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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,...
You may have found the perfect property for your business – but it doesn’t have all of the structures that you need. The owner isn’t selling, but they are willing to give you a long-term commercial lease with a ground lease. Typically, ground leases come with a rental...
Buying your first home can be an exciting milestone, but it can also be overwhelming. Choosing the type of property and its location, working out the budget and dealing with real estate brokers are some challenges you might encounter. Navigating these and other...
When selling a house, making a strong first impression is important. One effective way to achieve this aim involves staging. When a home is staged, furniture and décor are arranged to highlight what makes a home so wonderful, and ultimately make it more appealing to...
There are homes in the Bronx neighborhood that are rich in history, dating back to the 19th and early 20th centuries. These homes showcase the borough’s architectural heritage, with styles such as Colonial Revival, Art Deco and Victorian. The allure of these homes can...
When in the market for a home in New York, buyers may want to know the history of a residence. This could include major renovations, damage and even significant events that occurred in a home. But what if someone claims a house is haunted? Properties that have...
Most people have never heard of deed theft until they become the victim of it. Typically, the way criminals “steal” a home’s deed is through fraud or forgery. It often happens after a homeowner dies without a will (intestate). These homes can be a source of...
Residential leases are pretty much a “take it or leave it” kind of situation, largely because there are protections for consumers built into the laws. Commercial leases, however, are different – almost everything is negotiable. If you’re seeking a commercial lease,...
Many buyers think of real estate transactions as done deals once a seller accepts an offer. They believe that all they need to do is wait until their closing date and then their possession date. However, there are countless things that can go wrong between when the...