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05/15/2019

Trump Tower Is Now One of NYC's Least-Desirable Luxury Buildings | Broker Pulse

(NEW YORK, NY) — According to Bloomberg, the 36-year-old building has become one of the least desirable luxury properties in Manhattan since Donald Trump took office. Trump Tower has become a damn impenetrable fortress (unless you have a fire-breathing dragon being driven by a mad woman) “ringed with concrete barriers and the two main entrances partially blocked off.” Also, the building hasn’t been updated in a long while so the place still looks like a solid gold bar had sex with a Z Gallerie. [ 604 more words ]
https://brokerpulse.com/2019/05/14/trump-tower-is-now-one-of-nycs-least-desirable-luxury-buildings/

(NEW YORK, NY) — According to Bloomberg, the 36-year-old building has become one of the least desirable luxury properties in Manhattan since Donald Trump took office. Trump Tower has become a damn impenetrable fortress (unless you have a fire-breathing dragon being driven by a mad woman) "ringed w...

05/13/2019

Real Estate Agents' Secret Weapons: 18 Must-Have Items on the Road | Broker Pulse

(MARKETING) — Many real estate agents hardly spend more than a few hours a week in their offices. Much of your business occurs on the road: on the way to showings, open houses, and meetings with clients. Having items that ensure real estate success in your car is a must. From personal hygiene items to real estate marketing collateral, there’s a lot you’ll need to be ready for any issues that arise. [ 1,651 more word ]
https://brokerpulse.com/2019/05/13/real-estate-agents-secret-weapons-18-must-have-items-on-the-road/

(MARKETING) — Many real estate agents hardly spend more than a few hours a week in their offices. Much of your business occurs on the road: on the way to showings, open houses, and meetings with clients. Having items that ensure real estate success in your car is a must. From personal hygiene item...

05/12/2019

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05/10/2019

Million Dollar Listing NY" Star Ryan Serhant & YouTube Star Casey Neistat Get First Look Of NYC's Newest Supertower | Broker Pulse

(NEW YORK, NY) — In his popular weekly vlog, Ryan Serhant is joined by Casey Neistat as they give viewers an unprecedented first look at New York City's newest supertower which will be the slenderest skyscraper in the world, with a width to height ratio of 1:24. With prices starting at $18 Million, the vlog will make this exclusive visit accessible to Serhant's more 300k subscribers and continues to bring an uncensored, unfiltered, and unapologetic look behind the scenes of the life of New York's most prominent young real estate agent. [ 136 more words ]
https://brokerpulse.com/2019/05/10/million-dollar-listing-ny-star-ryan-serhant-youtube-star-casey-neistat-get-first-look-of-nycs-newest-supertower/

(NEW YORK, NY) — In his popular weekly vlog, Ryan Serhant is joined by Casey Neistat as they give viewers an unprecedented first look at New York City's newest supertower which will be the slenderest skyscraper in the world, with a width to height ratio of 1:24. With prices starting at $18 Million...

05/08/2019

What Kim Kardashian Can Teach You About Social Media | Broker Pulse

(NEW MEDIA) — There seem to be two kinds of people: those who loathe the Kardashians and wouldn’t be caught dead watching an episode of their show and those who follow their exploits like an addictive real-life soap opera. Whichever side you fall on, one thing is undeniable: nobody knows how to keep people talking like the Kardashians. The doyenne of the Kardashian/Jenner clan is no doubt their most famous member, Kim. [ 1,169 more word ]
https://brokerpulse.com/2019/05/08/what-kim-kardashian-can-teach-you-about-social-media/

(NEW MEDIA) — There seem to be two kinds of people: those who loathe the Kardashians and wouldn't be caught dead watching an episode of their show and those who follow their exploits like an addictive real-life soap opera. Whichever side you fall on, one thing is undeniable: nobody knows how to ke...

05/07/2019

Facebook Founder Mark Zuckerberg Spent $59 Million Lake Tahoe Property | Broker Pulse

(BROKERAZZI) — Silicon Valley Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg secretly purchased two adjacent waterfront properties on Lake Tahoe’s. According to the Wall Street Journal, the Facebook founder dropped a whopping $59 million for two lakefront estates. The purchase happened privately using a limited-liability company. Lake Tahoe, known for its beaches and vast ski resorts, is a popular vacation destination for many in Northern California.
https://brokerpulse.com/2019/05/07/facebook-founder-mark-zuckerberg-spent-59-million-lake-tahoe-property/

(BROKERAZZI) — Silicon Valley Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg secretly purchased two adjacent waterfront properties on Lake Tahoe's. According to the Wall Street Journal, the Facebook founder dropped a whopping $59 million for two lakefront estates. The purchase happened privately using a limited-lia...

05/06/2019

9 Steps to Use Linkedin Correctly to Generate Real Estate Leads | Broker Pulse

(MARKETING) — You know the ins and outs of real estate marketing for Facebook. You tweet regularly to your many followers on Twitter. You even post on visual social networks like Pinterest and YouTube. But do you take advantage of all that LinkedIn has to offer? The unofficial social network for professionals is actually an excellent real estate lead generation tool. [ 1,589 more word ]
https://brokerpulse.com/2019/05/06/9-steps-to-use-linkedin-correctly-to-generate-real-estate-leads/

(MARKETING) — You know the ins and outs of real estate marketing for Facebook. You tweet regularly to your many followers on Twitter. You even post on visual social networks like Pinterest and YouTube. But do you take advantage of all that LinkedIn has to offer? The unofficial social network for p...

05/03/2019

Go Hard & Go Home: Latest Luxury Trend of At Home Fitness | Broker Pulse

(NEW YORK, NY) — This year in fitness it’s all about going hard, at home. According to top publications, such as Architectural Digest, one of the biggest workout trends of 2019 is the luxury of working out at home – “fitness fanatics are not fans of the current state of boutique studios and fancy gyms: classes are overcrowded and hard to reserve, prices have skyrocketed.” [ 431 more words ]
https://brokerpulse.com/2019/05/03/go-hard-go-home-latest-luxury-trend-of-at-home-fitness/

(NEW YORK, NY) — This year in fitness it's all about going hard, at home. According to top publications, such as Architectural Digest, one of the biggest workout trends of 2019 is the luxury of working out at home – "fitness fanatics are not fans of the current state of boutique studios and fanc...

05/02/2019

05/02/2019

05/02/2019

The $20M West Side Duplex Starring in "Hustlers" with Jennifer Lopez | Broker Pulse

The $20M West Side Duplex Starring in “Hustlers” with Jennifer Lopez

(NEW YORK, NY) — Jennifer Lopez is starring in her newest film "Hustlers" at the luxury condominium on the upper west side, One West End, between 59th and 60th streets on West End Avenue. The luxury condo complex has star power: another unit is owned by Bruce Willis, and close sources says he's lo...

05/02/2019

Statement Staircases are Promoting Physical Fitness | Broker Pulse

Statement Staircases are Promoting Physical Fitness

(NEW YORK, NY) — May is National Physical Fitness Month – a perfect time to evaluate the design's impact on health and wellness. "Statement staircases," which are on the rise in luxury condos, have the potential to increase physical fitness. Intently designed to be functional and aesthetically p...

05/02/2019

Halstead Recognizes Top Agents at The Apollo Theater | Broker Pulse

Halstead Recognizes Top Agents at The Apollo Theater

(NEW YORK, NY) — Halstead, tri-state real estate brokerage recently celebrated its top agents at its annual awards ceremony held at Harlem's World Famous Apollo Theater on April 11th, 2019. The awards were presented on stage by Diane M. Ramirez, Halstead's Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer, an...

05/02/2019

Mr. Chow's Ex-Wife lists Brooklyn penthouse for over $6M | Broker Pulse

Mr. Chow’s Ex-Wife lists Brooklyn penthouse for over $6M

(NEW YORK, NY) — Eva Chun Chow, ex-wife of restaurateur and artist, Michael Chow, has listed the stunning penthouse at One John Street for $6.49 million. Eva and Michael bought the sprawling three-bedroom for $5.765 million in 2016. The penthouse comes with a 750-square-foot private roof terrace a...

10/12/2018

MTA looks to tech entrepreneurs to help solve its bus and subway crisis

(NEW YORK, NY) – In an attempt to solve the bus and subway crisis, the MTA has launched the Transit Tech Lab. The lab will serve as an organized way for the MTA to review and test new products designed by tech entrepreneurs. Around 5.7 million New Yorkers use the transit system every weekday. Traffic and delays are unavoidable, but the MTA is challenging tech companies to design tools to help improve daily commutes. [ 131 more words ]
https://brokerpulse.com/2018/10/10/mta-looks-to-tech-entrepreneurs-to-help-solve-its-bus-and-subway-crisis/

(NEW YORK, NY) – In an attempt to solve the bus and subway crisis, the MTA has launched the Transit Tech Lab. The lab will serve as an organized way for the MTA to review and test

10/10/2018

The ghosts haunting New York City

(NEW YORK, NY) — ’Tis the season for gloomy nights and ghost stories. There are quite a few old spirits creeping around New York City, with some even creepier backstories. Have you been to one of these haunted places? Grab the popcorn… Turn off the lights… Let’s visit Manhattan after dark… Washington Square Park For the common New Yorker, Washington Square Park is a place for fairs, picnics, concerts, and enjoying the outdoors. [ 600 more words ]
https://brokerpulse.com/2018/10/10/the-ghosts-haunting-new-york-city/

(NEW YORK, NY) — ’Tis the season for gloomy nights and ghost stories. There are quite a few old spirits creeping around New York City, with some even creepier backstories. Have you been to one

10/09/2018

A look into JFK Airport’s $13 billion makeover

(NEW YORK, NY) – The estimated $13 billion proposal is $3 billion higher than the original estimated cost of $10 billion, and will include a 21st-century modern makeover that will make the airport better than the destination! “Central Park at JFK,” will be an indoor green space bringing one of New York City’s most iconic landmarks to passengers. A new food hall, modeled after Chelsea Market, will take the hunger out of waiting, New York style. [ 236 more words ]
https://brokerpulse.com/2018/10/08/a-look-into-jfk-airports-13-billion-makeover/

(NEW YORK, NY) – The estimated $13 billion proposal is $3 billion higher than the original estimated cost of $10 billion, and will include a 21st-century modern makeover that will make the airport better than

10/08/2018

Jeff Appel: Former President turned Broker at Halstead Property

(NEW YORK, NY) — From president to broker, Jeff Appel has joined Halstead Property. Appel claims that he wanted to become an agent for awhile, “it got delayed and put off, and finally I just decided the time came.” The former president of Town Residential and mortgage industry veteran has formed the Caracciolo Appel Team, with husband John Caraccioli. Appel’s job at Halstead entails of resales of his upstate New York portfolio, which includes 17 properties he invested in Syracuse, Binghamton, Albany and Ithaca, and resales in New York City. [ 129 more words ]
https://brokerpulse.com/2018/10/03/jeff-appel-former-president-turned-broker-at-halstead-property/

(NEW YORK, NY) — From president to broker, Jeff Appel has joined Halstead Property. Appel claims that he wanted to become an agent for awhile, “it got delayed and put off, and finally I just decided

10/06/2018

Bradley Cooper revealed as buyer of $13.5 million off-market townhouse

(NEW YORK, NY) — Bradley Cooper was revealed as the buyer of an off-market listing last spring. Cooper registered the Greenwich Village townhouse, located at 224 West 10th Street, under “The Cool Trust,” which was managed by Jeffrey Wolman, who runs a business management firm that primarily caters to those in the entertainment industry. The $13.5 million, five-story home spans around 4,000 square feet, is about 21 feet wide, and has about 1,100 square feet of outdoor space. [ 31 more words ]
https://brokerpulse.com/2018/10/05/bradley-cooper-revealed-as-buyer-of-13-5-million-off-market-townhouse/

(NEW YORK, NY) — Bradley Cooper was revealed as the buyer of an off-market listing last spring. Cooper registered the Greenwich Village townhouse, located at 224 West 10th Street, under “The Cool Trust,” which was managed

10/05/2018

Silverstein Properties launches real estate lending venture

(NEW YORK, NY) — Silverstein Properties, a New York City-based development firm, has launched a real estate lending venture. The new branch, Silverstein Capital Partners, will provide loans for projects spanning from office and industrial to residential and retail, according to Bloomberg. Silverstein Properties is expanding into the world of real estate lending. The new segment of the company will be known as Silverstein Capital Partners and provide loans for all types of projects. [ 132 more words ]
https://brokerpulse.com/2018/10/04/silverstein-properties-launches-real-estate-lending-venture/

(NEW YORK, NY) — Silverstein Properties, a New York City-based development firm, has launched a real estate lending venture. The new branch, Silverstein Capital Partners, will provide loans for projects spanning from office and industrial to residential

10/04/2018

President Trump is accused of receiving millions from his father’s real estate empire

(NEW YORK, NY) — Trump has received at least $413 million in today’s dollars from his father’s real state empire, according to a New York Times report. The report suggests that the self-made billionaire is not self-made at all, and states that President Trump has helped his parents evade paying taxes on millions of dollars which has allowed him to cumulate his massive fortune. [ 435 more words ]
https://brokerpulse.com/2018/10/02/president-trump-is-accused-of-receiving-millions-from-his-fathers-real-estate-empire/

(NEW YORK, NY) — Trump has received at least $413 million in today’s dollars from his father’s real state empire, according to a New York Times report. The report suggests that the self-made billionaire is not

10/02/2018

Compass raises $400 million, now valued at $4.4 billion

(NEW YORK, NY) — Compass, a real estate brokerage known for modernizing the industry with cutting-edge technology, is now valued at $ 4.4 billion. Last week, the company announced that it raised an additional $400 million in its Series F funding round led by SoftBank’s Vision Fund and Qatar Investment Authority. Also participating in the deal were Wellington IVP and Fidelity, allowing Compass to raise a total of $1.2 billion in venture capital funding. [ 228 more words ]
https://brokerpulse.com/2018/10/01/compass-raises-400-million-now-valued-at-4-4-billion/

(NEW YORK, NY) — Compass, a real estate brokerage known for modernizing the industry with cutting-edge technology, is now valued at $ 4.4 billion. Last week, the company announced that it raised an additional $400 million

09/26/2018

U.N. General Assembly creates traffic nightmare in Manhattan

(NEW YORK, NY) — Real estate brokers traveling to, from, and within Manhattan this week, brace for a traffic nightmare. NYC has deployed a massive security operation throughout the city in preparation for the annual United Nations General Assembly, which runs through October 1. The Department of Transportation has designated weekdays from Monday, September 24, through Monday, October 1, as gridlock alert days. [ 197 more words ]
https://brokerpulse.com/2018/09/26/u-n-general-assembly-creates-traffic-nightmare-in-manhattan/

(NEW YORK, NY) — Real estate brokers traveling to, from, and within Manhattan this week, brace for a traffic nightmare. NYC has deployed a massive security operation throughout the city in preparation for the annual United

09/26/2018

$10 billion JFK Airport renovation won’t include a new runway

(NEW YORK, NY) — John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is making way for a $10 billion makeover. According to the Wall Street Journal, Governor Andrew Cuomo is expected to announce the details of the renovation project in the coming weeks. The project will include new roads, improved taxiways for aircraft, and a modernized terminal layout. However, the airport will not be getting a new runway. [ 119 more words ]
https://brokerpulse.com/2018/09/25/10-billion-jfk-airport-renovation-wont-include-a-new-runway/

(NEW YORK, NY) — John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is making way for a $10 billion makeover. According to the Wall Street Journal, Governor Andrew Cuomo is expected to announce the details of the renovation