September 25, 2024
What Up Family?
Welcome to The Edit with Aaron Seawood, a lifestyle letter serving a weekly dose of real estate, culture, and wisdomâall in three minutes or less. Letâs dive in.Â
Real Estate RemixÂ
Buyers, mark your calendars for this Sunday, Sept 29th. Why? Realtor.com says the âbest week to buy a homeâ nationally is Sept 29 – Oct 5th. This week boasts a culmination of factorsâprice, competition, and inventoryâthat create the most favorable buying conditions. According to the data, there are 37% more homes for sale and an average of $14,000 in savings. New York and other major metros in the North East might experience this slightly earlier than the rest of the country, but this week and next are allegedly the sweet spot. Let’s connect if youâre on the sidelines and thinking about buying.Â
NYC Insider: Whatâs Happening This WeekÂ
A twist this week: this already happened, and it was international. I was in Medellin this past weekend for their design conference, La Feria De Diseño, with my family and client Michael Bennett, who held a talk on his design ethos and his incorporation of the Black Diaspora in his work. His talk was widely celebrated, and we were both inspired by his reception. It was a quick but impactful couple of days, where we connected deeply with locals and viewed some exciting pieces. The city was beautiful, the food was top-shelf, and our hosts showed us incredible hospitality. We fit a lot into a short timeframe, and I canât wait to go back there! Follow @mosesbread72 on Instagram as he continues his seamless transition from Super Bowl Champion to a recognized designer.
Weekly Gem đ
Have the Audacity to Ask!
This lesson is powerful: you’ve got to have the audacity to ask for what you want! This gem is relevant to all facets of life, but the example I share below applies to all my home shoppersâespecially in todayâs market. I worked with an amazing couple a few years ago to help them rent, buy, sell, and buy again. During their second home-buying journey, they found a unit they loved in one of the hottest buildings in Manhattan. Since the developer was in a good place, concessions were minimal.Â
We put in an offer, and when we received the âbest and finalâ counteroffer, we pushed back, conceding on some points but standing firm on others. We knew it was a competitive unit that would be tough to secure, yet we had the audacity to ask, and it worked out in our favor! Combined with more nuanced negotiation tactics, having the audacity to ask can set the stage for a fruitful conversation and better outcomes.  Â
The Best Homes on the Market This Week Â
Here are three of my favorite fly listings in NYC across all price points.  Because Team Carte Blanche is all about the people, not the price. Â
$11,9950,000  5 Bed | 4 Bath  Chelsea This rare Chelsea loft spans nearly 6,000 SF and sits inside The Spears Building, one of Chelseaâs original full-service condo buildings. Residence 3AF was combined from two lofts and is the largest unit in the building. It offers High Line views, three exposures, and gorgeous exposed brick walls.  Listed by Nick Gavin |
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$3,495,000  2 Bed | 2 Bath  West Village This two-bedroom (convertible to three) duplex encompasses the entire garden and parlor floors of a stately townhome on Waverly Place. The private garden offers a secluded escape bathed in sunlight throughout the day. Listed by Stephen Ferrara |
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$950,000  2 Bed | 1 Bath  Boerum Hill Evocative of treehouse living, this bright and colorful top floor co-op abounds in charm and amenities. My favorite elements include the brick wood-burning fireplace, a corner dining nook with built-in banquette seating, and an oversized kitchen skylight. Listed by Paul Pinizzotto |
Before you goâŠ
đïž:Â Fall and winter paint colors are always a vibe! Here are the trending colors of the season. What are your faves?
đ©: Iâm a huge donut fan, and BK Magazineâs list of the 9 best donut shops in Brooklyn has my attention! Whoâs down to try these places with me?! Cloudy Donut, Fan-Fan, and Peter Pan are up first.
đ: A trippy, art-themed amusement park is coming to NYC!
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Looking to Buy, Sell, or Rent? Letâs talk.
Like I ask GOD every day, who can we help next?Â