Category Archives: Tips & Advice

More Manhattan Real Estate Inefficiencies

Posted on September 7, 2007 by Doug Heddings

I have penned with some frequency about the many inefficiencies that exist in the New York City real estate market and the frustration continues with property managers.  My team and I seem to be hitting a wall with numerous property … Continue reading →

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Thursday Link-O-Rama

Posted on September 6, 2007 by Doug Heddings

Not enough time to come up with anything original today.  Busy trying to finally get the TrueGotham TV pilot shot (looks like it’s FINALLY happening next Friday) and of course I have to tend to my sellers who are ready … Continue reading →

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Top of the line Kitchen Renos from OpenHouseNYC

Posted on September 4, 2007 by Doug Heddings

This weeks OpenHouseNYC segment covers a decision that many of us face during our homeownership: How much money do we spend on a kitchen renovation?  Should we modestly renovate with resale in mind or do we go "all out" and … Continue reading →

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Easy Home Renovations for Sellers from OpenHouseNYC

Posted on August 29, 2007 by Doug Heddings

Our latest selection from OpenHouseNYC is a helpful piece for any seller who would like to maximize the value of their home prior to marketing. For anyone on the house hunt, as much as we sometimes don’t want to admit … Continue reading →

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True Gotham Partners with LX Network’s and WNBC’s OpenHouseNYC: This Week…Pet Proofing Tips

Posted on August 22, 2007 by Doug Heddings

True Gotham is very excited to announce that we have partnered with LX Networks and WNBC’s OpenHouseNYC to bring you weekly clips from their program.  In turn, OpenHouseNYC will be featuring TrueGotham content on their website on a weekly basis.  … Continue reading →

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The Bizarre Manhattan Co-op Market and Those Who Make It So

Posted on August 21, 2007 by Doug Heddings

I’m still on vacation but dabbling on the computer this AM as the rain continues to come down…the kids and I did have a nice swim in the rain though.  Anyway, I just received this email from a TrueGotham reader … Continue reading →

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What a Buyer Doesn’t know may Indeed Hurt Them

Posted on August 16, 2007 by Doug Heddings

I’m still on vacation and trying my best to stay away from the technology that keeps me "in touch" with the real world and therefore less likely to relax (just checked my stock portfolio for first time in a week…OUCH!!!). Having … Continue reading →

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Bar is Being Raised in Manhattan Real Estate

Posted on August 9, 2007 by Doug Heddings

This morning I had the sincere pleasure of meeting with a TrueGotham reader who is considering a career in Manhattan real estate.  She found me while reading a comment thread on an Asked Curbed question about becoming a broker.  So … Continue reading →

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Friday Limk-O-Rama

Posted on August 3, 2007 by Doug Heddings

First I want to apologize for the light postings this week.  Some exciting things going on behind the scenes here that are taking up a great deal of my time.  That said, here are some links that I found interesting in … Continue reading →

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Prioritizing Property Features

Posted on August 1, 2007 by Doug Heddings

I just returned from a marketing presentation this morning in which I was reminded of how important it is to hire a knowledgeable and well-seasoned real estate agent.   In this particular instance, the seller (referred to me by an attorney … Continue reading →

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