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Fight over private listings spreads to the NYC rental market, according to lawsuit

September 25, 2026 - 9:30AM

A class-action lawsuit claims that the monopoly Compass holds over the rental market in Manhattan has driven up rents and lowered the number of availa... [ Read More... ]

by Cassidy Jensen

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With an acoustic consultation, NYC buyers can identify noise problems missed during a walkthrough

September 28, 2026 - 11:30AM

If you're a luxury buyer in NYC, an acoustic assessment prior to closing can help you identify quality-of-life noise problems. [ Read More... ]

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7 ways to negotiate a smaller rent increase at lease renewal time

September 11, 2026 - 9:30AM

When it's time for a lease renewal, NYC landlords often raise rents for market-rate tenants. Here are a few ways to negotiate a smaller increase. [ Read More... ]