Buying your first home is an exciting process that also comes along with quite a bit of anxiety and pressure. Even if you’ve been planning your purchase, you’re likely to have concerns about making a mistake that could cost you time and/or money. Here are some of the...
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Selling your co-op means selling your buyer to the board
Every real estate deal requires the seller and the buyer to jump through a few hoops -- but selling your co-op takes extra steps. Aside from making sure the property is in tip-top condition to put on the market and finding a buyer who can afford (and obtain) the...
Avoid these pitfalls when buying real estate
Making the right decision when choosing a property to purchase can secure a bright future for your family. The ability to turn a house into a home is an art, not a science, but there are things that you can do from the very beginning to set yourself up for success. If...
What are the pros and cons of a short sale for sellers?
When the economy is in trouble, residential real estate owners in Bronx, New York, may encounter difficulty keeping up with their mortgage payments. As you know, falling behind on these payments can lead to foreclosure proceedings. In most cases, when such proceedings...
What should you include in your property condition disclosure?
Selling real property in New York can be a difficult process. You need to work on the property to get it in the best condition possible to maximize your sales price and then find professionals who can help you with the process of listing and selling your home. Then,...
Don’t give up protections trying to save on your home closing costs
Buying real estate in New York is an incredibly expensive and stressful process. There's usually more demand than supply, which means that you might have to bid well over the asking price in order to make a purchase. Given the density of housing, it's also likely that...
Foreclosure avoidance is a strong possibility in many home challenges
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...
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...

