How Long Does the Home Buying Process Usually Take in Queens NY?

Author: George Herrera, Realtor and Co-Owner of the NY Home Teams at Keller Williams Realty Landmark II. If you’re thinking about buying a home in Queens, one of the first questions you probably have is: “How long is this actually going to take?” Short answer? Most residential (1-3 family) buyers in Queens take about 60 […]

Understanding New York’s “Mansion Tax” on Real Estate Transfers Over $1 Million

If you’re buying or selling residential real estate in NY State or NYC and the sale price is $1 million or more, there’s an important tax rule to know: in addition to the standard real estate transfer tax, the state imposes a special 1 % “additional tax” often referred to as the mansion tax. This guide breaks down what […]

What to Know about Property Disputes with Neighbors in Queens NY

Living in New York City comes with a unique set of perks—and challenges. One challenge that homeowners may face at some point is a property dispute with a neighbor. Whether it’s about a fence, shared driveway, tree damage, or noise, property disputes can escalate quickly and become stressful if not handled correctly. Here’s what you […]

Should You Wait for Mortgage Rates to Drop Before You Buy a Property in NYC?

If you’re thinking about buying a home in Queens or anywhere in New York City, you’ve probably asked yourself: “Should I wait for mortgage rates to drop before I make a move?” It’s a common question — especially in a market as fast-moving and competitive as NYC. The truth is, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer. The decision […]

Queens Real Estate Market Update: Q4 2025 + 2026 Forecast

Queens Real Estate Market Update: Q4 2025 + 2026 Forecast. Real estate market report produced by the Queens Home Team at Keller Williams Realty Landmark II. Need Help? Contact Us 718-968-5538 Market Snapshot Welcome to 2026! It’s January in NYC and if you’re anywhere near New York, then you already know that we have had […]

What you need to know about 1031 Exchanges in Queens NY

Data Source: Reference Guide to 1031 Exchanges, Courtesy of Ryan Vassar, Esq. Vice President at IPX 1031 What is a 1031 Exchange? “No gain or loss shall be recognized on the exchange of real property held for productive use in a trade or business or for investment if such real property is exchanged solely for […]

NYC Homebuyer Newsletter: JAN 2026

Hi all, we hope everyone is doing well! As we kick off 2026 we’d first like to wish you a year of good health, daily growth, a clear mind, and lots of fun 🙂 That said, we also wanted to share our first NYC Homebuyer Newsletter of the year. In this edition we have an […]

NYC Homeowner Newsletter: JAN 2026

Hi all, hope everyone is doing well! As we kick off 2026 we’d first like to wish you all a year of good health, daily growth, a clear mind, and lots of fun 🙂   That said, we also wanted to share our first NYC Homeowner Newsletter of the year. In this edition we have […]

Queens Real Estate Market Report: Q3 2025

Queens Real Estate Market Report: Q3 2025, a real estate market report produced by the Queens Home Team at Keller Williams Realty Landmark II. Data updated quarterly. Need Help? Contact Us Market Snapshot Q3 is in the books, and we are now entering the last leg of the year. This last quarter will tell us […]