The Bianca Colasuonno Team

The Bianca Colasuonno Team Realtor and founding member Compass Queens. Mom to two smart cookies. Balancing work and life and lo

Since 2002, Bianca and her team have handled hundreds of successful transactions in Queens and has been dedicated to achieving outstanding results for our Queens neighbors. Her team's experience spans single and multi-family home sales, commercial and estate sales, new developments, resale coop/condo sales as well as sponsor and investor representation. Her client-first philosophy has guided her c

areer and is a pillar of her teams core mission; to provide expert representation to buyers, sellers and investors in Queens. As a Compass Founding Agent in Queens in 2018, she and her team lead the company’s expansion to the borough. Bianca made the transition to real estate after working as a field biologist. Her scientific mind, attention to detail, and commitment to process, allow her team to anticipate the needs of her diverse customer base. When it’s time to embark on the exciting, and at times, complicated task of selling or purchasing your next home, Bianca and her team look forward to working with you to achieve your real estate goals.

06/03/2026

The 31st Avenue Open Street is now home to a series of vibrant new murals created by local artists, transforming the roadway into a massive outdoor canvas. The project, supported through a NYC Small Business Services grant, brings public art directly into the heart of the neighborhood while celebrating the creativity, culture, and community spirit that make Astoria so special

From bold colors to imaginative designs, these murals turn a simple stroll down 31st Avenue into an open-air art experience. The artwork was created with the help of local artists and volunteers, continuing the Open Street’s mission of making public space more welcoming, vibrant, and community-focused.

Have you checked them out yet? Drop your favorite mural in the comments 👇

📍 31st Avenue Open Street, Astoria

06/02/2026

Cycling in Astoria is getting a big boost with the new bike lane on 31st Avenue and as a cyclist myself, I’m really excited! 🚴‍♀️ This lane is making it so much safer for everyone on two wheels.

That said, I do wonder if the new setup could have a bit more balance like more space for parking, loading zones, and keeping emergency vehicle access clear. Queens is still a car-dependent place for many, and I just hope we keep all users, drivers, bikers, and pedestrians moving safely.

What do you think? Have you noticed any changes on 31st Ave? Drop a comment. I’d love to hear your experience!

Please be respectful in the comments. This is not a post to trash bikers or drivers, but to be able to share our experiences!

06/01/2026

✨ A home that feels just right.

Thoughtfully designed, filled with natural light, and offering the perfect balance of style and comfort, this property is ready for its next chapter.

Could this be your next address? 🏡

Comment Buy for more details or to schedule a private showing.

05/28/2026

The definition of “middle class” depends heavily on where you live especially in New York 👀

🇺🇸 Nationally, for an INDIVIDUAL income:

🔹 Lower Class → Under $35K/year
🔹 Working Class → $35K–$60K
🔹 Middle Class → $60K–$150K
🔹 Upper Middle Class → $150K–$250K
🔹 Upper Class → $250K+

For HOUSEHOLDS/FAMILIES 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

🏠 Lower Class → Under $50K
🏠 Middle Class → Around $75K–$200K
🏠 Upper Middle Class → $200K–$400K
🏠 Wealthy/Upper Class → $400K+

🗽 NEW YORK REALITY CHECK:

In NYC and parts of Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, or Long Island…
A household making $100K–$150K may STILL feel middle or even working class because of:

📈 High rent & mortgage payments
💸 Property taxes
🚇 Transportation costs
🛒 Expensive groceries & daily expenses
👶 Childcare costs

In many parts of New York, a “comfortable” middle-class lifestyle often starts closer to $150K–$200K+ household income.

💡 Income class is not just about salary, it’s about what your money can actually afford where you live.

Find out where do you stand base in your income!

05/27/2026

Queens drivers might finally see the light at the end of the tunnel 🚧🚗

After YEARS of construction, officials say the Van Wyck Expressway project could finally wrap up by September 2026. For generations of Queens residents, the Van Wyck has basically been under construction forever and honestly, some people have never seen it without cones, detours, or traffic backups.

The expressway itself dates back to the 1950s, but it has been rebuilt, widened, repaired, or redesigned multiple times over the decades because of aging infrastructure, nonstop traffic growth, flooding issues, and JFK Airport expansion projects. Now, with JFK undergoing a massive redevelopment, the state launched another major overhaul of the Van Wyck to handle future airport traffic and improve safety.

So why has it taken so long?

👷‍♂️ The project involved rebuilding bridges, redesigning ramps, fixing structural problems, adding a dedicated airport lane, and upgrading drainage systems to reduce flooding.

🚦 Construction had to happen while one of NYC’s busiest highways stayed open 24/7.

✈️ The work is tied directly to the $20 billion JFK Airport redevelopment.

💰 The current Van Wyck capacity improvement project alone costs about $1.2 billion.

Officials say the new dedicated JFK lane could finally reduce some of the nightmare traffic Queens drivers have dealt with for decades.

Queens residents will believe it when they actually drive it 😅

05/26/2026

New York lawmakers are considering a NEW 1% tax on all-cash home purchases over $1M in NYC.

The proposal is designed to mirror the mortgage recording tax that financed buyers already pay and officials say it could generate over $160 million for the city. Critics argue it may push buyers out of NYC or encourage buyers to finance instead of paying cash.
With all-cash deals becoming increasingly common in Manhattan and luxury markets, this could seriously impact real estate activity across the city. 🏙️

Do you think cash buyers should pay an extra tax? 👇

05/18/2026

New York just passed a new annual surcharge on residential properties that are NOT a primary residence. If you own a second home, pied-à-terre, or investment property in NYC, this could affect you.
Here’s the quick breakdown 👇
Who may be affected
• 1–3 family homes with a NYC Department of Finance value of $5M+
• Condos & co-ops with a DOF value of $1M+
• Properties owned through LLCs, trusts, or corporations
You may be exempt if the property is a primary residence for:
• The owner
• Immediate family (spouse, child, parent, etc.)
• A tenant with a 1-year lease
Penalties are serious:
False certification could trigger a penalty up to 50% of the surcharge.

⚠️ The part most people are missing…
This law has two phases, and Phase 2 (starting July 1, 2028) could dramatically increase the tax for condos and co-ops.
Right now NYC uses Department of Finance values that massively undervalue apartments, sometimes by 90% or more.

Starting in 2028, the city will shift to comparable sales (closer to real market value).
That means many properties that appear safe today could become taxable later.

NYC real estate taxes are evolving quickly, and this policy could reshape how luxury condos, co-ops, and second homes are owned.
Save this post if you own property in NYC or are thinking of buying one.

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