Fiona's Insights

Staging for Success: Expertise Leads to Over-Asking Sale

When Nathalie Fontaine and her family decided to relocate from Japan to New York seven years ago, they were looking for something unique, within commuting distance to Manhattan, and an international school nearby. They found their perfect match in Rye at 33 Mount Holly Drive. Distinctive architecture set the home apart, with a hand-hewn cedar...

A Seller’s Paradise, Buyer’s Battleground: Real Estate Market Update

In the fast-moving landscape of residential real estate, the year 2024 is proving to be nothing short of extraordinary. With rapid shifts in inventory, pricing dynamics, and buyer behavior, staying ahead in this market requires a keen understanding of its nuances. Global real estate advisor Fiona Dogan sheds light on current market conditions to help...

The Pre-Prep Stage: Get Ready to Sell Your Home in Style with Fiona’s Guide

Thinking of parting ways with your beloved home in the coming year? That’s great — change can be exciting. But, before receiving top-dollar that you can use for your next purchase, there’s a little work required. Staging is crucial, but it’s the pre-prepping stage that makes the magic happen. Decluttering and organizing can transform a...

Escaping the City Life? 9 Reasons to Relocate to Westchester With Fiona Dogan

For many city buyers, the shift in priorities that began during the pandemic continues to shape where — and how — they want to live. In this post, Fiona shares practical reasons why Westchester remains a compelling option, from larger homes and strong public schools to manageable commutes and a more balanced day-to-day lifestyle....

How to Manage the Emotional Side of Selling Your Family Home

The pencil marks on the door frame where you measured your son’s height, the backyard where you took your daughter’s prom photos, the kitchen where so many memorable family dinners took place…a well-loved family home is so much more than four walls providing shelter. Selling it means leaving a place that holds many memories. According...

Fiona Helps NYC Transplants Find Their Dream Home in Purchase, NY

Steve and Christine followed a journey common to young families during the pandemic. Dwelling on the Upper West Side of Manhattan with their two young children when the Covid crisis hit, they sought refuge with Christine’s parents in Nassau County on Long Island. They intended to stay for just a few weeks while they searched...