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The U.S. economy added 227,000 jobs in November, slightly higher than 214,000 Dow Jones estimate. This is extremely positive considering only 12,000 jobs were created in October. In this issue of The Line, Gregory Heym breaks down the details of the report by putting items in one of three categories: the good, the OK, and the uh-oh. https://lnkd.in/eaS2rRHM

This holiday season, Brown Harris Stevens Connecticut is partnering with the New Canaan Chamber of Commerce and Person-To-Person to support local families and children in need. Through the New Canaan Gingerbread House Tour and a Food Drive benefiting Person-To-Person, we’re proud to help spread joy and provide essential resources across Fairfield County. Join us in making a difference this holiday season. https://lnkd.in/gWkrJ6nM

Le Beau Chateau was originally purchased by "eccentric" copper heiress Huguette Clark as a refuge from potential attack during the Cold War. After several decades and a lavish renovation, the home is on the market for $25.5 million with Rob Johnson & Mary Higgins. Read more in Galerie. https://lnkd.in/ePkkascW

Debra Hoffman Brill and Kimberly Hastie’s listing at 17 East 84th Street caught the attention of The New York Times. This charming one-bedroom in the Metropolitan Museum Historic District features prewar details, a stained-glass window, and a prime location just steps from Central Park. Check out the article below: https://lnkd.in/ebzJ_dFX

Welcome to 22 Arlington Place, a meticulously restored five-bedroom, 3 bathroom single-family brownstone blending historic charm with contemporary luxury. This exquisite home boasts soaring ceilings and remarkable detail including a coveted center staircase, crown moldings, original hardwood floors, decorative fireplace mantles, and stained-glass windows. The grand central staircase and pocket doors reflect timeless craftsmanship, while modern updates create a perfect harmony of old and new, all of which are situated in an incredibly prime location adjacent to Clinton Hill. Represented by the Harkov Lewis Team at Brown Harris Stevens https://lnkd.in/exECU25S

Harlem Agent Eyitayo Adegoke joined Brown Harris Stevens because of its involvement in community development, the welcoming leadership, and the culture. In this video, Eyitayo shares more about why he feels so valued at BHS, and expresses his praise for the agents that have supported him. "...as an immigrant, I always find a sense of belonging and family...every time I walk into the BHS office, I feel seen [and] valued." The legacy of Brown Harris Stevens lives on, as Agents new and established continue to break records and uphold our standards for exceptional real estate service. In this “Join BHS” series, our Agents have shared everything from what brought them to BHS to what makes working at our firm meaningful. Connect with Eyitayo: https://lnkd.in/enkBmQWN

Vivian Dimond, featured in South Florida Agent Magazine, predicts a strong and stable housing market for 2025, with upward momentum in many South Florida areas. While interest rate uncertainty lingers, early reductions are already underway, and with election-year uncertainty behind us, further stabilization is expected. Vivian highlights that prices will stay high in areas where demand exceeds inventory, while overvalued listings may adjust. For Brown Harris Stevens Miami, she envisions continued growth and success, driven by investments in advanced technologies and tools to empower agents while maintaining a focus on retention and industry leadership. Check out the article below: https://lnkd.in/e-ZfXSei

Swoon Alert! A stunning Chelsea Co-op with all the classic pre-war vibes was featured in The New York Times #OnTheMarket. Now listed with Jesse Rosenthal. https://lnkd.in/eg6Cz7xt

Some real estate markets have seen a "Trump Bump" in prices since the presidential election. Despite the enthusiasm, Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman said challenges still remain in the housing market. "As much as I'd like to ride this wave of happiness, we have real issues in the housing market ," said Freedman. "I'm hoping that will get better in 2025 if mortgage rates will come down a little bit and we get buyers and sellers back in the market because that has been a real challenge as of late.

"I imagine that properties within the congestion zone will suffer, if anything, because of a reluctance for anyone with a car to park there. It will likely expedite any decisions to move from, say, Downtown to Uptown if kids are moving to Uptown schools,” said Scott Harris, a broker at Brown Harris Stevens. Read more in Brick Underground. https://lnkd.in/e7fWu7NU