Are you a non-US citizen looking to invest in New York City real estate? Whether you’re interested in purchasing a pied-a-terre for spending summers in the city, or you simply want to purchase an investment property and rent it out, NYC is an attractive option for many would-be property buyers from overseas. While real estate transactions […]
Finance
What’s it worth? Valuing a property in 2 easy steps
One of the biggest questions I get from clients who are getting ready to put in an offer on an apartment is “How do I know what its really worth?” Deciphering property value is actually less difficult than you might think. When valuing a property, brokers look at two main things: the actual sale price […]
Hate paying taxes? Consider a CEMA
When purchasing a property in New York City (or anywhere, for that matter), buyers need to account for more than just the purchase price of their new home. On both the purchase and sale side, taxes, mortgage fees, and other closing costs can add up to significant amounts. However, there are ways to save a […]
Pricing your home to sell in 3 simple steps
The floors are polished, the personal knick-knacks are put away and the walls are sporting a fresh coat of neutral-colored paint; you’re ready to put your home on the market. But how should you price it? Pricing correctly from the outset is of the upmost importance when selling a home. Statistics show that if a […]
Renovation revelations: How much it’ll really cost
Ok, we know the cost of a renovation depends on the scope of the project – whether or not you’re planning on a budget-friendly remodel or a very high quality enterprise. But there are a few more general rules to consider as you contemplate a renovation reserve fund. For one thing, purely cosmetic changes are […]