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real estate: NY Winter Restaurant Week Is Back! January 16th - February 10th - 01/07/12 06:15 PM

Every winter and every summer New Yorkers and its visitors are treated to the most incredible three-course meals at the best restaurants in Manhattan for just $24.07 for lunch and $35.00 for dinner.
In its 20th year NY Restaurant Week offers you 20 Days of dining out from January 16th - February 10th (Monday - Friday.)
View these fabulous participating restaurants and make your reservations early! To learn more and to make your reservations visit http://www.nycgo.com/restaurantweek
If you’re thinking of moving to Manhattan, it’s not only a great way to try out our incredible restaurants, but it will help you relax … (0 comments)

real estate: Manhattan Holiday Tipping Guide 2011 - 12/14/11 10:07 AM
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This is a repost from my Annual Manhattan Tipping Guide.
 
 The holiday season is here and it's time to start thinking about tipping for services in our apartment buildings.
For those living in Manhattan, holiday tipping is the norm and can seem endless.
While it's important to be generous, it's also important to be realistic about what you can afford. Especially in our current economic climate.
Some Manhattan apartment buildings pool tips so the workers receive one lump sum. Most leave it up to the individual resident.
I hope you will find the … (0 comments)

real estate: It's Here! New York Restaurant Week Summer 2011: July 11th - 24th - 07/03/11 05:43 PM

If you live in Manhattan you already know about NY Restaurant Week. If you're new to Manhattan or thinking about relocating to this great city, New York Restaurant Week is definitely something you want to know about! 
Every year, twice a year, New Yorkers and those visiting Manhattan get the opportunity to dine in some of the "best of the best" restaurants for a three course prix-fixe lunch at the amazing price of $24.07. Some restaurants even offer a three course prix-fixe dinner for $35.00.
This summer's Restaurant Week takes place between July 11th -24th.

Dine at the best New York City restaurants with the … (1 comments)

real estate: New York City Restaurant Week - Winter 2010 - 01/16/10 01:58 PM
 Every year, twice a year, New Yorkers and those visiting Manhattan get the opportunity to dine in some of the "best of the best" restaurants for a three course prix-fixe lunch at the amazing price of $24.07. Some restaurants even offer a three course prix-fixe dinner for $35.00.
This winter's Retaurant Week takes place between January 25 - February 7th.
Reservations should be made in advance.
Dine at the best New York City restaurants with the best chefs! Whether it's at Mario Batali's Del Posto,  Morimoto New York, Patroon, 21 Club, Spice Market,  Daniel Boulud's Café Boulud, One If By Land Two If By Sea, Nobu, … (0 comments)

real estate: Third Quarter 2009 Manhattan Sales and Rentals - 10/03/09 10:40 AM
Third Quarter 2009 Manhattan Sales Market Report
Third Quarter 2009 Manhattan Rental Market Report
 
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real estate: July 4th 2009 in Manhattan - 07/05/09 09:04 AM

Since 1976 the tradition of Macy's fireworks took place on the East River in Manhattan. This year to commemorate the 400th anniversary of  the exploration of the Hudson River by Henry Hudson, the 2009 Macy's July 4th Fireworks extravaganza took place on the Hudson River,
This year's fireworks featured more than 40,000 shells exploding at a rate of more than 1,500 per minute.
The fireworks were synchronized to a score of patriotic standards, classic river-themed works, and original music. Performances by the New York Pops and Broadway superstars Audra McDonald and Idina Menzel performed.
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real estate: New York City Restaurant Week Summer 2009 Is Here - 07/04/09 09:32 AM
It's that time again! New York City Restaurant Week Summer 2009 is almost here! New Yorkers and tourists alike will be able to enjoy an extended Restaurant Week and dine at Manhattan's trendiest and best restaurants from July 12-31, 2009. New York's top restaurants will serve three-course lunches for $24.07. FYI -- the discounts are not good on Saturdays, though some restaurants are offering deals on Sundays and three-course dinners for $35.00 (beverage, tax and gratuity not included). Reservations began on June 30, 2009 and participating restaurants include Megu, Spice Market, Dos Caminos, Nobu, Tao, One If By Land, Two If … (0 comments)

real estate: 2nd Quarter 2009 Manhattan Sales Market Report - 07/04/09 09:04 AM
Second-quarter sales prices fell nearly 20% in a year, while sales volumes drop like stones. The number of months on the market now doubles the decade's average.
The Manhattan residential real estate market showed little sign of recovery during the second quarter.
Some of the reports attributed the second-quarter price drop-off to sales back in early 2008 of high-priced units at The Plaza and 15 Central Park West. Some apartments at those luxury buildings sold for as much as $4,000 per square foot in the second quarter of last year. Greg Heym, chief economist at Halstead Property, said "adding that this year's … (0 comments)

real estate: Cookie and Gourmet Kids' Restaurant Week 2009 - 06/11/09 09:10 AM
Special Prix-Fixe DinnersJune 20 - 28, 2009Kids 11 and under pay their age; Everyone else: $29Dine at a participating restaurant between 5 & 7pm, and enjoy special prix-fixe dinners at participating restaurants. See list below for participating restaurant. Prices are per person and do not include beverage, tax or gratuity.Note: Kids' Restaurant Week menus will only be offered from 5-7pm during the promotion week. Not all restaurants on OpenTable.com are participating in the Kids' Restaurant Week. Please ask for the official Kids' Restaurant Week menu when you are seated.
Click Here To Make Reservations
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real estate: SHRED FEST in Manhattan, Sunday May 3rd - 05/01/09 10:20 AM
SUNDAY, MAY 3rd New York City   "SHRED FEST 2009"
In a world of identity theft and other issues, we all know how important is to shred documents.
The Department of Consumer Affairs will hold the City's 2nd Annual "Shred Fest," scheduled on Sunday, May 3, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Conducted in partnership with the Sanitation and Parks departments and the Office of the Criminal Justice Coordinator, Shred Fest offers you an opportunity to protect your identity by bringing documents containing personal information -- such as your bank account or Social Security numbers -- to designated sites throughout the city, where they'll be safely … (0 comments)

real estate: Manhattan Is A Buyer's Market - 02/07/09 02:15 PM
Manhattan is a buyer's market and with prices going down ... NOW is the time to buy!!!
If you need to move (downgrade or upgrade), if you're a first time buyer, now is a great time to buy. Mortgage rates are low and prices are negotiable.
While there are no fire sales, you can be assured that if you buy an apartment in Manhattan today, your property's value will greatly increase in years to come.
Before beginning, it is important to outline the different forms of ownership available to purchasers of Manhattan property. Those forms are Cooperative, Condominium, Cond-op, and Townhouse … (0 comments)

real estate: 4th Quarter, 2008 Market Report - 01/14/09 01:57 PM
While real estate could be better across the country,the average price for Manhattan apartments only fell 2% from the 3rd Quarter of 2008.
Apartments sold during the 4th quarter spent 16 days longer on the market than a year ago, a 19% increase. Sellers received a bit under 95% of their asking price down from almost 98% in the 4th quarter of 2007.
I offer you the market report for 4th Quarter, 2008.
 
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real estate: Holiday Tipping in Apartment Buildings - 12/06/08 12:39 PM
 
The holiday season is here and it's time to start thinking about tipping for services in our apartment buildings.
For those living in Manhattan, holiday tipping is the norm and can seem endless.
While it's important to be generous, it's also important to be realistic about what you can afford. Especially in our current economic climate.
Tips in decent class buildings (not Park and Fifth Avenues) run between $20 and $300, and it's not uncommon for supers to accumulate well into the five figures.
Porters and doormen see anywhere between $2,000 and $10,000, depending on the size of the … (0 comments)

real estate: November in New York City - 11/09/08 03:38 PM
November is a wonderful time in New York City. The election is over and a new administration will soon be in place. 
Friday (November 7th) was the opening of the Radio City Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall. It's a feast for the eyes and ears of every child and even adults during the holidays. The show runs through December 30th.
Yesterday (November 8th) volunteers planted 15,000 trees across the city for the Million Trees NYC Fall Planting Day.
Holiday Shopping
November 15 - December 29The Grand Central Holiday Fair
In its 10th year, The Grand Central Holiday Fair continues … (2 comments)

real estate: Outdoor Dining In New York City - 06/22/08 11:38 AM
Below is Vanity Fair's Guide to Outdoor Summer Dining in New york City.
Whether you're visting, in New York to purchase real estate or you live here, this is a comprehensive list for you outdoor dining enjoyment in New York City!
OUTDOOR DINING
Five Front 
5 Front St , Brooklyn , NY , 11201
New American on the Waterfront in Brooklyn with a great outdoor patio
202 Café  
75 Ninth Avenue ; (646) 638-1173
Shop for hip clothes between courses at this great Meatpacking brunch spot.
A Voce  
41 Madison Ave; 212-545-8555
Modern Italian just off Madison Square Park
Applewood 
501 … (1 comments)

real estate: Is The Manhattan Real Estate Market Holding Steady? - 06/15/08 11:27 AM
As a real estate agent in Manhattan, people often tell me they are sorry that things are so bad in real estate.
While I agree with that sentiment for many of my fellow brokers in hard hit areas across the country, the first quarter of 2008 in Manhattan did not show an ailing market at all. To the contrary, Manhattan real estate actually dramatically increased in value during that time.
The luxury market played a large role in increasing the value of the real estate market.  The sales from those apartments have continued to aide the market, even as the national … (0 comments)

real estate: Tighter Mortgage Standards - 06/14/08 04:19 PM
With almost two-thirds of U.S. banks having raised their standards for mortgages to their most creditworthy borrowers, three-fourths of U.S. Banks made it more difficult for people with limited or bad credit to get loans.
According to a June 11 report by the Washington-based Mortgage Bankers Association, eighteen percent fewer mortgages will be written this year compared with last.
However obtaining a mortgage is not impossible.
Mortgage lenders are interested in traditional mortgage buyers who can document their income and assets and don't have sizable debts relative to their income. Potential buyers can no longer put 10 percent down. Most banks … (0 comments)

real estate: SUMMER IN NEW YORK CITY - 06/14/08 03:46 PM
          
Whether you live in New York City, you're in New York City searching for a new home or just visiting, you cannot afford to miss the joys of this amazing metropolis in the summer.
From Bryant Park to Lincoln Center, Central Park, Hudson River Park, Uni0on Square Park and many others, there are musical performances and free outdoor films (including the HBO Bryant Park Film Festival and RiverWalk Film Festival) beneath the stars all summer long.
Amazing concerts such as:
•  Central Park Summerstage Free!Frequent summer concerts at the Central Park Summerstage, located at Rumsey Playfield. Some … (1 comments)

real estate: Living Green - 06/14/08 01:40 PM
While new developments in Manhattan are becoming more environmentally conscious, there is a new "green" architectural beauty, which will be home to 251 condominium residences with expected occupancy in 2008. Designed by Pelli, the green building will utilize natural and environmentally safe building materials throughout. From eco friendly paints, pesticide free rooftop gardens to the custom bamboo cabinets and wood flooring that was harvested in accordance with the Forest Stewarship Council.
Of course, this is just one new development. No matter where you purchase your new home in Manhattan or anywhere else in the country, you can still live "green."
For … (0 comments)

real estate: Manhattan Real Estate Slower, But Still Not In A Slump - It's A Good time For Buyers - 05/10/08 05:27 PM
    
Foreclosures across the country are increasing in numbers, but not in Manhattan.
The reason is partly due to closings at 15 Central Park West and The Plaza, and partly because of the increase of foreign buyers.  Additionally there has been activity from domestic buyers with new Manhattan developments.
The median sales price of Manhattan condo, co-op and cond-op apartments dropped in January from the month prior to $850,000 from $928,378 - a 9.2 percent change
According to Wells Fargo Economics, the April 2008 economic data showed a fair amount of economic stabilization, suggesting the slump hasn't gained much momentum. … (0 comments)