Buying your first home is one of the most exciting and stressful chapters in life. Here in Queens, where neighborhoods are diverse and the housing market is competitive, first-time buyers often run into the same pitfall: not preparing financially and strategically before jumping into the market. The Biggest Mistake: Shopping Before You’re Ready Many first-time buyers […]
If you’re buying a home in Queens, getting your offer accepted is a huge milestone. In a competitive New York City market, it often takes time, patience, and strategy to get there. But here’s something many buyers don’t realize: an accepted offer is just the beginning of the process. Here in Queens there are a […]
If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home in Queens (or anywhere in NYC) it helps to understand the difference between a seller’s market and a buyer’s market. These terms get thrown around a lot in real estate conversations, but knowing exactly what they mean can give you a real edge. Before we jump […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. 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 […]
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 […]
New York City is home to some of the most iconic architecture in the world, and its historic districts preserve the city’s rich past while offering unique real estate opportunities. If you’re considering buying a property in one of these districts, understanding the regulations, benefits, and challenges is essential. Here’s what you need to know […]
Queens Real Estate Market Report: Q4 2024, a quarterly report produced by the Queens Home Team at Keller Williams Realty Landmark II. Need Help? Contact Us Market Snapshot Welcome to the year-end market wrap up. Now that 2024 is in the books, we can look at all of the data to see how things played […]
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