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For Buyers
Rent-To-Own: What It Is And How It Works In NYC
Rent-to-own can be an amazing option for people who want to make a move from renting to buying but still need time to save enough money or build credit.
How To Prepare Yourself and Your Apartment For Sale In NYC
Selling your apartment in NYC can be a long and grueling process, and if you are not in the right
How Do You Win A Bidding War When You Are Buying In NYC?
Bidding wars are common in a seller’s market when there are fewer properties and a lot of buyers. A bidding
For Sellers
Liens On Properties: What Do Buyers And Sellers Need To Know About It?
A property in NYC can have several different types of liens, and until these liens are paid off or settled, it will be very difficult for the property owner to sell that property.
What Is A Flip Tax / Transfer Fee
A flip tax is a transfer fee (usually between 1% and 3%) that co-op sellers have to pay when selling their apartments.
What Do You Need To Know About A CEMA Loan?
CEMA loans are available for people who want to refinance their mortgage (and sometimes to buyers) and allows them to save money on mortgage recording tax.
For Renters
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
How To Sell Your Co-op Apartment In NYC
How Is Selling A Co-op Different From Selling A Condo? A technical difference between a condo and a co-op is
7 Steps To Finding The Perfect Apartment To Rent With Your Family
Step-1: Evaluate Your Rent Affordability Your expenses naturally rise as your family grows, and making certain lifestyle changes, like replacing
New Development
Joining A Co-op Board In NYC: What Can You Expect?
Co-op Board in NYC Co-op boards in NYC have two legal obligations: Following the co-op’s internal rules/bylaws. Changes in these
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
Sponsor Units – What Do NYC Apartment Buyers Need To Know About Them?
Sponsor units are builder or developer-owned apartments in condos and co-ops that can be sold by bypassing board approval requirements.
