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Will New York apartment prices go down? That’s a question both buyers and sellers are asking as we start the new year. Sellers are looking to get the best deal for their assets, while buyers are hoping to snatch a good apartment at a bargain price.

Whether you are a homeowner, landlord, or tenant, it’s a good idea to be acquainted with the new housing laws. And if you are wondering – what are the new housing laws in New York? The answer is that there are multiple but two that might be relevant to many people.

When you prepare to sell your house in the city and learn about the commissions (up to 6%), it’s natural to ask – Can I sell my house without a realtor in NYC? And the answer is, yes, you can. It’s called For Sale By Owner (FSBO), and many people go there. However, whether you should sell without a realtor is a completely different question.

It can also be evaluated in the context of Debt-to-Income and Rent-to-Income ratios. Let’s say your rent makes up 30% of your monthly income, which is a reasonable level and your income suddenly increases, enough to push the ratio down to 20%. You can now upsize and look for a better and bigger apartment or you have more cash to spare and save.

Do you need a realtor in NYC? Legally speaking, no. You don’t need a realtor to buy, sell, or rent in NYC. But practically speaking, a realtor/New York City broker can help in all three scenarios.

What is the tax on selling an apartment in NYC? It’s a very important question to find an answer to if you are planning on selling your apartment in the city. The answer relies upon what kind of apartment you are selling.

Have you ever wondered – do most people buy or rent in NYC? Over 8.8 million people live in this city and according to the NYC Comptroller office’s estimate, most of them rent.

Have you ever wondered – do most people buy or rent in NYC? Over 8.8 million people live in this city and according to the NYC Comptroller office’s estimate, most of them rent.

If you have a property in NYC that has not reached its Floor Area Ratio (FAR) limit, it has unused/unbuilt potential left, called the air rights. So you might wonder – how much are air rights worth in NYC? The simple answer is, they are worth as much as someone is willing to pay for it.