A lender’s reference to the term “foreclosure” might be akin to a proclamation of doom for many residents across the New York City metro area. That is understandable. Banks and other mortgage companies often seem to be callous and uncompromising entities. They want...
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Year: 2020
Could a tax lien sale help you become a New York homeowner?
The real estate market within a commuting distance of New York City is one of the most competitive markets in the country. People will pay multiple times what they would pay for similar properties in other states or regions. It is also common for desirable homes in...
How a misplaced fence could diminish your property’s value
Property in New York City comes at a premium price. Property owners will pay substantially more per square foot to live in the Bronx than they would to live in a rural community in upstate New York. Both acreage outdoors and square footage within the house will...
Beware of title issues on that New York home you want to buy
When you find a house that fits in your price range and meets all of your major criteria, you may feel eager to make an offer on the property. Sadly, for a tiny number of homeowners every year, their dream house turns into a nightmare when a title claim disrupts their...
Protecting yourself as a buyer with the right contingencies
The residential real estate market in New York is highly competitive. That means that both buyers and sellers have to take special precautions to protect their own best interests. One of the simplest ways for buyers to ensure they don't wind up in an untenable...
Why most NYC property buyers use a real estate attorney
Buying a property, whether a condo, brownstone or home, in the New York City area is a very expensive endeavor. The average home cost in Manhattan is 1.3 million. While you won’t need that kind of money to buy a home in the Bronx, you still can expect to pay between...