keller williams new york city: The Onyx Chelsea at 261 West 28th Street in Chelsea - 08/19/11 03:26 AM
Chelsea is easily recognized as Manhattan’s vibrant, artsy district.  Numerous art galleries, the High Line, world-class restaurants and Chelsea Piers are within this West Side neighborhood.
 
Near the heart of this beautiful community is the Onyx Chelsea on 261 West 28th Street, a full-service boutique condominium.  The award-winning architectural design team of FXFowle, whose projects include commercial and residential buildings all over the world, designed the Onyx to reflect Chelsea’s energetic personality.  
 
Its exterior is glass, granite and metal.  The black metallic panels are fastened to the structure with stainless steel bolts.  Oversized windows let in lots of light … (4 comments)

keller williams new york city: How Do You Start a Movement? - 08/18/11 01:12 AM
Each of us makes a choice every day to get up, get motivated and hopefully, inspire others along the way.  Some of us have come from humble beginnings, while others took over the reins of a family business.  We all have role models -- those individuals that struck a chord with us; whether it be something he/she has accomplished or some words of encouragement that lit a fire, so to speak, underneath us.  
 
When I arrived in Manhattan several years ago, I never dreamed I’d be where I am today.  It took hard work and never losing sight of … (4 comments)

keller williams new york city: Foreign Investors -- Is Your Real Estate Company Up for the Challenge? - 08/17/11 03:04 AM
Real estate is and always will be a prime investment.  It is and always will be one of the most important and biggest investments most people will make in their lifetime.  More and more, foreign buyers are realizing the value of prime real estate in the United States.
 
The number of foreign buyers that are investing in our country’s real estate is growing rapidly.  The Washington Business Journal reported early this year that New York City has now taken the top spot over D.C. for the “No. 1 U.S. investment city this year. . .and is No. 1 worldwide.”  
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keller williams new york city: KELLER WILLIAMS NEW YORK CITY PRESENTS: - 08/16/11 01:48 AM
LISTING OF THE WEEK:  923 Fifth Avenue #17CD (Web #10523) 

Every week, I’ll be showcasing one of our beautiful listings.  I’ll include pictures, information on the unit and some information about the neighborhood as well.  Take a look inside 923 Fifth Avenue, #17 CD and enjoy!
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For those desiring the ultimate luxury living experience among the quiet, tree-lined streets of Manhattan’s Upper East Side, 923 Fifth Avenue is one of the few condominium buildings on this distinctive and elegant section of Fifth Avenue.  


The View! 923 Fifth Avenue 
 
This stunning white-bricked and limestone building was … (5 comments)

keller williams new york city: Role Models in the Real Estate Industry - 08/15/11 03:18 AM
PART ONE OF A SERIES
 
Whatever profession we choose, we often aspire to and take cues from those who have paved the way and “graduated to greatness.”  These individuals not only achieve financial success but are passionate about life, sometimes come from humble beginnings and never give up, despite the odds.  They go through lean times and never let the word “no” be an obstacle toward reaching their goals.
 
Each week, I’ll be blogging about those individuals that I think are great role models.  I hope you’ll learn something you may not have known about them and share some … (2 comments)

keller williams new york city: MAPS BOLD COACHING IN MANHATTAN - 07/29/11 02:26 AM

Last week we had our first experience with Keller Williams’ BOLD Coaching.  This half-day free event was an introduction to Keller Williams New York City agents (and any Manhattan real estate professional) to learn about one of Keller Williams’ most successful strategies for working smarter, not harder.
Michaelann Byerly, one of the BOLD coaches is here conducting our training sessions.  Michaelann has been in real estate for 20 years and by applying these BOLD techniques grew her business from 87 sales a year to over 200 within three years.  What’s more, she learned how to do so -- working less hours. 
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keller williams new york city: New York Real Estate Brokers - 07/27/11 03:53 AM
Why to Use One Instead of Selling Yourself
A friend of a mine told me recently one of his friends was moving to Manhattan.  This person had begun the process of looking at options for buying in New York City.  After he got over the initial shock of real estate pricing compared to his Southern location, he was also confused at the differences in how real estate worked here.  
He’d tell my friend, “But, here our closings work this way....or, real estate brokers here do this...”  My friend’s advice to him:  Forget everything you’re used to...New York real estate is … (2 comments)

keller williams new york city: Five Ways to Generate Leads - 07/26/11 01:06 AM
Despite whether the market is hot or lukewarm, there’s always creative ways in which to attract buyers.  Some work better than others according to what’s going on in a particular market, but I thought I’d share some of the ways in which we’re being proactive in seeking out potential clients.
ONE:  FIRST POINT OF CONTACT
Oh, that all-important first impression!  When I meet with a prospective buyer for the first time, I have a sit-down, relaxed meeting and listen to what they’re looking for.  I may have an idea from a phone call or email, but nothing beats a face-to-face meeting.  … (10 comments)

keller williams new york city: Camp 4:4:3 - 07/25/11 01:31 AM
Keller Williams New York City in Session!
Henry Ford said, “Whether you think you can or think you can’t, you are right.” 
The more I and my team members delve into the great training available to us, we’re realizing that wise statement more clearly than ever before.  Keller Williams’ Camp 4:4:3 reinforces the sentiment through its 18 sessions for novice and seasoned real estate professionals.  We’ve been going through the sessions the past few weeks and what I’m finding is as much as I thought I knew about real estate, I’m still learning. 
Designed to take an agent from surviving to … (3 comments)

keller williams new york city: Chelsea Luxury Condos - 07/22/11 03:18 AM
The Chelsea Stratus at 101 West 24th Street in Chelsea
Towering over a choice Chelsea location is the Chelsea Stratus, a 40-story Chelsea luxury condo building.  Developed by LCOR, the real estate investment company that’s developed more than 20,000 multifamily residential projects throughout the U.S., invested $260 million to complete this luxury condo building in 2008. 
SCLE Architects, a Manhattan firm that’s designed such beautiful residential buildings such as 15 Central Park West, The Visionnaire and three of the Trump Buildings on Riverside Drive, is responsible for the Chelsea Stratus’ design. 
There are 205 studio, one, two and three-bedroom Chelsea luxury … (2 comments)

keller williams new york city: Luxury Living in Midtown Manhattan - 07/20/11 12:42 AM
The Platinum at 247 West 46th Street 

 
If you want luxury living right in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, the Platinum at 247 West 46th Street and 8th Avenue is the place to call home.
 
This dramatic 43-story condominium development is steps away from Times Square, the striking New York Times building and within walking distance to Broadway, Rockefeller Center and world-class restaurants, grocers and cafes.  
 
For a central location seconds away from numerous commuter and public transit, The Platinum is ultra-luxury living in Midtown and commercial-free Manhattan real estate.
 
The exterior is steel and … (2 comments)

keller williams new york city: Trump Place at 120 Riverside Boulevard - 07/12/11 01:03 AM
A Luxury Riverfront Trump Development in the Lincoln Center Neighborhood of Manhattan’s Upper West Side

Although smaller in stature than any of the other Trump Place luxury buildings along Riverside Boulevard, Trump Place at 120 Riverside Boulevard certainly isn’t smaller in luxury living, amenities and modern detail.  Built in 2004, it’s a 21-story building that houses 279 apartments and overlooks the Hudson River.  Some of these over-the-top luxury units have enormous terraces as well.
 
This Trump treasure is nestled among its larger counterparts between 66th and 65th Streets within all that lush, 75 acres of riverfront park setting.  The … (0 comments)

keller williams new york city: Murray Hill--A Small Midtown East Manhattan Neighborhood - 07/01/11 05:07 AM
Murray Hill is a small neighborhood, quiet and elegant, with condos, co-ops, town homes and brownstones.  Its unofficial borders are between Fifth Avenue and Franklin D. Roosevelt Drive and 34th and 40th Streets.

 
Unlike some of its more active midtown neighbors, Murray Hill is slower-paced and attracts those who want close access to busy Midtown but prefer to live on quieter streets.  Residents have to venture out for large-scale shopping and entertainment, but those who live there choose the area for just that reason. 
 
The busy Flatiron District is a short cab ride away and it’s close to … (0 comments)

keller williams new york city: The Park Imperial--An Historical and Luxurious New York City Apartment Building - 06/30/11 12:39 AM
Midtown West’s Gray Glass Tower at the Crossroads of Manhattan

 
The Park Imperial is a mixed-used slender granite tower in Midtown Manhattan.  These 101 luxury Manhattan condominiums begin on the 48th floor.  Dark, reflective glass gives privacy while providing breathtaking views of Central Park, the Hudson River and Manhattan’s skyline.  
 

 
Developed by Related Companies, New York Construction called the $180 million project “a true mixed-use project.”  It houses Random House’s 25-story corporate headquarters and its exterior, designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill marries two distinct structural elements; one whose complex geometric angles resemble bookends with … (3 comments)

keller williams new york city: Luxury Condos in Midtown East Manhattan - 06/27/11 01:45 AM
THE VENETO AT 250 EAST 53RD STREET IN TURTLE BAY

Dramatic glamour reminiscent of 50’s Europe is what the developers and designers had in mind when they constructed The Veneto in 2007. Located in Midtown East’s area of Sutton and Beekman Place in Manhattan, the tree-lined neighborhood is made up of grand town homes, elaborate mansions and statuesque buildings that blend an eclectic mixture of pre-war architectural designs. Steps away from the East River Promenade, The Veneto is for those desiring “the sweet life.”
 
Midtown East, Manhattan is an area known for attracting New York City’s most influential and … (4 comments)

keller williams new york city: THE THREE L’S OF THE MILLIONAIRE REAL ESTATE AGENT - 06/24/11 05:53 AM
From Gary Keller’s Best-Selling Book, The Millionaire Real Estate Agent
 

 
I’ve been reading through some passages of Gary Keller’s bestseller and thought I’d share some of those with you. I highly recommend you pick up a copy–his book is easy to read and packed full of great information.
 
It’s for the beginner or the seasoned pro and it’s not only a book that provides step-by-step information about being the best real estate professional you can be, but how the steps you take to do that is directly related to your life, overall. Success is measured by more … (0 comments)

keller williams new york city: Luxury Condos on the Upper East Side - 06/23/11 02:40 AM
The Lucida--New York’s First LEED Certified Luxury Condos on Manhattan’s Upper East Side
On 151 East 85th Street, an 18-story Manhattan luxury condo building stands out as a sleek, glassed environmentally-friendly group of sale and rental condominiums.
 
Opened in 2009, these luxury condos are the Upper East Side’s introduction to “smarter living.”  Developed by Extell and designed by architects Cook + Fox, residents are in for a manhattan luxury lifestyle with the added benefits of green living.  S. Russell Groves designed the Lucida’s interiors, using sustainable and renewable materials, whenever possible.
 
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is a voluntary … (4 comments)

keller williams new york city: NOLITA CONDOS - 06/15/11 01:08 AM
SUPERB LUXURY CONDOS AT 211 ELIZABETH STREET IN NOLITA

 
 
In the picturesque section of downtown Manhattan, Nolita, 211 Elizabeth Street is a small and stunning Nolita luxury condo building that sits on the corner of Elizabeth and Prince Streets.
 
This red-bricked, boutique building was the vision of a former Tony Award winning Broadway producer, Peter Manning and husband and wife Hollywood production designers, Robin Standefer and Stephen Alesch. The three are now 16 Prince, LLC, the developer and Roman and Williams, architects, respectively.
 
These creative forces created one of Manhattan’s most beautiful Nolita condo buildings. There’s … (0 comments)

keller williams new york city: The “New” High Line in Chelsea, New York City - 06/13/11 01:57 AM
Section 2 Opens for Summer!
As a New Yorker, I’m constantly inspired by the innovative ways in which developers and community leaders transform abandoned, seemingly useless relics of history into not only gorgeous green spaces, but places where Manhattanites can relax amongst one of the busiest cities in the world.
 
The High Line in Chelsea is certainly an example of that.  In the mid-80s, a group of Chelsea residents, “Friends of the High Line,” rallied and gained support to reuse what was once an elevated freight train structure into a pristine, beautiful and elevated public park.  
 
Trains stop … (2 comments)

keller williams new york city: Midtown Manhattan Condos are Selling! - 06/10/11 02:35 AM
Midtown Manhattan is the area that defines New York City--the pulse and heart of the city that never sleeps.  Rockefeller Center, Penn Station, the Empire State Building, Madison Square Garden and Times Square--all these world renown venues and iconic buildings are in Midtown.  

 
With it also being one of the most busiest commercial districts in the world, it’s easy to see why investors, individuals and corporations are buying in Midtown Manhattan condos.  With walking distance to cultural meccas, businesses, world-class restaurants and entertainment, it’s the perfect place for them to own their personal piece of New York City.
 
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