Sue's News And Views October 2022

Sue's News and Views October 2022

Dear All,

It's as if the weather has read the calendar!
For precisely 10 days now the temperature and the smell of the air has shifted. The heat is on. We're grabbing the sweaters in the back of the closet, and sandals are passé...
Some people love this season of enchanting colorful foliage and cooler winds. I'm a summer person - but then the seasons are exciting, too. I, personally, feel inspired by change. Change means we are ALIVE.

Now is the time when life moves indoors again, our focus shifts inwards again. Time to light some candles. 
As I'm writing this, it is International Music Day. 
When was the last time you sat down and just indulged in listening to one of your favorite pieces of music? Or went to a live concert? Words and images can only say so much, sounds touch us emotionally, and deeply... 
LOOK at autumn, and LISTEN, too.

In Real Estate contemplations:
The S&P CoreLogic Case–Shiller Home Price Index is widely used as a gauge of the health of US housing markets. Unfortunately, the data they use is averaged, OLD, calculated from data on repeat sales of single-family homes, with closed sales data on transactions that may have been negotiated weeks or months prior to closing. Would you base a buying decision today on data that is many weeks or months old? The FED is. Many buyers and sellers are.  It’s at times like these, when markets are changing and evolving daily, that the services of a professional real estate advisor can be INVALUABLE.

Those relying on Zestimates, averages or press headlines are almost certain to be using data that is not nearly specific enough to their needs and strategy. Curated data that is current and produced from real-time markets in this hyper-localized world of real estate has real value to the consumer and is the only data with real value to the consumer.  The COMPassessment allows Compass agents to compile a data-driven evaluation of value range based on current market conditions, not the markets that have come and gone. 
The only certainty in markets - and life - is change. 

Happy Fall, Everyone!

Warm regards, 
sue

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Today October 2
11:30 am - 1:30pm

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Watch this video - but experiencing and seeing the unit in person is what makes all the difference.

NYC October Events

See the Northern Lights in NYC

Once again, the Northern Lights are (hopefully!) making an appearance across the United States this weekend.
American Museum of Natural History astrophysicist Jackie Faherty shares some tips that might maximize city dwellers' chances of witnessing the splendor that is the aurora borealis in the upcoming few days. Click HERE

Vocal Jazz Series
@ L'Artista

Originals All The Way
Elisabeth Lohninger, voice
Hyuna Park, piano

Sunday, Oct. 2nd, 5pm to 6pm
L'Artista
142 Hamilton Place, 
NYC, NY 10031
Phone: 646 858 0312
No Cover (Donations welcome!)

Theater Talks: Death of a Salesman

Conversation with the actors and director of the Broadway revival of Death of a Salesman with NYT's cultural critic Salamishah Tillet.
Monday October 3, 7-8pm
Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, 515 Malcolm X Blvd New York, NY 10030

Kwame Christian, Founder and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute

just released his new book : HOW TO HAVE DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS ABOUT RACE
Negotiation expert Kwame Christian’s motto is: "The best things in life are on the other side of difficult conversations." This book equips you with the skills you need to make these crucial conversations both easier and more productive..

NYC Wine & Food Festival

The Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival celebrates its 15th Anniversary on October 13-16, 2022. With more than 80 events, the NYCWFF is the largest food and wine festival in NYC and is widely recognized for its walk-around tasting events that celebrate America’s favorite foods, intimate dinners with world-renowned chefs, late night parties, hands-on classes, brunches and more.
Click HERE to purchase tickets!

Lin-Manuel Miranda shares his 8 favorite "inspiration spots"
in NYC

Having written two big NYC-centric musicals, Lin-Manuel Miranda has pulled so much of the city into his work.
The award-winning actor, songwriter, singer, playwright and producer is the subject of a new video by Google's Arts & Culture team, where he highlights his favorite hidden gems in Manhattan.

Diwali Bollyween Party @230 Fifth Rooftop

The first-of-its-kind Bollywood Halloween Party at the biggest and hottest rooftop NYC has to offer. Celebrate Halloween with Desi music and vibes. Get creative and dress up like your favorite Bollywood character!
Fri, Oct 21, 2022, 9:00 PM EDT
230 5th Avenue, NYC 10001
Tickets click HERE

Halloween on the Harlem Meer: Pumpkin Flotilla

Thursday, October 28th come dressed in your Halloween costume and watch the Harlem Meer get spooky! Drop off your very own carved pumpkin and find a spot along the edge of the Harlem Meer to watch as the jack-o’-lanterns float by in New York’s largest pumpkin flotilla.
Click HERE for more information!

MOIPEI

The 33rd Cabaret Convention will once again feature the trio of Kenyan born singers, the sisters Mary, Maggy and Marta, MOIPEI. You will forever remember their brilliant arrangements, breathtaking musicality, their enchanting voices, and the delight, charm and joie de vivre of their dazzling performance.
October 27, at 6 pm, 
David H.Koch Theatre at Lincoln Center. Tickets click HERE

Real Estate in the News

Historical Mortgage Rates

This chart speaks for itself.
"High" and "low" are relative.

Yes, A House Is Still A Good Investment

If you’re thinking about buying a new home but have reservations in the current market, don’t be deterred—there’s still good reason to start building home equity. From a hedge against inflation to tax benefits, check out all the advantages of buying today.

Courtesy of Forbes

Lifestyle Tips & Tricks

What You Should Be Planting in the Fall

This may be a little known fact, but fall is the key planting time for a beautiful garden. It's also the key time to give your plants one last manicure before winter sets in. Now that summer's heat is cooling off, it's time for you to switch out your summer annuals for fall appropriate annuals and plant spring bulbs before the first frost.

Courtesy of Southern Living

Best Places to See Fall Foliage in the U.S.

It's time for sweater weather, hot apple cider, and best of all, seeing the leaves change from the lush greens of summer to the bright golds, oranges, and reds of autumn. Check out the 21 best places to see fall foliage.

Courtesy of Travel + Leisure

12 Accessories to Take Your Home From Summer to Fall

What if we told you that you could transition your home decor from summer to fall without a single pumpkin or acorn? The key to achieving a warm, cozy and decidedly autumnal home is infusing the space with color, texture and textiles that reflect the season.

Courtesy of HGTV

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