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Authoritative guide on how to find an apartment in NYC. Where to start, should you work with a broker, where to look online, property types and more.

How to Find an Apartment in NYC

Feb 18, 2019
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A rent roll in NYC real estate is a summary of a property’s rental income streams. A rent roll also shows net operating income, the cap rate and maturity dates.

What Is a Rent Roll in NYC Real Estate?

Feb 18, 2019
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Buying a townhome in NYC means no board approval or interviews, no application and move-in fees. Lower monthly charges. Difficulties with property tax disputes.

The Complete Guide to Buying a Townhome in N...

Feb 11, 2019
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Co-op square footage in NYC is a controversial topic because co-ops do not have official square footage figures listed in the Offering Plan.

Co-op Square Footage in NYC

Feb 07, 2019
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The cost of gut renovating a typical bathroom in NYC is between $20,000 to $50,000. A bathroom gut renovation is a stressful and time-consuming project.

How to Renovate a Bathroom in NYC

Jan 31, 2019
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A Letter of No Objection in NYC is used to verify the legal use of a property built before January 1st, 1938 which does not have a DOB Certificate of Occupancy.

What Is a Letter of No Objection in NYC Real...

Jan 30, 2019
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Buyer closing costs in NYC are between 1.5% to 6%. Buyer closing costs are higher for condos vs. co-ops, and closing costs are the highest for new developments.

How Much Are Buyer Closing Costs in NYC?

Jan 25, 2019
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What is the Mortgage Recording Tax in NYC? How much is the Mortgage Recording Tax and how is it calculated? Who pays the Mortgage Recording Tax and is it negotiable? How can you reduce your tax liability with a purchase CEMA loan? Where do you file MT-15 (Mortgage Recording Tax Return)?

The Mortgage Recording Tax in NYC

Jan 23, 2019
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Typical co-op buyer financial requirements in NYC include 20% down, a debt-to-income ratio between 25% to 35% and 1 to 2 years of post-closing liquidity.

NYC Co-op Financial Requirements

Jan 17, 2019
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No purchase applications, condo boards or petty neighbors with a townhome. No dealing with building maintenance with a condo. Townhome vs condo explained.

Townhome vs Condo – Which Is Better in NYC?

Jan 16, 2019
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3-6 reference letters per applicant. Ask for references as soon as you have a signed contract. NYC co-op board package reference letter samples & tips.

NYC Coop Board Package Reference Letter Samp...

Jan 10, 2019
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Stick to business casual. Be on time. Don't mention renovation plans. Don't ask questions. Tips on how to ace a co-op board interview in NYC and more.

How to Ace a Co-op Board Interview in NYC

Jan 09, 2019
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