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The problem with residential/commercial mixed-use

The problem with residential/commercial mixed-use

As brokers who trade exclusively in matching buyers and sellers of apartment buildings, we sometimes run into the issue of mixed-use assets, such as when a rental building hosts retail on the first floor, or when part of the apartment building is, or becomes, office...
Here’s what renters really want

Here’s what renters really want

Location, location, location is touted as the most important factor when determining the best place to invest. Like many maxims (such as “nice guys finish last”), it’s not entirely true. It’s nuanced. For certain renters, location comes second to amenities and...
Here’s what renters really want

Does home staging cost too much?

It’s funny, these days people often say to me. “You must be crazy busy because the market is down.” One would think that since there is more competition, leading to buyers having more choices, sellers would want to do what is necessary to help them sell. Regrettably...
When people take advantage of the vulnerable

When people take advantage of the vulnerable

This is one of those stories that’s sad to tell and infuriating to witness, but necessary to share. It’s one of those things we don’t realize is a concern until it’s happening to us or someone we love. It’s one of those stories where someone takes advantage of someone...