Sue's News and Views January 2026

Dear All,

Wishing you a New Year with transforming power,

a healthy, prosperous, happy and joyful 2026!

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What is public? What is a secret? Does everybody has secrets? How many secrets are ok? What secrets are ok? Does everything have to be public?

In a time of social media, the lines between the public and the personal space have become blurred.

Is this a good thing - or a bad thing?

Since Compass, the largest residential brokerage, sued Zillow, alleging anticompetitive practices related to the "Zillow Ban" that blocks listings marketed privately first, claiming it harms competition and consumer choice, hearings are ongoing in New York over Zillow's listing standards, and if they have been implemented to increase fairness for consumers, or are an antitrust violation, a tactic to maintain Zillow's market dominance by stifling competition and limiting seller choice.

Fact: Historically, there have always been listings that were not listed publicly (for a myriad of reasons): off-market listings, also called whisper/quiet/pocket listings. Fact: You can sell by word of mouth, or your agent has connections with buyers - or with other agents and their buyers.

Fact: When selling your property, you are not obligated to list it publicly - with or without an agent; yet, you will have to comply with NYS disclosure laws.

If you or someone you know can't find what they are looking for on the internet - reach out to me - I or one of my team mates, or area specialists I know, might just have that private exclusive listing you are searching for. The internet is a great tool. A person to person conversation will likely get you further - and that goes for mostly every area of your life. With all the tech blessings nowadays, lets remember how to talk and listen to each other.

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**Here's to a promising 2026

with lots of connections and lots of fearless conversations.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Warmly,

sue

Real Estate in the News

NYC Weekly Luxury Reports of Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens

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Why So Many People Are Thankful They Bought A Home This Year

Homebuyers are weighing their options right now, and they certainly have a lot on their minds. But here’s what many recent buyers would tell you: even with all that, making a move is worth it. Life doesn’t wait for better market conditions. So, your decision shouldn’t be about trying to time the market perfectly...

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Keeping Current Matters

NYC January Events

EXTENDED - CLOSING JANUARY 4!

44 The Musical

In 44 The Musical, written, composed and directed by Eli Bauman, T.J Wilkins, Shanice and Chad Doreck star as Barack and Michelle Obama and Joe Biden in this "smart, sophisticated satire, a hilarious spoof R&B musical stocked with top-drawer talent and comedic invention with Broadway calibre singing..." (Chicago Tribune).

Limited Run - Don't miss it!

Click HERE to learn more.

JANUARY 8–13

Winter Jazz Fest

Catch world-class jazz across Manhattan and Brooklyn with multi-venue shows and festival marathons — perfect for discovering live music in the heart of winter.

Click HERE to learn more and the concert dates and times of the 108 participating acts!

JANUARY 19, 3:00PM

MLK Celebration

at the Apollo

Presented by WNYC & The Apollo.

Apollo Education invites the community to join this year’s MLK Young Changemakers event, honoring Dr. King’s powerful legacy in a modern context. MLK Young Changemakers is a series of conversations in recognition of Dr. King’s impact and the National Youth Day of Service.

The Apollo Stages at the Victoria, 233 W 125th St.

FREE w/RSVP

JANUARY 16-18

Josh Johnson

Award winning stand-up comedian Josh Johnson, in his Flowers Tour, performes 5 live shows at The Beacon Theatre in New York City.

Exquisit!

Tickets HEREE E

JANUARY 20 - FEBRUARY 12

Broadway Week

January is one of the best months to see a show. Broadway Week brings discounted tickets and renewed energy to the theater scene, making it ideal for cozy winter nights in the city.

Click HERE to learn more!

JANUARY 24, 2026-JUNE 2027

Household Gods:

Hindu Devotional Prints 1860-1930

presents the first encyclopedic exhibition of these chromo-lithographic prints from the pioneering studio presses of Calcutta (Kolkata), Poona (Pune), and Bombay (Mumbai). These mass-produced prints became a powerful means of expressing Indian religious identity at a time when the country was experiencing the first stirrings of the Independence movement.

At the MET Museum.

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Afternoon Tea in Manhattan

The most ravishing afternoon tea service in New York can currently be found amid the sparkling crystal and plush furniture of the Grand Salon at the Baccarat Hotel 28 W 53rd St. Elegant and elevated while still remaining eminently comfortable, the experience is best enjoyed over a leisurely few hours.

Pricey and sublime!

Lifestlye Tips and Tricks

How To Stretch Your Options,

Not Your Budget

One of the biggest homebuying advantages you can give yourself today is surprisingly simple: a flexible wish list.

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keeping current matters

Most Popular Housing Styles of 2025

The results are in. These are most searched home styles of 2025 — and we're breaking down what makes each one so popular.

Pantone 2026 Color

of the Year

The world’s leading color authority, Pantone, just announced that its 2026 Color of the Year is 11-4201 Cloud Dancer. People have plenty to say about a white — any white ­— being the new year’s crowning color!

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HGTV

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FORBES

Featured Sales Listings

of the R-Team

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171 W 131st St, Unit 603

1 BD 1 BA 650 SF $550,000

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tbd Creek Road

5.04 acres $ 215,000

R-Team Rental Listings

Washington Heights

2139 Amsterdam Ave, Unit Commercial

0 BD 1 BA 830 SF $5,852

Hamilton Heights

94 Hamilton Pl, Unit 5E

1 BD 1 BA 0 SF $2,475

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