Fiona's Insights

A Smooth Transition: How Fiona Helped Us Transform and Sell Our Family Home

When Katrin and Doug decided to sell their family home of 22 years, it was a decision wrapped in emotion and complexity. The couple wanted to downsize and move toward a lower-maintenance lifestyle, but the process of preparing, renovating, and ultimately selling their beloved home felt daunting. With the guidance of real estate expert Fiona Dogan,...

Rye to New Beginnings: A Client’s Success Story

Michelle L. had looked after her parents in their longtime Rye home for years. After her mom and dad both passed, Michelle knew it was time for a fresh start. A friend’s family had successfully worked with Fiona Dogan to sell their home and recommended the Rye expert to Michelle. Having lived in the family...

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...

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...