While quick sales over the asking price make headlines, the reality of New York City real estate is much more complex.

Bill HerbstJune 24, 2026#nycrealestate #2fifthave #nycrealestateagent #nycrealestaebroker, #compassnyc, #compass, #below23rdstreet, #greenwichvillagerealestate

Manhattan Real Estate Market Report - June 24, 2026

It’s late June, a time when we normally see activity in the Manhattan real estate market slowing down. This year that's not the case.

Bill HerbstJune 24, 2026#nycrealestate, #manhattanmarketreport, #nycrealestateagent, #nycrealestatebroker, #manhattanrealestate, #below23rdstreet, #compassny, #compass, #nyc #nycrealestate #nycrealestateagent

Manhattan Real Estate Market Report - June 17, 2026

Manhattan home buyers continue to be out in force, with signed contracts 10% ahead of where we were a year ago.

Bill HerbstJune 17, 2026#nycrealestatemarket #nycrealestate #manhattanrealestate, #nyc realestate broker, #nycrealestate, #compassny, #compass, #manhattanrealestate, #nycrealestateagent

2 5th Avenue June 2026 Sales Report

A look at recent sales data for 2 5th Avenue in Greenwich Village.

Bill HerbstJune 17, 2026#2fifthavenue, #25thave, #greenwichvillagerealestate, #nycrealestate, #compass, #compassny, #manhattanrealestatebroker, #greenwichvillagegoldcoast

The Story Behind the Sale

Last week we closed on the sale of my listing 200 E. 27th St., Unit 2P. I was the second agent on this one.

Bill HerbstJune 10, 2026#nycrealestate, #nyc realestate broker, #nycrealerstateagent, #manhattanreaalestate, #compass, #compassny, #sellmyhome, #kipsbayt, #kipsbay

Bill Herbst Is One of the Top 1.5% of Agents Nationwide, According to RealTrends

I'm beyond thrilled to be included in the 2026 RealTrends Verified Top 1.5% of Agents nationwide.

Bill HerbstJune 10, 2026#realtrendsverified, #nycrealetateagent, #nycrealestatebroker, #topnycrealestateagent, #nycrealestate, #manhattanrealestate, #compass, #compassny #lowerfifthavenuerealestate

What You Need to Know About New York's New Pied-à-Terre Tax

New York State has approved a new pied-à-terre tax aimed at high-value second homes in New York City.

Bill HerbstJune 3, 2026#nycpiedaterretax, #nycrealestate, #nycpiedaterre, #nycrealestatebroker, #nycrealestateagent, #compass, #piedaterre, #compassny

Sellers Have a Window - But It Won't Stay Open Forever

Manhattan sellers are enjoying the strongest listing environment we've seen in three years.

Bill HerbstJune 2, 2026#nycrealestate, #selling a home, #nycrealestateagent, #manhattanrealestate, #nycrealestatebroker, #compassny, #compass, #sellingacoop, #sellingacondo

I Asked ChatGPT Who the Best Real Estate Agent Is to Sell a 2 5th Ave. Apartment

More and more people are using AI for their research, so I decided to ask who the best agent was to sell an apartment at 2 5th Ave. in Greenwich Village. I was certainly gratified by the results!

Bill HerbstMay 27, 2026#2FifthAvenue, #nycrealestate, #greenwichvillage, #greenwichvillagerealestate, #below23rdstreet, #compass, #compassny, #manhattanrealestate, #greenwichvillagegoldcoast, #nycrealestateagent, #greenwichvilagerealestatebroker, #coop, #nyccoop

3 Things Every NYC Home Buyer Should Know

Whether you’re buying a co-op, condo, or townhouse, here are three things every New York City homebuyer should know.

Bill HerbstMay 24, 2026#nycrealestate #nycrealestateagent #nycrealestatebroker, #coop, #nycccop, #compassny, #compassnyc, #compass, #buyingacoop, #Manhattanrealestate, #brooklynrealestate, #condo, #nyccondo

Manhattan Real Estate Market Report - May 20, 2026

The spring selling season of the Manhattan real estate market got a late start this year, but recently it's been making up for lost time.

Bill HerbstMay 24, 2026#manhattanrealestatemarket, #nycrealestate, #, #manhattanrealestate, #nycrealestateagent, #nycrealestatebroker, #compassnyc, #compass, #greenwichvillagerealestateagent

My 10th Anniversary at Compass

This Saturday, May 16th marks the tenth anniversary of my joining Compass.

Bill HerbstMay 13, 2026#nycrealestateagent, #nycrealestatebroker, #nycrealestate, #manhattanrealestate, #compass, #agentsofcompass, #compassnyc

Compass' Manhattan Market Report, Q1 2026

Despite the challenges of severe weather, geopolitical turmoil, stock market volatility, and a shortage of new listings, the Manhattan market remained resilient.

Bill HerbstMay 12, 2026#nycrealestate, #manhattanrealestate, #manhattanrealestatemarket, #marketreport, #nycrealestateagent, #nycrealestatebroker, #compassny, #compass

Compass' Q4 2025 Manhattan Real Estate Report

At the beginning of Q4 2025, I wrote that I was feeling cautiously optimistic about the Manhattan real estate market. It turns out I had reason to be.

Bill HerbstJanuary 21, 2026#nycrealestate, #manhattanrealestate, #nycrealestatebroker, #nycrealestatemarket, #compass, #compassny, #manhattanrealrestateagent

January is traditionally the slowest month of the year in the Manhattan real estate market, but this year seems to be off to a more active start.

Bill HerbstJanuary 21, 2026#nycrealestate, #nycrealestatemarket, #nycrealestategent, #compass, #below23rdstreet, #nycrealestatebroker

Some of My 2025 Real Estate Highlights

2025 has been a busy year for me. Here are some highlights.

Bill HerbstDecember 31, 2025#nycrealestate #manhattanrea, #manhattanrealestate, #brooklynrealestate, #nycrealestatebroker, #nycrealestateagent, #compass, #compassny, #below23rdstreet, #bestnycrealestateagent

Compass' Q2 2025 Brooklyn Real Estate Market Report

For my Brooklyn clients, friends, and fans, here's a snapshot of Compass' newly-released Q2 Brooklyn Market Report.

Bill HerbstJuly 16, 2025#brooklyn real estate, #brooklyn, #brooklyn market report, #compass, #compassny, #brooklyn real estate agent

How is Q2 2025 Ending for the Manhattan Real Estate Market?

The Manhattan real estate market's spring season started with a bang, but it's ending - not with a whimper, but certainly not where we expected (or hoped) it would.

Bill HerbstJune 30, 2025#realestate, #below23rdstreet, #nycrealestate, #nycrealestategent, #manhattanrealestate, #nycrealestatebroker, #bestnycrealestateagent, #compass, #gilmartinherbstteam

The FARE Act - What Does it Mean for Renters?

As of June 11, the FARE Act changed how apartment rentals are handled in New York City.

Bill HerbstJune 13, 2025#fareact #ncyrentals #nycrealestate, #nycrealestatemarket #nycrealestate #manhattanrealestate, #nycrealestatebroker, #nycrealestateagent, #manhattanrealestate, #brooklynrealestate, #compass, #gilmartinherbstteam

Compass Plus Is Helping Seniors With Their Next Move

Compass Plus is a nationwide network of Compass agents helping older adults and their families navigate life transitions with care, dignity, and expertise.

Bill HerbstJune 5, 2025#compass, #seniorliving, #nycrealestate, #nycrealestateagent, #compassplus, #helpmyparentsmove, #manhattanrealeastate, #brooklynrealestate, #seniorcitizens

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ContactLicensed AssociateReal Estate Brokersbillandralph@compass.comM: 917.596.3743

Compass Global Headquarters90 Fifth Avenue, 3rd FloorNew York NY 10011212.913.9058

Contact
Licensed Associate
Real Estate Brokers
billandralph@compass.com
M: 917.596.3743

Compass Global Headquarters
90 Fifth Avenue, 3rd Floor
New York NY 10011
212.913.9058