Timeline for Selling Selling your home can be very exciting, but it can also be extremely intimidating since it can be difficult to see the big picture. Hopefully the timeline below will take some of the mystery out of the process. Speak with a real estate agent. 1 to 3 weeks As discussed in a…
Co-op and Condo Building Policies – Why They Matter You’ve found a great apartment in a lovely building that’s in a perfect location. Awesome! But that’s not quite enough to move full steam ahead with making an offer. Co-op and condo building policies matter a LOT. These rules will not only have an impact on…
Accepted Offer! Everything’s Set, Right? Congratulations! You have an accepted offer on your property! So…everything’s all set, right? Well, not exactly… Unlike other states, an accepted offer in New York is not legally binding. This actually works to the advantage of both parties – the seller is still in a position to consider a better…
Are You Actually Ready to Renovate Your NYC Apartment? Are you truly ready to renovate an NYC apartment? It can be a very appealing thought. A brand new bathroom. A modernized kitchen. New hardwood floors. Brand new lighting fixtures. As an owner, having some of the features you’ve always wanted is quite tempting – and…
Why Overpricing is a “No Go” With home prices booming over the past years, it could be really tempting as a prospective seller to go for the gold (or platinum) and ask for a higher than market price just to see what you could get. But there are several reasons why that’s not such a…