The End of New York’s Eviction Moratorium
Tensions running high as activists make their demands The end of New York’s moratorium on evictions ushered in some landlord-tenant drama. But the story of one Crown Heights home shows a seismic shift in how tenants are fighting displacement. Last Friday, advocates for low-income New descended on 964 Park Place, where a family of four […]
Famed Diner Facing Demolition After Council Approves Rezoning
The owners of a neighborhood cafe in Astoria are planning on demolishing it due to a disagreement with the City Council. The City Council approved a developer’s plan to demolish Neptune Cafe and build three buildings on the area between 31st Street and 24th Avenue. The plan was rejected by the community board of Astoria, […]
NYC Prices Rose
Prices in the New York City area rose 5 percent this year In New York City, the cost of living is typically higher than the national average. Despite this, the cost of living in the area rose by about 5 percent in 2018. Energy and food prices rose sharply in November. The Bureau of Labor […]
High demand and inventory in the coming year.
NEW YORK CITY — The coming year could be a pricey one for New York City renters, according to a new study. The study found that the city’s housing market could be set to become more expensive in the coming years due to the coronavirus pandemic. The end of rental concessions that were offered in […]
5 Factors That Can Impact The Value Of Your Home
Knowing the various factors that can affect a home’s value is important to anyone who is looking to sell their house. 1. Location Homes in different places can have a huge impact on their value. Some of these include their proximity to major cities, schools, and attractions. While it’s important to look at the present […]
Housing Market 2022: Will It Crash or Boom?
Housing Market Predictions for 2022 The housing market in 2021 started to explode like fireworks, and many experts believe it will continue happening in the following year. The recovery is still ongoing, and there’s a low inventory of houses for sale. Buyer Demand for Housing Will Remain Strong, housing market forecast 2022 Despite the strong […]
Here’s Why Playing It Smart With Your Mortgage Can Save You Cash
Choosing the right mortgage loan could keep more money in your pocket while still helping you finance your dream home. A mortgage is one of the biggest debts most people will take on throughout their lifetime. Understanding the various types of mortgages available to you will help make the right financial decisions. Types Of Mortgage […]
Kaufman Astoria Studios Sold To Investors
The new owners, who recently bought another production studio in LIC, said they remain committed to the studio’s neighborhood involvement. The studio, which is located in Astoria, Queens, is being sold to real estate investors. Manhattan’s Kaufman Film Studios is being acquired by a pair of venture capital firms, which purchased the Bronx’s Silvercup Studios […]
NYC No Longer In Top 20 Priciest ZIP Codes For Home Sales
Just six New York City ZIP codes ranked among the top 100 most expensive in the country The average price of a home in the New York City ZIP Code has increased to $650,000 from $630,000, according to a new study. The study also found that while the city’s most expensive ZIP codes are no […]
Affordable’ LIC Homes Offered To People Making More Than $244K
LONG ISLAND CITY, QUEENS, Over 250 apartments on the Long Island City waterfront have hit the affordable housing lottery Although more than 250 affordable housing units have been approved in Long Island City, a majority of them are for people who make more than the area’s median income. The units are part of the Gotham […]