Harlem Stories - Upper Manhattan Neighborhoods: Recent Episodes
Your Host: Adam Feinberg - Elegran Real Estate
Harlem Stories is a podcast about the neighborhoods in Upper Manhattan. We discuss the history, architecture, the unique range of property types found in Manhattan and stories of interest relevant to these neighborhoods.Hosts: Adam Feinberg and Robert Lazo of Elegran Real Estate in New York City.
The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Where Legends Echo: The Polo Grounds & Rucker Park and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode we discuss 2 legendary locations known for their connection to sports- Rucker Park and the Polo Grounds. Either of these locations are where our superstars have played- or even made their reputation from nothing. The amazing part about it- both are located on the Washington Heights/Harlem border just north of 155th st. This is the last episode prior to the summer break and we will return in the Fall with some new episodes which include:
- Harlem Transformed- Arts, Education & Technology Transformations
- Native American Caves in Inwood Hill Park
- What You Need to Know Buying an Investment Apartment in Manhattan
- And more....
Also worth noting - This is the 75th Episode of the Harlem Stories podcast.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and others under the name Harlem Stories.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Why are Renovations So Expensive in Manhattan? and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode we discuss the challenges and expenses of renovating in a Manhattan condo or co-op. We drill down to discuss the Alteration Agreements, House Rules, the nature of finishes chosen, and insurance requirements- all of which add complexity, expense and time into the renovation process.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and others under the name Harlem Stories.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – I've Been Elected to My Condo or Co-op Board. Now What? and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode we discuss common topics that condo and co-op boards need to address. Since so many Upper Manhattan condos and co-op's are small to mid-sized buildings- it's more likely that an owner might find themselves needing or wanting to join the board. Too often someone new joins the board, but might not know what to do. This episode is intended to demystify what the role of the board is vs. a managing agent, and some common topics that might need to be addressed with some real examples.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and others under the name Harlem Stories.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Proposed Harlem Projects That Never Came To Be and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode we discuss some large proposed Harlem Projects that never happened including Buckminster Fuller's plan to redevelop Harlem with massive domes in the sky , A 180' tall Ferris Wheel, a West Side 125th st Metro North Station and more.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and others under the name Harlem Stories.
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Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Understanding SRO (Single Room Occupancy) Townhouses and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode we discuss the legacy world of SRO Townhouses - Single Room Occupancy homes. While many SRO's disappeared throughout much of the city over the decades- they are still fairly common in Upper Manhattan. This episode discusses the complications associated with buying, selling and owning these types of properties.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and others under the name Harlem Stories.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – 125th Street- The Changes Since the 1990's and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode we discuss how 125th street, the main shopping corridor of Harlem has changed over the decades. Buildings are being renovated, some are being torn down with taller buildings, but not too tall, are being added - but 125th st still remains the central artery of Upper Manhattan. Bill Clinton's 125th st. office was seen as a catalyst for change- but it was inevitable as the entire city was changing.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and others under the name Harlem Stories.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – How Regulations & Taxes Impacted NYC Over the Last Decade and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode we discuss how the abundance of new regulations and taxes over the last decade have impacted home sales prices and rents. Some regulation is important- and some of these have helped keep us safe- but we also highlight how over-regulating and adding new taxes in one of the highest taxed states have impacted us.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – The Many Ways Manhattan Real Estate is Different from Everywhere Else – Part II and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.comor your favorite podcast app.
In this episode we discuss:
· Attorney’s and Due Diligence
· Closing Costs
· Boards / Board Packages
· Misc. Topics – MLS’, Realtor Status, Home Showing Appts, House Rules, Offers, etc.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and others under the name Harlem Stories.
If you like this episode, hit the Like Button, Subscribe and tell everyone you know about the podcast.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – The Many Ways Manhattan Real Estate is Different from Everywhere Else – Part I and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
It’s common to have a conversation with a buyer that is familiar with buying and selling elsewhere, but yet they are shocked to discover how different it is in Manhattan. The goal for this 2 Part episode is to provide some transparency in how things work differently here. In this episode we discuss:
· Demographics – Renter population vs. Owner Population, Income, etc
· Understanding how involved the process is for renting here
· Buying- Inventory/Types of homes, Condo’s vs. Co-op’s- Breakdown of inventory, prices, and a bit of insight into the process
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and others under the name Harlem Stories.
If you like this episode, hit the Like Button, Subscribe and tell everyone you know about the podcast.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been re-released due to popular demand – Harlem’s Extraordinary Influence on the Modern Image of Santa Claus and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode I discuss how a variety of events came to tie together Upper Manhattan and the evolution of Santa Claus. This is the last episode for the season - but we will be back in mid-January for a Season 5 of Harlem-Stories. We have some great episodes coming up in the next season including (but not limited to):
- Harlem’s Projects that never were – Buckminster Fuller’s Domes, The 180’ tall Ferris Wheel; The commuter pier’s, West 125th st Metro North Station and more
- The Many ways Manhattan Real Estate works Differently from All Other Markets.
- Harlem Transformed- Arts, Education, and Technology Transformations
- 125th St- All the changes that have occurred in recent years
- Where Legends Echo: The Polo Grounds & Rucker Park
- I have been elected to join my condo or co-op board. Now What?
- And so much more....
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
Back by Popular Demand!
The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Thanksgiving: The Intersection of Norman Rockwell and Drug Kingpin Bumpy Johnson and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app. Now on Youtube and Amazon Music!
In this episode we give thanks by going back into Harlem's history to discuss a famous as well as an infamous resident. Norman Rockwell lived in the section of Harlem known as Sugar Hill today during part of his childhood. On the opposite side of the spectrum we discuss infamous drug kingpin Bumpy Johnson. While not everyone knows who Bumpy Johnson is- TV and Film have made his name well known, fictionalizing his story in multiple formats. I selected these two very different individuals due to their impact on how we think about Thanksgiving and their connection to Harlem.
In case you missed any previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – The Crypt of Hamilton Heights and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode we discuss Church of the Intercession, the Old Trinity Church Cemetery located on the same grounds with many notable persons permanently interred there (including a member of the Astor family who died on the Titanic) and the church's crypt which has been used as a concert and entertainment venue.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
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Re-release by popular demand!
Happy Halloween! The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Haunted Mansion- Founding Father Edition – The Morris Jumel Mansion and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or on your favorite podcast platform.
In this episode I discuss the history of the Morris-Jumel Mansion, the some of the legendary residents and guests of the mansion, a who’s who of Early American leaders – as well as some of the stories connected to the often reported haunting of the building.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Tax Abatements – How I Only Pay $4/month in Property Taxes and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode I discuss the 421-A and less common J-51 Tax abatements. These are disappearing- but if you can find a property with one of these abatements it can be an excellent opportunity to save a significant amount on property taxes.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Superhero's & their Creators that Have Called NYC Home and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode we discuss why so many of the superhero's and their stories are based in NYC, a peak into the early history of comic books, and who are the creators and/or their characters that are connected to NYC.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
The latest episode of my podcast has been released - Secrets of Barnard College and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode we discuss the connection between Columbia University and Barnard College, The campus and it's buildings, and the unique and quirky traditions associated with the school.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
The latest episode of my podcast has been released – The House that the Circus Built- The James Bailey Mansion and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode we discuss the James A. Bailey mansion - who is the less famous partner of the Barnum and Bailey Circus. Yes, he was P.T. Barnum's partner. The Bailey mansion today is one of the rare free standing single family homes in all of Manhattan today. We discuss the original construction and details of the home, how the Great Recession resulted in the house selling at an 84% discount from the original asking price- and it's current residence and how it's used in tv and movie filming today.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
This is the final episode until this fall while we take a break for the summer and work on some new episodes.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Hudson Heights- Jaw Dropping Views without the Extreme Costs and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode we discuss some of the history of the area, the various parks in Hudson Heights- including the highest point in Manhattan, as well as some of the condo and co-op options in the neighborhood.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released - 15+ Ways to Afford More Space for Less Money and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode I identify many different ways to extract value in the home search process as buyers seek more space within their budget.
In case you missed any of the previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Getting to Know East Harlem and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode we discuss the location, history, ethic movement, architecture and housing, and other notable points of interest of East Harlem.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – The Lost Amusement Park of Washington Heights and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode we discuss the lost amusement park that was once located in the Fort George section of Washington Heights. More than 100 years ago, this amusement park. The two neighboring amusement parks effectively merged as one to directly compete against Coney Island. The amusement parks were the catalyst in a sense to kickstart the beginning of the film industry across the river in Fort Lee, NJ- which then partially came back to Washington Heights- and later moved out to Los Angles.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – The Old 32nd Precinct Building and Stables in Carmansville and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode we discuss the neighborhood of Carmansville, it's former police precinct and stables, along some of the stories of corruption tied to this old precinct and the ole' Boss Tweed era of city government.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Another 5 Things to do Exploring Upper Manhattan for an Afternoon and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode we discuss and recommend you check out Sakura Park/Grants Tomb; Viaduct Valley/Columbia's new Manhattanville campus/West Harlem Piers Park; Riverbank State Park; The City College Campus and finally Alexander Hamilton's home- The Grange.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – The Bunny Theater - What are Columbia's Intentions and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode we discuss the quirky history of the Bunny Theater in Hamilton Heights- and ponder now that Columbia University owns the building- what do they plan to do with it?
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
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Welcome Back as we start Season 4 of the Harlem Stories Podcast.
The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Understanding Special Assessments in a Condo or Co-op and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode we discuss why a building might hold a special assessment, what can trigger it, and various considerations when paying for it
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been re-released due to popular demand – Harlem’s Extraordinary Influence on the Modern Image of Santa Claus and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode I discuss how a variety of events came to tie together Upper Manhattan and the evolution of Santa Claus. This is the last episode for the season - but we will be back in mid-January for a Season 4 of Harlem-Stories. We have some great episodes coming up in the next season including (but not limited to):
- The House the Circus Built – The James Bailey Mansion
- What are SRO's and Why are They So Cheap?
- How can I afford more space for less money
- Tax Abatements: How I only Pay $4/month in Property Taxes
- Fort George Lost Amusement Park
- Superhero’s and their Creators that have called NYC Home
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
The latest episode of my podcast has been released – 5 Things to Do Exploring Central Harlem for an Afternoon and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode we discuss some of Harlem's famous restaurants, Astor Row and Striver's Row, The Malcolm Shabazz Harlem Market and the World Famous Apollo Theater.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Thanksgiving: The Intersection of Norman Rockwell and Drug Kingpin Bumpy Johnson and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode we give thanks by going back into Harlem's history to discuss a famous as well as an infamous resident. Norman Rockwell lived in the section of Harlem known as Sugar Hill today during part of his childhood. On the opposite side of the spectrum we discuss infamous drug kingpin Bumpy Johnson. While not everyone knows who Bumpy Johnson is- TV and Film have made his name well known, fictionalizing his story in multiple formats. I selected these two very different individuals due to their impact on how we think about Thanksgiving and their connection to Harlem.
In case you missed any previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – 5 Ways to Compete Against All Cash Offers and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode I discuss the current dominance of the “All-Cash” offer in the Manhattan market and how there are ways to compete without adding to your costs if you are financing.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
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Re-release- by Popular Demand!
Happy Halloween! The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Haunted Mansion- Founding Father Edition – The Morris Jumel Mansion and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or on your favorite podcast platform.
In this episode I discuss the history of the Morris-Jumel Mansion, the some of the legendary residents and guests of the mansion, a who’s who of Early American leaders – as well as some of the stories connected to the often reported haunting of the building.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
The latest episode of my podcast has been released – What to Expect from Your Buyer's Agent and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
For years I have worked with buyers and worked hard to provide significant value in the transaction. For some buyer's they wanted some examples of how I might provide value and it wasn't hard for me to give them examples - but it wasn't until the recent rule changes did I put pen to paper and worked to define what precisely my services to buyers will include.
In this episode I break down each of the 7 core categories that I offer clients- and the individual services contained within these categories. For many buyer's this episode will be surprising with how I can add significant value to your experience buying a home.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
The latest episode of my podcast has been released –5 Things to do Exploring Upper Manhattan for an afternoon Iand can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode I discuss 5 places to visit if you decide to Explore West Harlem for an afternoon including Grants Tomb, Columbia’s new campus, Riverbank State Park, City College, and Alexander Hamilton’s home – The Grange.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Getting to Know Inwood and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode I discuss the beauty of Inwood- with a park that is mostly untouched from glacial movement, a beach in Manhattan, Craftsman houses with garages- yes in Manhattan, and a Revolutionary War era farmhouse.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
The latest episode of my podcast has been released – The Croton Aqueduct – The Visible Remnants in Upper Manhattan and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast site.
In this episode we trace the path of the old Croton Aqueduct which has provided clean water to millions of New Yorker’s. We explore what remains of some of the components that were used in the system- visible and not visible.
Harlem Stories will be on summer break following this episode- but we will be back in the fall with some great content. A sample of episodes in the works: The house the circus built- The James Bailey Mansion; Getting to Know East Harlem; Secrets of Inwood Park; What Should I Know When Working with an Agent; and so much more.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released –Demystifying NYC Condo and Co-op Monthly Costs and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode I discuss what’s typically included in the condo or co-op monthly charges- and why you might not want to judge the amounts too quickly. It’s pretty common to hear buyers tell their agent that they want the lowest monthly expenses possible- and yet- that approach isn’t always the best match for the client. We break down a few situations where those monthlies might be too high or too low- and why either might or might not be the right fit for your circumstances.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Getting to know Washington Heights - Part II and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast site.
In this episode I discuss the housing, culture, and other notable aspects of Washington Heights.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Getting to know Washington Heights- Part I and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app. including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
In this episode I discuss the historic districts and sub neighborhoods of Washington Heights, the parks, and the higher ed options in the neighborhood.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Getting to Know Hamilton Heights – Named after Former Resident Alexander Hamilton and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast site.
In this episode I discuss some of the beautiful architecture including notable buildings of Alexander Hamilton’s “The Grange”, James Bailey (co-founder of the Barnum and Bailey Circus), the many parks, proximity to higher education- in and near the neighborhood, and easy transportation around town.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Getting to know Central Harlem – Part II and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode I discuss Housing, Culture including influential clubs from the past and other notable aspects of the neighborhood.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Getting to know Central Harlem - Part I and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode I discuss the housing, culture, and other notable aspects of Central Harlem. In Part I - I discuss the neighborhood borders, the sub-neighborhoods and historic districts, the presence of higher education in the neighborhood, and the larger parks.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – What Does a Transactional Attorney Do and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast player.
In this episode I discuss a few questions a client might want to ask an attorney before hiring them, what a transactional attorney does, and some examples of how a transactional attorney can save or kill your deal.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released –Riverbank State Park – the Unique Park on the Hudson River and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com .
In this episode I discuss the unique way that the Riverbank State Park was created- and how there is nothing else like it in the United States. It’s near my home- so its often my place to decompress.
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Welcome to Season 3 of Harlem Stories. As always, we have a lot of great content for this season. Our goal is deliver engaging stories about Upper Manhattan as well as to provide guidance navigating the unique environment of buying and selling in Manhattan.
The latest episode of my podcast has been released – What Does NASA and Tom's Diner Have in Common and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode I discuss how NASA and Tom's Diner are connected. For those that might not remember or realize- Tom's Diner was the model for the Monk's diner used in Seinfeld. Tom's Diner is also the subject of the hit song by Suzanne Vega of the same name.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Harlem’s Extraordinary Influence on the Modern Image of Santa Claus and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app.
In this episode I discuss how a variety of events came to tie together Upper Manhattan and the evolution of Santa Claus.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories. This will be the last episode of Season 2. We have some terrific episodes lined up for Season 3 including - "What Does Tom's Diner and NASA Have in Common", "The House the Circus Built - The James Bailey Mansion", and Agent guidance of "Understanding the Role of a Transactional Attorney" and so much more.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Alexander Hamilton’s home – The Grange and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com
In this episode I discuss The Grange, Alexander Hamilton’s home and a bit of background history of Hamilton, the home, and the area. Since so much of Upper Manhattan has history tying back to multiple Founding Fathers- naturally we touch on these connections and talk about how Hamilton’s house was moved- not once but twice…most recently in 2008.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Sugar Hill – The Sweet Hill of Success and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com
In this episode I discuss some of the beautiful architecture including notable buildings of James Bailey (co-founder of the Barnum and Bailey Circus), 409 & 505 Edgecombe, the notable residents- all of the famous jazz legends that lived in those 2 buildings and other notable residents. Finally- the not to be missed free Jazz Concerts at Marjorie Eliot’s home.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – The Stories of the Audubon Historic District and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com
In this episode I discuss some of American History’s most famous residents of the Audubon Historic District and the interesting stories connected to the neighborhood. In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
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Happy Halloween! The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Haunted Mansion- Founding Father Edition – The Morris Jumel Mansion and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com
In this episode I discuss the history of the Morris-Jumel Mansion, the some of the legendary residents and guests of the mansion, a who’s who of Early American leaders – as well as some of the stories connected to the often reported haunting of the building.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Hogwarts in Manhattan – The 1,000+ Gargoyles and Grotesques of City College and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com
In this episode I discuss some of the various gargoyles and grotesques on the campus of City College and how to tell the difference between these types of sculptures. In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
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Harlem Stories is now back from summer break and on a bi-weekly release schedule to ensure great content. We have some amazing episodes coming for the remainder of the season – including but not limited to:
· The Many Ways That Harlem Connections Influenced the Modern Image of Santa Claus
· Hogwarts in Manhattan – The 1,000+ Gargoyles and Grotesques of City College
· The stories of the Audubon Historic District
· Haunted Mansion- Founding Father Edition – The Morris Jumel Mansion
The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Morningside Heights – A Neighborhood Filled with Higher Education Institutions and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com
In this episode I discuss some background of Morningside Heights- the early history to today and the many top educational institutions located within the neighborhood.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released Lending in Manhattan - Revisited and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com
In this episode we discuss the differences in agency lending and portfolio lending and how this can impact your ability to find a lending situation that works. This will be our final episode for this season and will break for the end of spring and the summer while we work on some new episodes. Later this year we will have some real interesting episodes such as how modern-day Santa Claus ties into Harlem history, conversations around the Apollo Theater, stories around how City College lured high schoolers away from accepting admission to Harvard and so much more.
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Often buyers know what they want, but have a hard time trying to define it. As agents, it's our job to extract this from our clients. The process involves creativity and sometimes suggesting properties that might not be a good fit- but may have elements that evoke a reaction that allows us to extract feedback to help tailor the search looking forward. This episode will discuss this process and more.
The latest episode of my podcast has been released – A Closer Look at the Hamilton Palace Theater and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com
In this episode we discuss the history of the Hamilton Palace Theater in Hamilton Heights. It was originally built to be a vaudeville theater – but has served many other lives in the past 100+ years.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Demystifying Title Insurance with special guest Berto Antuñano and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com
Berto Antuñano is the Executive Managing Director, Langdon Title and Education Coordinator for First Class Education- a continuing education program for agents and real estate brokers. Berto’s bio and contact info can be found at https://langdontitle.com/staff/berto-antunano/ .
In this episode, a few of the topics we discuss:
· What is Title Insurance and why do I need it?
· How much does Title Insurance cost?
· Does Title Insurance apply to Co-op’s?
· And so much more!!!
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Townhouse Renovations: One Man’s Experience with special guest Berto Antuñano and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com
Berto Antuñano is the Executive Managing Director, Langdon Title and Education Coordinator for First Class Education- a continuing education program for agents and real estate brokers.
In this episode, a few of the topics we discuss:
· Use of an Architect vs. just using a contractor- and even though the up front cost might be more for an Architect, it can be the smarter move
· The financing process that was used
· Approximate costs for the renovation with all the bells and whistles- plus the amount of time that it took to complete the renovation.
· Examples of challenges during the renovation
Berto’s renovation can be seen on his Instagram account- https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17931575917607809/?hl=en
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Structuring a Successful Offer which can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com
In this episode I discuss what makes an offer stronger – without necessary adding more to the price. While every situation is different, an approach to an offer might be different based on whether the home is a condo, co-op or townhouse. I have successfully overcome multiple bidding situations while not offering the highest price in several different situations. Further even in a cooler market, how an offer is presented can and often does make a difference. Subject Matter Expertise also makes a difference- whether it’s experience with income restricted co-op’s, condos with a large percentage of sponsor units, or just understanding a buyers situation combined with a particular co-op.
In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
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All about washer & dryer installation issues that need to be considered:
1. Wet over Wet rule
2. Appliances on the Plumbing Line
3. Suds Zone
The risks of having leaks. Line pressure and plumbing back-ups.
The latest episode of my podcast has been released – A Deeper Look Into Manhattanville and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com
In this episode I discuss some of the history of Manhattanville, Columbia University’s $6-$7 campus expansion, The new Manhattanville Factory District and the south portion of the City College campus.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Understanding HDFC Income Restricted Co-op’s and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com
In this episode I discuss how How HDFC Co-op’s came about, some of the challenges of purchasing in these buildings, the income restrictions, and financing challenges.
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The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Columbia University – Forgotten Nuclear Lab & The Manhattan Project and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com
In this episode I discuss the role that Columbia University played both in The Manhattan Project as well as a Nuclear Testing Lab. The US Military had a longstanding policy to name projects based on where they were located. When the Military decided that they wanted to experiment with nuclear for explosives- they reached out to J. Robert Oppenheimer to help create the first nuclear bomb. He was of course located in Manhattan- and thus the name of the project was called The Manhattan Project. While early portion of the Manhattan Project was located much further south in Manhattan, work was later moved to the Columbia University campus- in the basement and tunnels of Pupin Hall. It is rumored that the cyclotron that was used in these experiments are still sealed in the tunnels beneath the university. As the U.S. started to adapt to nuclear power- whether from military sources such as Submarines or from reactors for local generators- another building owned by Columbia became the testing lab for these precisely calibrated parts. We will discuss a little bit deeper into the history of the building where the testing lab was located.
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The Astor family was one of the earliest large developers in NYC- and the properties they developed are now iconic. Graham Court on 116th St was one of their earliest large buildings with an interior courtyard. Graham Court served as a model for later buildings- the Apthorp and the Belnord on the Upper West Side. The Belnord, can be seen today as it's own character in the Hulu show "Only Murders in the Building" - ironically as the center of it's own podcast in the show.
In this episode I discuss the Astor family and their history in NYC, along with Graham Court and a few of the other buildings built by the Astor's - with a special mention of the Waldorf Astoria.
In this episode we discuss George Washington's continued battle with the British on land we now know as Morningside Heights and to a lesser degree Manhattanville. Much of the fighting took place on the Barnard College campus and the Western edge of Columbia University.
Welcome back to Episode 1 of the second season of the Harlem Stories Podcast. Today’s episode is I Accidently Sold My Clients a Former Brothel + Neighborhood Updates. You can listen to the episode at www.Harlem-Stories.com
In Season 2 we are going to dig into some of the real interesting history- including selling a client a townhouse built in 1899 to be a brothel, a famous real estate developer that openly sold Opium, Columbia University’s role in The Manhattan Project and as a Nuclear Testing Lab, and so much more.
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The episode was recorded earlier this year, so there has been some small updates worth mentioning. Lidl on Frederick Douglass Blvd opened in February and has been a popular addition to the neighborhood- and to the city. Lincoln Market a few blocks north will be opening in about a month. It looks like a new tower will be rising on Amsterdam Avenue around 131st St – with a supermarket at the ground floor- replacing the previous supermarket that had burned town. Finally, at the end of the summer Food Bazaar just opened on 3rd Avenue and 125th Street, which helps the neighborhood a lot since the closing of Pathmark many years ago.
When asked what do you want in your new Manhattan home- most buyers will include some type of outdoor space in their wish list or even in their list of needs. In this episode we talk about various types of outdoor spaces, pricing, availability and other considerations when searching for homes with outdoor spaces.
The latest episode of my podcast has dropped- Why Lending in Manhattan is Different at https://harlem-stories.com/
Condo’s, Co-op’s, Condop’s HDFC’s, SRO’s Land Lease buildings, etc- Real Estate in Manhattan doesn’t quite work the same here as our product mix is different. While we will bring in Bankers to the podcast in the future to address some specifics of the market here- today we discuss the foundation of why lending in Manhattan may be different than what buyers experience in the rest of the nation
In this episode a few topics we discuss:
· Lending in Condos vs Co-op’s
· Agency lending vs. Portfolio lending- and why it makes a difference to you
· Just because the lender sent you a pre-approval doesn’t mean the bank will underwrite in the building you want to buy in
· Specialty Lending situations- Using the right lender for your needs
It’s also worth mentioning that while we don’t discuss down payment norms in this episode, we did discuss this in the Condo vs. Co-op Part II- where most condos are seeking at least 10% down and most co-op’s require at least 20% down.
In case you missed last week’s episode- Demystifying the Upper Manhattan Townhouse Market for Buyers - you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts and Spotify under the name Harlem Stories.
Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
Buying a townhouse can be similar to buying a house in most parts of the nation, but there are differences. In this episode we discuss what a buyer needs to understand before they consider buying a townhouse in Manhattan. Since this is Harlem Stories, we break down the discussion to specifics of what to expect in Upper Manhattan.
In this episode we discuss:
- Typical home structures - Brownstones, Limestones, Brick homes, Row houses and Wood Frame homes
- Not all Townhouses are Brownstones, but all Brownstones are Townhouses
- Single Family vs Multi-Family homes- Differences in structures, taxes and financing available
- How building width can impact natural light within the home
- Single Room Occupancy (SRO's) - What are they and how might they impact my ability to purchase the building
- Maintenance and Insurance - What are you responsible for when buying a townhouse
- Understanding the typical inventory available for sale in Upper Manhattan
And so much more.... Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
Adam and Robert visit St. Nicholas Terrace, next to the Grove School of Engineering at City College. From here, they can see Hamilton Grange, former home of Founding Father and Treasury Secretary, Alexander Hamilton, whose life inspired the Broadway musical, Hamilton.
A landmark house at 144th Street and Convent Avenue, from a landmark movie, "The Royal Tenenbaums." (click here for more info.). The correct address is three thirty-nine 339 Convent Avenue. Want an updated sense of the home's interior - Click here for last years rental listing. Click here for last year’s rental listing for $20,000/month.
In this episode we highlight what co-op's are and how they differ from condos. These differences include but aren't limited to:
- Financial requirements for a co-op
- Primary residence and Pied a Terre ownership
- Investors wanting to purchase a co-op and typical sublet policies
- Pricing differences between most condos and co-ops
- Foreign Nationals - what they need to know
Part 1- Key factors about condos are discussed. We will be re-recording the second portion covering coops soon.
Click a link to see the location discussed in the episode (Google Street View): "Godfather of Harlem" - Sugar Hill along St. Nicholas 147 / 148th, "American Gangster" - 135th and Broadway, "Law and Order SVU" - Viaduct, "Law and Order SVU" - Near West Harlem Pier, "Law and Order" - "Hudson University"; The City College of New York, "Motherless Brooklyn" - St. Nick's Pub, The Royal Tenenbaum house - 339 Convent Avenue,"New Jack City" - Graham Court , St Nicholas Park Basketball Courts, Grant's Tomb - Morningside Heights, Seinfeld - Tom's Diner - Morningside Heights ###
Adam and Robert discuss new construction buildings in Harlem as of March 2022. A list of some of the buildings discussed follows below. Click to see the building address to view in Google Street View.
10 Lenox145 Central Park North111 Central Park North310 West 113th300 West / 300 West 122nd Street99 Morningside Avenue11 Hancock PlaceThe Vanderwater / 543 122nd StreetClaremont Hall / 100 Claremont Avenue
When you've found the home you would like to buy, what do you need to consider when making an offer?
Find out how the real estate market is doing in Upper Manhattan as we approach the end of Q1 2022, as of March 2022.
Click a link to see the location discussed in the episode (Google Street View): "Godfather of Harlem" - Sugar Hill along St. Nicholas 147 / 148th, "American Gangster" - 135th and Broadway, "Law and Order SVU" - Viaduct, "Law and Order SVU" - Near West Harlem Pier, "Law and Order" - "Hudson University"; The City College of New York, "Motherless Brooklyn" - St. Nick's Pub, The Royal Tenenbaum house - 339 Convent Avenue,"New Jack City" - Graham Court , St Nicholas Park Basketball Courts, Grant's Tomb - Morningside Heights, Seinfeld - Tom's Diner - Morningside Heights ###
Adam and Robert discuss new construction buildings in Harlem as of March 2022. A list of some of the buildings discussed follows below. Click to see the building address to view in Google Street View.
10 Lenox145 Central Park North111 Central Park North310 West 113th300 West / 300 West 122nd Street99 Morningside Avenue11 Hancock PlaceThe Vanderwater / 543 122nd StreetClaremont Hall / 100 Claremont Avenue
Learn all about the 4 different types of outdoor space when purchasing a co-op or condo.
A walk-about tour around St. Nicholas Park, including a mention of the James Bailey house.
All about washer & dryer installation issues that need to be considered:
- Wet over Wet rule
- Appliances on the Plumbing Line
- Suds Zone
The risks of having leaks. Line pressure and plumbing back-ups.
A rapidly-developing part of Upper Manhattan, Manhattanville has seen a lot of change as a result of recently-completed construction of Columbia University's campus expansion. Here's some information about the area, courtesy of the school. (link)
A recording we made on Friday, November 19, 2021. Key factors about coops are discussed.
The first portion of a recording we made on Friday, November 12, 2021. Key factors about condos are discussed. We will be re-recording the second portion covering coops soon.
What makes lending different in Manhattan, when you're planning to purchase a co-op or condo?
A landmark house at 144th Street and Convent Avenue, from a landmark movie, "The Royal Tenenbaums." (click here for more info.). The correct address is three thirty-nine 339 Convent Avenue.
October 2021 HAMILTON HEIGHTS Recently-listed townhouse at 51 Hamilton Terrace (street view) New York 10031. 20+ feet wide building (listing information).
Adam and Robert discuss a townhouse at 423 West 141st Street in Hamilton Heights that is across the street from Hamilton Grange, on the corner beside 1 Hamilton Terrace. As of October 2021, the home is in-contract.
Adam and Robert visit St. Nicholas Terrace, next to the Grove School of Engineering at City College. From here, they can see Hamilton Grange, former home of Founding Father and Treasury Secretary, Alexander Hamilton, whose life inspired the Broadway musical, Hamilton.