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09
May
Buying a Co-op in NYC: A Borough-by-Borough Guide from a Brooklyn Native

Buying a Co-op in NYC: A Borough-by-Borough Guide from a Brooklyn Native

Thinking about buying a co-op in New York City? Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker Laurie Savino breaks down what buyers need to know in every borough — from Manhattan board culture to Brooklyn price points, Queens hidden gems, the Bronx, and Staten Island."
15 min read
07
Apr
Fort Hamilton Mews Rezoning: What Bay Ridge Residents Need to Know Before the April 15 Meeting By Laurie Savino | Destination Bay Ridge

Fort Hamilton Mews Rezoning: What Bay Ridge Residents Need to Know Before the April 15 Meeting By Laurie Savino | Destination Bay Ridge

A proposed 11-story, 292-unit rental building at 9305 5th Avenue (the Staples site) in Bay Ridge is moving through NYC's land use review process. Here's everything Community District 10 residents need to know — including how to prepare for the April 15 CB10 meeting.
6 min read
12
Mar
Bay Ridge, Brooklyn: The Neighborhood That Has It All — and Still Has Room for You

Bay Ridge, Brooklyn: The Neighborhood That Has It All — and Still Has Room for You

Bay Ridge is Brooklyn's best-kept open secret — a waterfront neighborhood with a small-town feel, strong schools, and home prices that still make sense in 2026. Here's what buyers and sellers need to know right now.
7 min read
22
Jan
What 3 Other Agents Couldn't Sell in 18 Months, I Sold in 4 Days

What 3 Other Agents Couldn't Sell in 18 Months, I Sold in 4 Days

After 30 years in real estate, I've learned that stale listings rarely need more patience—they need strategic vision. Here's how three properties that sat for months or years with other agents sold within days once someone saw what buyers actually needed to see.
7 min read
15
Nov
The Complete Bay Ridge Buyer's Guide 2025: Everything You Need to Know Before Moving to Brooklyn's Hidden Gem by Laurie Savino

The Complete Bay Ridge Buyer's Guide 2025: Everything You Need to Know Before Moving to Brooklyn's Hidden Gem by Laurie Savino

Bay Ridge 2025 guide: prices ($200K co-ops to $1.2M+ homes), best streets, schools, Shore Road Park & insider tips. Discover why this waterfront neighborhood offers exceptional value with NYC access. By a local agent who lives here.
5 min read