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For Buyers

Financing Your NYC Real Estate Investment Through Mortgage
It’s possible to get a bank/financial institution to finance (part of) your real estate investment, but the process is different

What is New Development?
New development is usually a newly constructed or heavily renovated structure that is for sale directly by the developer responsible for the construction/renovation.

What Is An HDFC Building?
An HDFC building is subsidized housing for low to medium-income families, mainly for owner-occupation.
For Sellers

What Is A Gut Renovation?
Compared to partial or cosmetic renovations, a gut renovation project can be costly, challenging, and time-consuming, but it allows you to recreate your home interior almost from scratch.

What Is An HDFC Building?
An HDFC building is subsidized housing for low to medium-income families, mainly for owner-occupation.

Selling Your NYC Apartment As-Is? What Do You Need To Know
Selling your apartment as-is means different things to different people. The most widely accepted definition is selling your apartment without
For Renters

What Are Doorman Buildings?
Doorman buildings in NYC are buildings that are manned 24/7 by a doorman who controls entry to the building and provides additional services like signing for deliveries.

10 Steps To Find The Perfect Apartment To Rent In NYC
1. Identify The Right Time To Enter The Market The best time to find available apartments in NYC is usually

Your Guide To Rent-Stabilized Apartments In NYC
What Are Rent-Stabilized Apartments In NYC? Rent-stabilized apartments are a form of rent-regulated apartments that have existed since 1969. In
New Development

Downsizing in NYC – Strategies and Best Practices
Whether you rent or own your home in NYC, there comes a time when you have to upsize or downsize

What Is A Luxury Apartment in NYC?
A luxury apartment is not an official term. There are no specific criteria related to amenities and building features that

What Is A Certificate of Occupancy (C of O)?
In NYC, a Certificate of Occupancy is issued by the Department of Buildings and determines the use and occupancy status of a building. Read on to find out more.