The New York State Certified Senior Senior Advisor Leadership Council

As part of my work serving older clients, I'm the Program Chair of the New York State Certified Senior Advisor Leadership Council.

Bill HerbstJanuary 28, 2026#silvertsunami, seniors, #seniorliving, #nycrealestate, #compasspluss, #compassplus, #compassplusseniors, #manhattanrealestate, #brooklynrealestate, #nycrealestateagent, #seniorcitizens

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

Moonrise Bagels - Stuffed Bagels in Greenwich Village

Another viral food sensation is causing lines on West 8th St. between 5th/6th Aves.

Bill HerbstDecember 31, 2025#nycgoof, #nycfoodie, #bagel, #nycbagel, #nycrealestate, #greenwichvillage, #moonrisebagels

How was the Manhattan Real Estate Market in October 2025

Manhattan’s real estate market kept its momentum in October, even with a few economic bumps in the background.

Bill HerbstNovember 11, 2025#nycrealestate, #nycrealestatebroker #manhattanrealestate, #, manhttan real estate market, #manhattanrealestate, #manhattanrealestatemarket, #compassny, #nycrealestateagent, #bestnycrealestateboker

Compass' Q2 2025 Manhattan Real Estate Market Report

Manhattan's residential market performed well in Q2 2025, according to Compass' newly-released Q2 Manhattan Market Report.

Bill HerbstJuly 9, 2025#nycrealestate, #manhattanrealestate, #nycrealestateagent, #manhattanrealestatemarket, #manhattanrealestateagent, #below23rdstreet, #nycrealestatebroker, #compassny, #marketreport

Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Show 2025

Macy's is promising something extra-spectacular for their 49th annual fireworks show this year - performances and effects from the Brooklyn Bridge.

Bill HerbstJune 30, 2025#macysfireworks, #4thofjuly, #july4thnyc, #july4th, #macys4thofjuly, #nycrealestate, #nycrealestatebroker, #nycrealestateagent, #below23rdst

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

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

The Manhattan Spring Market Hasn't Fulfilled the Promise We Saw in March

Yes, the number of signed contracts is up 7% over last year. That's very good, and it looks like we'll have a pretty typical May. However, the expectation (or hope?) was that we'd do even better. Then the tariff talk started.

Bill HerbstMay 28, 2025#nycrealestate, #nycrealestateagent, #nycrealestatebroker, #manhattanrealestate, #manhattanmarketupdate

The Compass 3-Phased Marketing Strategy

The Compass 3-Phased Marketing Strategy helps homeowners maximize their home's value by generating demand through multiple listing launches, ensuring listings get the attention and offers they deserve.

Bill HerbstMay 6, 2025#nycrealestate, #nycrealestatebroker, #nycrealestateagent, #compass, #compassnyc, #manhattanrealestate, #brooklynrealestate

Win Son Bakery & Cafe, East Village

I discovered Win Son when I had a couple of listings near the original location in East Williamsburg. When they recently opened a second location in the East Village, just seven minutes away from home via CitiBike, I was pretty psyched.

Bill HerbstMay 6, 2025#nycfood, #nycfoodie, #nycbakery, #nycrealestate, #nycrealestatebroker, #nycrealestateagent, #winson

How is the Recent Volatility in the Financial World Affecting the Manhattan Real Estate Market?

You'd think that the recent economic volatility in the world would have majorly impacted the Manhattan real estate market, right? You'd be wrong.

Bill HerbstApril 30, 2025#nycrealestate, #nycrealestateagent, #nycrealestatebroker, #compass, #compassnyc, #nycrealestatemarket, #gilmartinherbstteam

Manhattan Real Estate Market Update: March 24, 2025

Markets hate uncertainty, but it seems we've had nothing but uncertainty over the last few years. Is uncertainty the new norm?

Bill HerbstMarch 30, 2025#manhattanrealESTATE, #nycrealestate, #nyc realestatebroker, #nycrealestateagent, #realestatemarket, #manhattan, #compass, #compassny

Why Don't More Buyers Make Offers?

A client once asked me a very good question: "Why don't more buyers make offers on homes they think are overpriced?"

Bill HerbstMarch 19, 2025#nycrealtor, #nycrealestateagent, #nycrealestate, #nycrealestatebroker, #below23rdstreet, #compassny, #compass, #manhattanrealestate, #brooklynrealestate

Our Client Experience Just Got Even Better

Meet Compass One, our cutting-edge client dashboard for buyers and sellers.

Bill HerbstMarch 12, 2025#compass, #compassny, #nycrealestate, #manhattanrealestate, #nycrealestateagent, #nycrealestatebroker, #brooklynrealestate

How Long Does It Take to Get a Real Estate Contract Signed in New York City?

At least ten days. That's generally the time required for the buyer's attorney to perform "due diligence." The purpose is to protect the buyer by making sure that there are no issues with the apartment or the building.

Bill HerbstMarch 5, 2025#nycrealestate, #nycrealestatebroker, #nycrealestateagent, #compassny, #compass, #manhattanrealestate, #below23rdstreet, #gilmartinherbstteam, #brroklynrealestate

Gnocchi on 9th Opens in Greenwich Village

The original location of Gnocchi on 9th, on East 9th St., became a social media sensation for its simple, affordable, and photogenic concept: a Chinese takeout-stye container filled with tasty gnocchi, a sauce, and maybe a burrata.

Bill HerbstMarch 5, 2025#gnocchion9th, #nycfood, #nycfoodie, #nycrealestatebroker, #nycrealestateagent, #nycrealestate, #below23rdstreet

There Aren't Enough Homes for Sale in NYC

Tuesday morning at our jam-packed Compass HQ sales meeting, one of the managers, Alex, asked who was working with buyers and having trouble finding enough active listings to show them. Over half the agents in the room raised their hands.

Bill HerbstFebruary 19, 2025#compass, #compassnyc, #nycrealestate, #nycrealestateagent, #nycrealestatebroker, #below23rdstreet, #selling a home, #buying a home, #manhattanrealestate, #brooklynrealestate

VIDEO: My Senior Seminar

I recently hosted a seminar covering services to help senior citizens take their next steps in life. Here’s the video.

Bill HerbstFebruary 6, 2025#nycrealestate, #nycrealestatebroker, #nycrealestateagent, #compassny, #compassplus, #seniorliving, #servicesforseniors

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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