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Summer Snapshot 2019

Summer 2019 has been a busy market for luxury sales closings, thanks to a new, graduated “Mansion Tax” rate on apartments over $1M. Beginning July 1st, what used to be a flat 1% tax on the buyer has climbed up to a maximum of 3.90% on apartments priced $25M and above.

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FeaturesMark Bello
NYC Housing Market Pulse Check: January 2019

We have shifted to a Buyer’s from a Seller’s market- but activity is strong and both sides have reason to feel positive about the new year.   Interest rates are the most competitive as they’ve been in months and many savvy buyers are locking in 90 day rate locks at very attractive levels. 

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FeaturesMark Bello
NYC: Art Surrounds You 

New York City has long been a destination for artists and collectors and all things creative.

You need not look beyond the streets around you to bask in creative glory. Epic murals and sculptures vibrate to the pulse of NYC. Here are a few worth taking a moment to notice... now it’s time to discover your own.  

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FeaturesMark Bello
A Life in Color

A life surrounded by well chosen colors is enriched, heathy, and inspired. Adding colors to your home is a great way to bring the best of outside world inside- and nurture and nestle you in the best possible way.  

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...breathe...

One trait that all New Yorkers share is our perpetual busyness. I recently discovered two guided meditation centers that I recommend you visit to give yourself a 30 minute vacation from life- and stress- and I guarantee you will emerge recharged and ready to tackle the world.

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Notes on China

My recent trip to China was an experience of a lifetime. Now it's my pleasure to share my notes with you!

I hope you find inspiration to take your own magical journey to this extraordinary country.

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