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November
7

Was $500,000 Enough for a House in the Catskills?

November 7th, 2026 by The New York Times

Image Caption: After some camping and hiking trips, Ms. Sergeon fell in love with the area of the Catskills near Kerhonkson, N.Y.

Vanessa Sergeon loved her Brooklyn apartment, but there wasn’t much nature nearby.

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November
7

My Real Estate Agent Is Too Cozy for Comfort. What Can I Do?

November 7th, 2026 by Jill Terreri Ramos

Investing in real estate is a major financial decision demanding an agent who best represents you. But if they aren’t the right fit, there are steps you can take.

Category: Real Estate and Housing (Residential), Real Estate Brokers, Content Type: Service

November
6

Which $1.5 Million Home in Cuernavaca, Mexico, Would You Choose?

November 6th, 2026 by Alison Gregor

A home with modern touches in Cuernavaca, a contemporary home in Chapultepec and a Mexican-colonial in Acapantzingo are available.

Category: Real Estate and Housing (Residential), Cuernavaca (Mexico), Luxury Goods and Services

November
6

High-End Homes Keep Selling Despite the New Pied-a-Terre Tax

November 6th, 2026 by Elizabeth A. Harris

Image Caption: The pied-à-terre tax is intended to apply to New York City homes with a market value of $5 million or more that are not a primary residence.

When New York lawmakers passed a tax on $5 million second homes, opponents worried wealthy buyers would flee. So far, that hasn’t happened.

Category: Second Homes and Non-Primary Residences, Luxury Goods and Services, Property Taxes, Real Estate and Housing (Residential), High Net Worth Individuals, New York City

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