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Neighborhood Guide to the East Bronx

Rap and Hip Hop music were born here. And although it hosts a wide array of ethnic groups, it’s predominantly influenced by the Italian-American culture. As a matter of fact, some have argued that Manhattan’s “Little Italy” has nothing over it. Yes, we’re talking about The Bronx- or if you like, The Boogie Down. Pretty much the only New York City borough that substantially lies on the US mainland. The rest are essentially islands. Now, don’t get me wrong. The…

Neighborhood Guide to the Upper East Side

   Are you looking to visit or move to one of the most prominent neighborhoods in the country? The Upper East Side in Manhattan, New York is located between Central Park and Fifth Avenue, 59th Street, East River, and 96th Street. The area is famed for possessing endless blocks of the rich and famous’ real estate; however, did you know there is so much more to this prominent district than meets the eye? We have skillfully crafted a guide…

How to Create Insta-Worthy Home Décor On A Tight Budget

Arielle Gray, Esq., Associate Broker @ Keller Williams Realty NYC Group www.findnyhomes.com You’ve just landed a new place. Let’s be real; in NYC, that isn’t always easy. Even if your spot isn’t new, it can be nice to switch up the décor from time to time. Whether you live in a modest studio apartment or something a bit more sizable, everyone deserves a place they can be proud of. Interior designers Betsy Helmuth, owner of Affordable Interior Design and Juliette…

How To Prepare A Rental Application That Gets Approved

By Jessica Feder-Birnbaum As a licensed real estate agent, I’ve received countless distraught calls from prospective renters when apartments they have applied for have “fallen through.” After submitting numerous client applications, I’ve learned several steps to take so an application doesn’t get denied. Whether you work with a broker or search on your own, here’s what you need to know to prepare a winning rental application. Qualifications Do your homework.  You don’t want to fall in love with an apartment…

How to Land Your Dream Apartment in New York City

Apartment searching anywhere can start out being very fun and quickly turn into a very time-consuming and daunting process. Looking for apartments in New York City, specifically, can leave seekers feeling very helpless due to higher rents, smaller living spaces and the need to be near the ‘perfect train.’ I would know, by 30 I had lived in midtown East, the Upper East Side, Midtown West, Queens and two stints in Brooklyn. Why is NYC so desirable? • Proximity to mass transportation:…

Is Staten Island really that bad?

Let’s go to Staten Island this weekend. Those are words no one says living in the other five boroughs of New York City. You have to take a bus or train to the Staten Island Ferry, take the ferry, take a bus, and then what? What is there to do? Well, it’s actually not that bad, you just have to give it a chance. The Arts For those of you who enjoy paintings, photography, film, underground music, or anything else…

7 Significant Signs A Neighborhood is Up-and-Coming

If you are interested in relocating to a fun, exciting area, what better place to move to than a neighborhood that is up-and-coming? The old adage says “location, location, location” and has been proven to be the most effective guiding tip when moving. Whether you are moving for work or looking for a complete lifestyle change, here are the top 7 significant signs that a neighborhood is up-and-coming: Monitor Real Estate Trends If you have a desirable area in mind,…

Mastering the Mobile Mayhem

How to get around in New York like a New Yorker – Transit Tips   So the city that never sleeps never stays still either. I mean, why would you want to? You have like 40 happy hours to get to, and 2 gallery openings. A bagel stand to visit…. lots! Like the staple messenger bag (get one of these, priority), you’re partnering functionality with style. Learning to manage your transit options will keep you cool & smartly collected on…

Why You Should Live in Manhattan

For the love of all that you hold dear, you owe it to yourself to live in Manhattan. Not forever, not necessarily, but give it a go once in your life and see how it feels to be in the center of absolutely everything. All the things you’ve heard about Manhattan are true. It is vibrant, full of energy, electric, and overwhelming. Living in Manhattan is to step out of your apartment every morning into the flow of a universal…

How to Combat the Pests of NYC

Let’s face it: New York City is not the cleanest place in the world. It is a city with a population of over 8 million and a city without alleyways. All trash and recycling is piled in black, blue, or clear bags or tied with string and stacked along the curbs of the streets, waste collectors creeping along day and night to make room for the next batch. The consequences of this and population density (in Manhattan for example, there…