Author Archives: Doug Heddings

Glorious Penthouse Duplex with Wrap Terrace

Posted on October 8, 2008 by Doug Heddings

17 West 67th Complete Listing Info

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Beware of Housing Fraud…Here and Abroad

Posted on October 6, 2008 by Doug Heddings

My colleague’s friend just sent her this email which was a response from an ad she answered online: Hello, My name is Burgin Badams the owner of the 1bedroom apartment and also want you to know that it was due … Continue reading →

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3Q 2008 Manhattan Market Reports

Posted on October 3, 2008 by Doug Heddings

Well, the big 3 have released their Manhattan Market reports this morning and here they are: Prudential Douglas Elliman Halstead Corcoran Again, we would assume the same data sets but the results are not exactly in line.  Prices were (past … Continue reading →

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Selling Real Estate vs. Pulling Teeth

Posted on October 2, 2008 by Doug Heddings

It’s no secret that buyer psychology has shifted to a more cautious perspective in light of the recent economic developments.  Although I remain busy, I must state that selling real estate in today’s market is often more difficult than pulling teeth.  That said, I’m … Continue reading →

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L’shana Tova Tikatevu

Posted on September 30, 2008 by Doug Heddings

Happy New Year to all!

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Making Sense of Manhattan Real Estate

Posted on September 29, 2008 by Doug Heddings

The Bailout plan has been rejected (via WSJ) and it’s no surprise that the stock market has plummeted on the news.  So why am I still so busy?  I can’t answer that except by updating my current transaction activity (by current, I mean … Continue reading →

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Henry Paulson: Superhero?

Posted on September 26, 2008 by Doug Heddings

From my friend, former neighbor and very talented writer and satirist, Bruce Kluger comes this: As America faces her most calamitous economic crisis since the Great Depression, she seeks salvation not from some geeky bean-counter, but from a real macho money … Continue reading →

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POLL: The Near Future of Manhattan Real Estate

Posted on September 26, 2008 by Doug Heddings

Thanks to my friend and colleague Peter Comitini for designing this poll. Do you believe that the value of Manhattan homes two years from now will be… ( polls) The poll is being posted here, at UrbanDigs and at Comitini.com.

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Sellers have 4 Options in Declining Market

Posted on September 23, 2008 by Doug Heddings

If you’re selling your home in a declining market, you have 4 options to consider if your home is not selling: Aggressive Pricing:  Pricing the property aggressively below competition will drive home the perception of value to prospective purchasers. Rent:  … Continue reading →

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Georgian 2 Family Townhouse in Washington Heights

Posted on September 23, 2008 by Doug Heddings

Real Estate for Sale – New-York, NY 10032 – Real Estate Video Tour Complete Listing Info

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