Why the Best Agent to Sell Your Home Might Be a Buyer’s Agent
When sellers list their homes, they often look for agents with a long résumé of listings and big marketing teams. The assumption is simple: to sell well, hire someone who…
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From Buyer-Only to Trusted Closer: New Chapter at ELIKA
New York real estate is constantly evolving, and so are the relationships we build. At ELIKA Real Estate, our foundation has always been pure buyer advocacy. For over two decades,…
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Sell Your NYC Home: Costs, Taxes, and 1031 Guide
Selling a home in New York City has never been simple. Beneath the skyline of glass towers and brownstone blocks lies a real estate market defined by complexity, competition, and,…
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In Real Estate, the Market Always Has the Final Word
Ask almost any New Yorker what their apartment is worth, and you’ll likely get a confident-if not inflated number. Whether that estimate is based on a neighbor’s sale, a luxury…
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The Art of Selling: When Selling Means Not Selling at All
Selling a condominium or cooperative apartment in New York City is less about persuasion and more about positioning. In a market where perception is everything, the savviest sellers understand that…
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You Get What You Pay For: Two Decades of Lessons
The adage holds in a city where every square foot commands a premium: you get what you pay for. After twenty years of navigating the intricate terrain of New York…
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Why AI Can’t Replace a Human in Pricing Your NYC Home
Artificial intelligence is embedded in nearly every industry, and real estate is no exception. With a few clicks, AI-generated property valuations promise instant answers, drawing on a sea of comp…
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The Difference Between REBNY and Non-REBNY Agents
The high-stakes world of New York City real estate reveals a critical distinction between brokers: membership in the Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY). This storied institution, shaping the…
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Why Home Sellers Should Still Pay Buyers’ Agent Commissions
The U.S. real estate market faces significant changes following a ruling that challenges the long-standing tradition of sellers paying commissions for both their listing agent and the buyer’s agent. A…
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Deciding Whether to Rent or Sell Your Property in NYC
New York City’s property values can fluctuate as unpredictably as the weather, making the decision to rent or sell an apartment or townhouse anything but simple. With a constantly evolving…
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