The Importance of Energy Efficiency in Housing

The Importance of Energy Efficiency in Housing

People need energy in homes to enjoy certain facilities. Energy usage is very relevant in heating, cooling, and lighting devices. Some people can use more energy in their homes than others, depending on the type of energy they use. So, there is much need to conserve...
Understanding Mixed-Use Development

Understanding Mixed-Use Development

Mixed-use development is a real estate method that entails building a combination of residential and commercial spaces. Mixed-used development utilizes horizontal or vertical means to offer an exciting kind of living. It ensures that amenities get wrapped up within...
Should I Live in East Manhattan?

Should I Live in East Manhattan?

Life in East Manhattan has been glamorized throughout the decades as ideal, everyday New York City living. The East Village and the Lower East Side, are prime locations for affordable living in the heart of the city. There have been some changes to this part of NYC...
5 Reasons to Move to Long Island City (While You Can)

5 Reasons to Move to Long Island City (While You Can)

Like many places in NYC, Long Island City (LIC) was once farmland. Its history as such is as recent as the 1920s. Since then, it had become known for its factories and warehouses, like Wonton Foods, Inc., which is the largest manufacturer of fortune cookies (among...

How The Second Avenue Subway Line Will Impact UES Real Estate

New York City has one of the most comprehensive rail systems in the world. In Manhattan, especially, a stop on the train is usually just blocks away. However, for the east side of the city, that walk is actually a few more long, city blocks than desired, since the...

Why East Harlem is the Next Big Move in NYC

It’s no secret, New York City’s housing market is booming. And despite continued growth in places like Brooklyn, Queens and, most recently, the Bronx, the city’s flagship borough which also bears its beloved New York, NY name, Manhattan, remains one of the hottest...