Press Mentions

Apartment Therapy | September 2023

7 Red Flags to Look for When Buying a Home Built Before 1970

For Apartment Therapy, Ian Katz is asked to provide a few red flags to consider when purchasing an older residence.

Apartment Therapy | August 2023

Here’s How Much Money to Save for Renting a New Apartment

For Apartment Therapy, Ian Katz is asked for his tips to prepare and qualify for a new rental property in New York.

US News | August 2023

Experts Opine: Should You Lower the Price of Your Home?

For US News, Ian Katz is interviewed about his philosophy around asking price reductions, covering both the causes and effects.

Forbes | July 2023

Is The Mortgage Interest Rate The Most Important Factor To Consider?

For Forbes, Ian Katz is interviewed about other important considerations for mortgage borrowers other than an interest rate.

Yahoo! Finance | July 2023

10 Things For Retirees To Know About Buying A Second Home

For the website Yahoo! Finance, Ian Katz offers his tips and strategies for retirees purchasing a second home.

SuperMoney | July 2023

What Is a Leaseback Agreement and How Does It Work?

For the financial website SuperMoney, Ian Katz offers his insights on the logistics, pros and cons of leaseback agreements.

Martha Stewart Living | July 2023

12 Surprising Mistakes That Are Bringing Down Your Home's Value

In the publication Martha Stewart Living, Ian Katz offers tips to avoid home value-eroding reno mistakes.

Apartment Therapy | June 2023

Historic Parlor-Level Gets a New Look

Apartment Therapy interviews Ian Katz about his exclusive at 167 Clinton Street, staged by Hovey Design, which sold for 46% over its asking price in June.

6sqft | May 2023

All Aboard a Charming Townhouse Flat

6sqft covers Ian Katz’s exclusive listing at 167 Clinton Street: a grand parlor floor three-bed in a mid-1800s townhouse combined with its rear carriage house.

StreetEasy | May 2023

The Most Popular Sale of the Week

StreetEasy’s blog covers Ian Katz’s exclusive listing at 167 Clinton Street, which earned the listing search portal’s “Most Popular Sale of the Week” honors.

Apartment Therapy | May 2023

House Number Ideas for Curb Appeal

In the blog Apartment Therapy, Ian Katz gives his thoughts on improving residential curb appeal with standout house numbers.

Citybiz | April 2023

Ian Katz Lists Full Parlor Floor Co-op

Citybiz covers Ian Katz’s exclusive listing at 167 Clinton Street: a Parlor floor, three-bedroom co-op in a 1849-built townhouse, asking $1.995 million.

US News | April 2023

Are Retro Bathrooms Back in Style?

In US News & World Report, Ian Katz is quoted with his thoughts on the marketability of retro bathrooms in the New York City real estate market.

Apartment Therapy | March 2023

Investing in “Second Homes” First

In the blog Apartment Therapy, Ian Katz is interviewed to discuss post-pandemic trends in secondary markets like the Hudson Valley and Florida.

Family Handyman | January 2023

5 Signs a Home Has “Good Bones”

In Family Handyman magazine, Ian Katz is interviewed for his thoughts on properties with “good bones” in the New York City residential market.

Brick Underground | December 2022

9 negotiating mistakes to avoid in NYC

In the blog Brick Underground, Ian Katz offers some negotiating tips assembled from his career representing Manhattan & Brooklyn purchasers.

Wall Street Journal | August 2022

What Lower Mortgage Rates Mean

In the Wall Street Journal, Ian Katz is quoted with his thoughts on protecting one’s mortgage rate while in contract to purchase.

Realtor.com | August 2022

Is Lowballing Back? The Lost Art of Offering Below List Price

In the Realtor.com blog, Ian Katz discusses aggressive bidding strategies for purchasers to gain an advantage in a shifting market.

Apartment Therapy | July 2022

9 Things Real Estate Agents Say About What It’s Really Like to Own a Brownstone

In the blog Apartment Therapy, Ian Katz shares his expertise with purchasing, renovating and owning a pre-war brownstone in New York City.

Apartment Therapy | July 2022

The Best Tips for Finding the Perfect Real Estate Agent in this Bonkers Market

In the blog Apartment Therapy, Ian Katz is asked to share his tips for selecting a real estate agent in an unpredictable and shifting buyers market.

Brick Underground | June 2022

How NYC buyers can take advantage of the summer sales slowdown

In the blog Brick Underground, Ian Katz gives his buying tips for the slower seasonal market found during the Summer.

Realtor.com | June 2022

‘Highest and Best’ vs. ‘Best and Final’: A Guide to Winning a Bidding War

In the Realtor.com blog, Ian Katz discusses handling multiple bid deadlines and communicating with integrity when managing home bidders.

Homes & Gardens | May 2022

Why a large kitchen island may devalue your home – according to estate agents

In Homes & Gardens, Ian Katz is quoted on his thoughts about oversized kitchen islands and their drawbacks in smaller NYC residences.

Forbes | May 2022

Will Higher Interest Rates Finally Cool The Red-Hot Housing Market?

In Forbes, Ian Katz is quoted discussing the effects of increasing interest rates on residential sales markets in the United States.

HOMES & GARDENS | May 2022

Your air conditioner may be devaluing your home – according to realtors

In Homes & Gardens, Ian Katz is interviewed for his input on dated and under-capacity AC systems and their impact on resale.

Brick Underground | June 2021

Pulling off a bidding war: A seller's 8-step guide

In the blog Brick Underground, Ian Katz discusses how he guides his seller clients through multiple offers and best and highest deadlines.

U.S. News | June 2018

6 Things That Are Surprisingly Negotiable When Buying a House

In U.S. News & World Report, Ian Katz discusses creating a compelling offer on a home without paying more than one can afford.

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