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Indoor Dining Is Back in NYC! By Kristina Kennedy-Aguero | October 16, 2020
As fall sets in, and the weather turns colder, NYC diners are undoubtedly glad that indoor dining has returned. Nobody is happier, however, than restaurant owners, many of whom have had their businesses closed for over six months.Some restaurants have been offering outdoor dining in gardens, patios,
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How to achieve your home ownership dream in the COVID era By Kristina Kennedy-Aguero | September 28, 2020
Many people have had to put their dream of homeownership on hold during the COVID-19 crisis. Now, as things are beginning to move again, it could be time to reinitiate your search for the home you desire. Follow these guidelines to ensure that you make the right decision and will not fall into financial difficulties in these uncertain times.
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"Streateries" Transforming NYC Dining By Kristina Kennedy-Aguero | September 14, 2020
NYC bars and restaurants have had to adapt, evolve, and improvise to survive the COVID-19 crisis, and the new outdoor dining areas, known as “streateries”, are showcasing the creativity, resourcefulness, and imagination of dining establishment owners.
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Three of the Latest Reports Show Housing Market Is Strong By Jared Antin | July 28, 2020
The residential real estate market is remaining resilient as the country still struggles to beat the COVID-19 pandemic. Three separate reports recently revealed how the housing market is still showing growth. Here’s a look at each one.
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Navigating the NY Market: What to Expect Post-Covid By Dylon Harbottle | July 13, 2020
With each passing day of the Covid-19 pandemic, new information allows us to better understand reactions and predict lasting trends within the NYC real estate market. As NYC sustains Phase 3 re-openings, Elegran is watching closely in order to provide our clients and readers with thoughtful insight into the pandemic’s influence on the city’s residential market.
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Where are New Yorkers looking for property post-pandemic? By Sean Keeley | June 22, 2020
The recent and ongoing Covid-19 pandemic has caused many people to examine what exactly is important to them about their home and real estate in general. It is no longer enough to seek out areas that show slipping sales and lingering new development.
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Eating In: A Look At Dining And Restaurants In NYC By Sean Keeley | June 01, 2020
In the short-term, the COVID-19 pandemic has altered the daily life of New Yorkers in major ways. While everyone has been impacted differently, the impact felt by the closure of NYC’s restaurants and dining spots has surely been one felt by most.
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Why Home Office Space Is More Desirable Than Ever By Dylon Harbottle | May 08, 2020
For years, we’ve all heard about the most desirable home features buyers are looking for, from upgraded kitchens to remodeled bathrooms, master suites, and more. The latest on the hotlist, however, might surprise you: home offices.
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Will This Economic Crisis Have a V, U, or L-Shaped Recovery By Jared Antin | May 05, 2020
Many American businesses have been put on hold as the country deals with the worst pandemic in over one hundred years. As the states are deciding on the best strategy to slowly and safely reopen, the big question is: how long will it take the economy to fully recover?
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Extreme Times Call For Extreme Actions By Kristina Kennedy-Aguero | April 23, 2020
Senate Bill S8125A, presented March 23rd and sponsored by Michael Gianaris of the 12th Senate District, is currently before the NY Senate Committee, Judiciary Committee. It is "an Act to suspend rent payments for certain residential tenants and small business commercial tenants and to suspend certain mortgage payments for ninety days in response to the outbreak of coronavirus."
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