A client once asked me a very good question: "Why don't more buyers make offers on homes they think are overpriced?"

Bill HerbstMarch 19, 2025#nycrealtor, #nycrealestateagent, #nycrealestate, #nycrealestatebroker, #below23rdstreet, #compassny, #compass, #manhattanrealestate, #brooklynrealestate

How Long Does It Take to Get a Real Estate Contract Signed in New York City?

At least ten days. That's generally the time required for the buyer's attorney to perform "due diligence." The purpose is to protect the buyer by making sure that there are no issues with the apartment or the building.

Bill HerbstMarch 5, 2025#nycrealestate, #nycrealestatebroker, #nycrealestateagent, #compassny, #compass, #manhattanrealestate, #below23rdstreet, #gilmartinherbstteam, #brroklynrealestate

Gnocchi on 9th Opens in Greenwich Village

The original location of Gnocchi on 9th, on East 9th St., became a social media sensation for its simple, affordable, and photogenic concept: a Chinese takeout-stye container filled with tasty gnocchi, a sauce, and maybe a burrata.

Bill HerbstMarch 5, 2025#gnocchion9th, #nycfood, #nycfoodie, #nycrealestatebroker, #nycrealestateagent, #nycrealestate, #below23rdstreet

There Aren't Enough Homes for Sale in NYC

Tuesday morning at our jam-packed Compass HQ sales meeting, one of the managers, Alex, asked who was working with buyers and having trouble finding enough active listings to show them. Over half the agents in the room raised their hands.

Bill HerbstFebruary 19, 2025#compass, #compassnyc, #nycrealestate, #nycrealestateagent, #nycrealestatebroker, #below23rdstreet, #selling a home, #buying a home, #manhattanrealestate, #brooklynrealestate

NEW! Our Q4 Manhattan Market Report

Here's some welcome news. Manhattan's real estate market wrapped up Q4 2024 on a positive note.

Bill HerbstJanuary 9, 2025#nycrealestate, #manhattanrealestate, #nycrealestatebroker, #nycrealerstateagent, #compass, #compassny, #below23rdstreet, #gilmartinherbstteam, #realestatemarket, #market report

Compass' Q3 Manhattan Market Report

We're pleased to present Compass' Q3 Manhattan Market Report, a comprehensive look at sales activity from July through September.

Bill HerbstOctober 8, 2024#nyc real estate, #nyc real estate market, #market report, #nyc real estate broker, #compass, #compassny, #q3 Manhattan Market Report, #below23rdstreet

Travelers, Poets, and Friends: A New Meat-Free Italian Market in Greenwich Village

Greenwich Village's latest culinary addition, Travelers, Poets, and Friends, opened recently at 457 Sixth Avenue. This pescatarian and vegetable-focused market features pasta, baked goods, a cafe bar, and a restaurant.

Bill HerbstDecember 28, 2023#greenwichvillage, #nycfood, #nycfoodie, #meatfree, #nycrealestateagent, #below23rdstreet, #mANHATTAN

Are All The Millionaires Really Leaving New York?

Was the whole "millionaires fleeing from New York" thing a hoax?

Bill HerbstDecember 18, 2023#millionaire, #nyc, #nycrealestate, #nycrealerstateagent, #nycrealestatebroker, #gilmartinherbsttea, #manhattanrealestate, #brooklynrealestate, #nycmillionaire, #compass, #compassny, #below23rdstreet

SantaCon NYC 2023

This Saturday, Dec. 9 is SantaCon 2023. Whether you're planning to participate or to stay as far away as possible, here's what you need to know.

Bill HerbstDecember 6, 2023#santacon, #santconnyc, #gilmartinherbsttean #nycrealestateagent, #nycrealestatebroker, #gilmartinherbstteam, #nycholiday, #below23rdstreet

Manhattan Market Update: Yes, Homes Are Selling

Right now, homes are selling in Manhattan. It's a sluggish market and a slow time of year, but last week 146 contracts were signed.

Bill HerbstNovember 28, 2023NYC real estate broker, nyc reral estate agent, NYC real estate, manhattan real eatate, Compass, compassnyc, #below23rdstreet, gilmartinherbstteam, market update, real estate market reports

In the Manhattan Real Estate Market, September Was Slow - As Usual

In Manhattan, September is traditionally the month when the fewest number of home sales contracts are signed.

Bill HerbstSeptember 27, 2023#nycrealestateagent, #gilmartinherbstteam #compass #compassny #billherbst @nycrealestate #nycrealestateagent, #manhattanrealESTATE, #copassny, #compass, #compassny, #below23rdstreet, #nycrealestatebroker

Neapolitan Pizza in Greenwich Village - L’antica Pizzeria da Michele

We get what the fuss about. Superb thin-crusted pizza from a wood-fired oven.

Bill HerbstAugust 14, 2023#below23rdstreet, #greenwichvillage, #pizza, #lanticapizzariadamichele, #damichele, #nycrealestateagent, #nycrealestatebroker, #compassny, #compass, #nycfoodie

Co-op or Condo? The Top Seven Questions to Ask Yourself

Thinking about buying a co-op or a condo in Manhattan? Ask yourself these seven questions to find out what’s best for you.

Bill HerbstFebruary 28, 2020#compass, #compassny, #coop, 3condo, #manhattanrealestate, #below23rdstreetComment

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Contact
Licensed Associate
Real Estate Brokers
billandralph@compass.com
M: 917.596.3743

Compass Global Headquarters
90 Fifth Avenue, 3rd Floor
New York NY 10011
212.913.9058