Fall Season & Community Highlights • Halloween in Laurelton – The annual Laurelton Halloween Parade is back! Families will enjoy costumes, music, and treats along Merrick Blvd.• Jackson Heights Halloween Parade – NYC’s largest children’s Halloween parade takes place October 31st along 37th Avenue.• Pumpkin Picking – Queens County Farm Museum is hosting pumpkin patch … Continued
Transit & Mobility • New Express Bus to Manhattan – The QM65 express bus launched in June, connecting Laurelton with Downtown Manhattan through Rochdale and South Jamaica.• Faster Local Commutes – The Q84 Rush bus now runs with limited stops along Merrick Blvd, cutting travel times.• Better Bus Service Across Queens – The Queens Bus … Continued
Back-to-School & Fresh Starts September means new school routines, cooler weather, and a fresh start for families across Queens, Brooklyn, and Nassau. Whether you’re prepping your home for sale, searching for a new one, or just enjoying the season, Team Garcia NYC is here to guide you. Grand Opening: Real Broker NY – Queens Connection … Continued
Last Hurrah Before School Starts! As summer winds down, August is the perfect time to enjoy everything NYC has to offer before school routines kick back in. Here are some family-friendly ideas: Back to School: Prep for a Smooth Transition Last-Minute Vacation Ideas August Market Snapshot: What’s Happening? Despite rising interest rates, motivated buyers and … Continued
Happy 4th of July from Team Garcia NYC! We hope you and your loved ones enjoy a safe and joyful Independence Day! Whether you’re heading to the beach, catching fireworks, or hosting a BBQ, take a moment to celebrate freedom, family, and community. As the summer heats up, so does the real estate market — … Continued
Building Relationships through Service A message from Cesar Garcia Dear Neighbors, As we welcome June, thank you for letting me be a part of your real estate journey for the past 23 years. From guiding first-time buyers to assisting families during delicate times like probate sales, I’ve built my career on relationships, not just transactions. … Continued
Brooklyn, Queens & Long Island Real Estate Market Update BROOKLYN– Median Home Price: $780,000 (up 2.1% YoY)– Inventory remains tight, but new spring listings are on the rise.– Competitive market for buyers—especially in Bed-Stuy and Crown Heights. QUEENS– Median Home Price: $680,000 (up 1.8% YoY)– Bayside and Forest Hills are showing steady demand.– Great time … Continued
Spring has arrived, and with it, renewed activity in the New York City real estate market. Here’s what’s trending in the Big Apple’s housing landscape this month: Market Trends & Insight The NYC real estate market is showing signs of stabilization following a period of fluctuating interest rates. As of April 2025: · Median Home … Continued
According to the new Knock Sellers-Buyers Market Index, of the top-100 largest metropolitan markets, 98 of them reported home price declines in September, while 15 markets reported home prices falling by more than 10% from their highs set earlier this year. So what does this mean? According to Knock, a confluence of events that led to the … Continued
Saluda Grade, WEG Capital picking up high-demand portfolios From left: Ryan Craft, chief executive officer, Saluda Grade; Sean Breuner, chief executive officer, AvantStay (Saluda Grade, AvantStay, iStock) Short-term rentals aren’t just for mom-and-pop owners anymore: Wall Street has taken notice of the market and are getting in on the game. New York-based investment firm Saluda … Continued