Manhattan Property Investment with Weimin Tan

08/18/2026

Manhattan’s rental market remained exceptionally strong in July, with rents rising sharply while available inventory continued to contract.

Read the full article here: https://www.castle-avenue.com/manhattan-rental-market-update-for-investors.html

07/31/2026

Is now a good time to invest in Manhattan, New York residential property? I am optimistic Manhattan is starting an upward price trend again. After almost a decade of going sideways.

Mortgage rates are still high but the trajectory is decreasing in the future which will bring back buyers needing financing. Rental yield can now exceed 3 percent, which is high for Manhattan.

Read the full article here: https://www.castle-avenue.com/is-now-a-good-time-to-invest-in-manhattan-new-york-residential-property.html

07/29/2026

Historical median price of a Manhattan residential condo increased from $425,000 in 1999 to $1.7 million in 2017. During the downturn period of 2017-2019, median price declined to $1.588 million. Median price in 2022 was $1.746 million, a new record surpassing even the 2017 level. In Q2’2026, median price was at $1.745 million.

Read the full Q2 market update here: https://www.castle-avenue.com/manhattan-condo-historical-price-trend.html

07/10/2026

For many families, purchasing a home for a child studying or beginning a career in New York is about more than simply providing a place to live. It can also be part of a broader long-term financial strategy.

Over the years, I’ve noticed several common themes that influence these purchasing decisions: https://www.castle-avenue.com/why-many-asian-families-buy-property-in-manhattan-for-their-children.html

07/09/2026

Will the Pied-à-Terre Tax Ruin Manhattan Real Estate? In this video, Weimin breaks down the proposed Mamdani’s pied-à-terre tax and analyzes its true potential impact on the Manhattan real estate market.

Will this extra tax on luxury vacation homes trigger a market collapse, or is the media simply sensationalizing the issue? Find out why luxury buyers might not care as much as you think.

Will the Pied-à-Terre Tax Ruin Manhattan Real Estate? In this video...

07/08/2026

Every year, families whose children are attending college in New York ask the same question:

Should we buy an apartment, or should we simply rent?

There is no universal answer. The right decision depends on factors such as how long your child expects to remain in New York, your family’s financial objectives, and whether you view the purchase solely as housing or as a long-term investment.

Here’s a framework to help evaluate the decision: https://www.castle-avenue.com/should-you-buy-or-rent-for-your-child-attending-college-in-new-york.html

07/02/2026

Featured in Yahoo Finance, sharing insights on the evolution of New York's luxury condo market with reporter Claire Boston.

06/29/2026

Privacy, liability protection, and tax efficiency—why foreign investors look beyond simple individual ownership when buying Manhattan property. 📈 Learn how international buyers use multi-tiered LLC structures to balance asset protection with US estate tax compliance.

Read the full guide: https://www.castle-avenue.com/buying-nyc-real-estate-through-an-llc-what-foreign-investors-need-to-know.html

06/27/2026

When allocating capital to NYC real estate, are you buying a lifestyle or a high-quality asset? 📈 Learn what actually separates an investment-grade Manhattan apartment from the rest of the market—and why downside protection and liquidity matter far more than the latest building amenities.

Read the framework: https://www.castle-avenue.com/what-makes-a-manhattan-apartment-investment-grade-a-framework-for-long-term-value.html

06/26/2026