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Purchasing a home presents an exciting opportunity. It may be an investment for the future or a home to raise a family in. Nonetheless, hidden defects in a property can put a real dampener on the purchase. Hidden defects are those that may not be immediately visible,...
The dream of homeownership in New York City often comes with a hefty price tag. So it’s not a big surprise when buyers turn to fixer-upper homes in the Bronx as an affordable entry point into the housing market. Before buying a renovation project, though, you need to...
If you are buying your first home, then there is one crucial aspect of home buying that you may not want to miss - a home inspection. A home inspection allows you to uncover hidden issues in a home that could potentially lower the value of a home or protect you from a...
Neighbors often have to adopt a “live and let live” philosophy. They cannot control what other people do with their lawns or what color siding they install. So long as the behavior of a neighbor does not affect another property owner's quiet enjoyment of their own...
With Halloween just around the corner, it’s a good time to go visit haunted houses in your area. But while it’s one thing to tour a haunted house for scary fun, it’s quite another to unwillingly share living space with a spectral roommate. If you’re not comfortable...
When someone sells a home in New York, they are required to make certain disclosures under state law. This way, the buyer understands any potential complications with the property. They can factor this in when deciding if repairs need to be made or simply when...
Multi-family housing is a solid investment for some people, but it’s one that must be considered carefully to ensure that the investor understands the risks that come with this purchase. Most people know they need to consider things like the location and their budget,...
Discovering that a property you want to buy has an easement on it should give you pause for thought. An easement means that your private property may not be private all the time. Easements are a legal mechanism giving one party the right to pass over another party’s...
Buying a home can be a complex affair but it is important to remain calm and follow the appropriate steps. One of those is to put contingency clauses into the contract before you agree to buy. Contingencies allow you to back out without penalty if specific issues crop...
The real estate market in the Bronx can be relatively competitive. Buyers often need to make certain concessions if they want their offer to stand out from multiple offers on the same property. Many buyers want to take possession of a property as quickly as possible,...