark remains intact. Investment and a renewed interested in living on the Lower East Side helped turn this neighborhood into a fantastic place to settle once again. Renovated pre-war walk-ups sit next to brand new luxury buildings, beautiful condominiums, rentals and gleaming towers. Clean and safe, the Lower East Side draws residents and visitors to great food, a diverse nightlife and entertainment from theater to live music. A strong sense of community remains infused in this lively neighborhood. Homes for sale run the gamut in size and pri...
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By Robert DeFalco, Robert DeFalco Realty
(Robert DeFalco Realty)
Spotlight on the West Village! One of the most desirable neighborhoods in New York City, the West Village is home to celebrities and notable New Yorkers as well as families and young singles, all seeking a quiet oasis in the bustle of Manhattan.This is a neighborhood which manages to blend classic and new in a warm and welcoming combination. High rises and lots share space with gorgeous classic brick townhouse apartment in the West Village, carriage houses and brownstones. European flair infuses the homes for sale, which sit on winding, tree-lined streets. You'll find some of the best dining in New York City in the West Village, as well as boutiques, markets and neighborhood services. Head over to Christopher Park to sit amongst the beautiful statuary, under wide-limbed trees to read or...
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