Buh Bye Bonuses (0)

By KAJA WHITEHOUSE

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November 16, 2008
The year-end sacks of gold are going to be a lot lighter for the head honchos at Goldman Sachs.
Caught in a fiscal crisis and facing increased public scrutiny, the longtime king of the investment banks said yesterday that its seven top execs will not be getting bonuses this year [...]

Indicators: Lower Manhattan Real Estate Prices, A Time To Buy? (1)

Just a reminder, I’ve collected several high quality reports for your review and placed them on my blog. The internet is filled with them, I know. You should also know that most of the reports are repurposed content from our report. Prudential Douglas Eliman contracts with industry leaders (read below) to analyze, research and create [...]

Interview Scott Goldman- Manhattan Real Estate Attorney (1)

 
I met Scott  Goldman through a Seller I was representing. When I suggested a few attorneys to represent her, she said I already have someone. At first I was weary about not knowing this attorney, but I was pleasantly surprised with the outcome.  It was months before we met face to face, but Scott was [...]

An Unprecedented Bailout (0)

It’s been a rough few weeks. It was passed in the House the President signs it and now we wait.  Everyone now is hoping that it works. Now I didn’t take this photo, but feels it definitely needs to be shown.
President George Bush signs a sweeping $700 billion bailout of Wall Street in the [...]

Don’t Miss! Lozano-Hemmer’s installation, Pulse Park (0)

Madison Square Park has so much going on and not just the Shake Shack!  If you are in the mood for a tasty burger or concrete, check out the Shake Cam, although the lines are easy and quick compared to the summer.
Amazing art installations and the upcoming holiday tree is definitely worth checking out. Make [...]

Open Houses Sunday 11-16-2008 (0)

Sunday Open Houses From Brian James For November 16th, 2008:
Under a Million Club: Three Listings!!!!
“Lofty Living”
159 Madison Avenue #7B 12pm-130pm, Sunday
JUST REDUCED!!!!!Asking $469,000.00 or Rent NO FEE $2700.00/month 6 Months Maint credit!

At approximately 600 sq feet, this loft-like and spacious apartment is currently set up with two rooms that can be used as “window-less” bedrooms/sleeping [...]

Open Houses Sunday 11-16-2008 (0)

Sunday Open Houses From Brian James For November 16th, 2008:
Under a Million Club: Three Listings!!!!
“Lofty Living”
159 Madison Avenue #7B 12pm-130pm, Sunday
JUST REDUCED!!!!!Asking $469,000.00 or Rent NO FEE $2700.00/month 6 Months Maint credit!

At approximately 600 sq feet, this loft-like and spacious apartment is currently set up with two rooms that can be used as “window-less” bedrooms/sleeping [...]

Open Houses Sunday (0)

Sunday Open Houses From Brian James For May 18, 2008:
Under a Milion Club: “Blank Canvas Prime Location”
159 Madison Avenue #6F 130pm-330pm, Sunday 18th
Asking $425,000.00
“Incredible Value!”
Alcove studion approximately 475sq. feet. Can eaily be turned into Jr.4 Two large windows bring in the light and add to the lofty feeling with a ceiling of almost 10.5′. Open [...]

Garment District: Developers stitching up a residential neighborhood (1)

As seen in the Real Deal, quite possibly the final frontier of Manhattan is underway.The area known as”Garment District”, starts south of Times Square and runs down to Chelsea. The area very eclectic also has many names;  WEST 30S, Javits , North Chelsea, FIT. This area has been climbing, expanding by adding stores and rentals [...]

Re-Post…How to Sell a House, When You Have to Sell It Now (0)

I wrote this post back in July, it is even more relative now than it was then.  With layoffs and questioning markets, I thought it was only appropriate to re-post and share the information once again.

This article was recently in The Wall Street Journal.  Some really great tips and notes, especially  good one for seller’s [...]

Are There Sex Offenders In Your Credit Report (0)

Recently I had a great couple put in an application for a white glove building on Manhattan’s Upper West Side. In order to secure the apartment they were required to fill out an application, have a credit check performed and write a check for the first month’s rent and security deposit. All this was [...]

Re-Post…How to Sell a House, When You Have to Sell It Now (0)

I wrote this post back in July, it is even more relative now than it was then.  With layoffs and questioning markets, I thought it was only appropriate to re-post and share the information once again.

This article was recently in The Wall Street Journal.  Some really great tips and notes, especially  good one for seller’s [...]

The 5 Rights Every Seller Needs to Know! (0)

There are a few things every seller should know and the “5 Rights” consist of this list above.
In today’s market every seller must be aware of what are the right elements for them to sell their home.
The Right House is self explanatory, but its the simple fact that if it fits the size and needs [...]