A MESSAGE FROM CESAR GARCIA
November brings one of my favorite things — gratitude.
Gratitude for community, opportunity, and the families we serve every day.
As the season slows down, the right opportunities speed up. Buyers are serious, sellers are motivated, and smart investors are moving before Q1.
But above all, November is about giving back. Team Garcia NYC proudly supports multiple Thanksgiving food drives this month — because the heart of our success is the community we serve.
Let’s make this month meaningful.
— Cesar Garcia, Licensed Broker
THANKSGIVING FOOD GIVEAWAYS & COMMUNITY SUPPORT
QUEENS
Jamaica YMCA Turkey Giveaway
Address: 89-25 Parsons Blvd, Jamaica, NY 11432
Date/Time: Friday, Nov. 22 — 11 AM
St. John’s Bread & Life Mobile Pantry – Queens Blvd
Address: 92-10 Queens Blvd, Rego Park, NY 11374
Date/Time: Saturday, Nov. 23 — 10 AM–1 PM
Astoria Food Pantry Thanksgiving Distribution
Address: 25-82 Steinway St, Astoria, NY 11103
Date/Time: Sunday, Nov. 17 — 1 PM–3 PM
BROOKLYN
Bed-Stuy Turkey Drive – Restoration Plaza
Address: 1368 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY 11216
Date/Time: Thursday, Nov. 21 — 12 PM
Coney Island Community Thanksgiving Dinner
Address: 3059 West 21st St, Brooklyn, NY 11224
Date/Time: Sunday, Nov. 24 — 2 PM–5 PM
Flatbush Food Pantry Holiday Distribution
Address: 2201 Church Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Date/Time: Tuesday, Nov. 19 — 10 AM–2 PM
NASSAU COUNTY
Island Harvest Thanksgiving Box Distribution
Address: 40 Marcus Blvd, Hauppauge, NY 11788
Date/Time: Nov. 18–22 — 9 AM–3 PM
Hempstead Village Turkey Giveaway
Address: 99 James A. Garner Way, Hempstead, NY 11550
Date/Time: Wednesday, Nov. 20 — 3 PM
The INN Soup Kitchen – Meal Service
Address: 100 Madison Ave, Hempstead, NY 11550
Date/Time: Wednesday, Nov. 27 — 12 PM–4 PM
MARKET SNAPSHOT — NOVEMBER 2025
Queens
• Increased inventory giving buyers more negotiation space.
• Well-priced homes in Laurelton, Jackson Heights, and Middle Village moving in under 30 days.
• Investors targeting multifamily in Elmhurst and Ridgewood.
Brooklyn
• Strong activity in multi-family markets across Bushwick, Flatbush, Sunset Park.
• Rental demand forecast to rise into 2026.
• Seasonal slowdown creating opportunities for buyers.
Nassau
• Inventory higher than last year.
• Buyers taking advantage of concessions and rate buydowns.
• Hot spots: Valley Stream, Oceanside, Baldwin, Long Beach.
THANKSGIVING TIPS FOR HOMEOWNERS
Hosting Tips:
• Prep ingredients early
• Use crockpots for warming
• Create a kids’ table with activities
Budget Tips:
• Buy produce at local markets
• Shop early
• Make it a potluck
Home Comfort Tips:
• Change furnace filters
• Add weatherstripping
• Freshen guest spaces
FEATURED LISTING OF THE MONTH
964 State Street – Schenectady, NY
A beautifully maintained 4-family, perfect for investors:
• Two 2-bedroom units
• Two 1-bedroom units
• Two units projected vacant at closing
• Strong rental demand
TEAM GARCIA NYC — REAL ESTATE WITH HEART
We proudly serve NYC with:
• Buyer & seller representation
• Probate & estate sale expertise
• Investment consulting
• Off-market deals
• Title insurance via Nest Abstract
• Real estate education via Oak Knowledge
For real estate advice, probate property support, title coordination, or market insights, reach out today!
Cesar Garcia – Team Garcia NYC
Phone: 646-236-3723
Email: info@teamgarciany.com
Your Premier Real Estate & Estate Property Specialists in Laurelton, Queens