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Whether or not it's legal to use a grill in a NYC apartment depends on the fuel type (gas, charcoal, etc.), the grill’s location as well as the building type.

NYC Grilling and Barbecue Laws for Apartments: What’s Legal?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / July 16, 2021 July 22, 2021

The legality of grills for apartment buildings in NYC depends on the fuel source (propane, electric, charcoal or gas), the grill’s location (balcony, terrace, roof deck, courtyard or backyard) as well as the building type (multiple dwelling or 1-2 family …

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Sample remote closing instructions from a co-op managing agent in NYC. Virtual closings are possible with notaries, couriers & planning.

How to Do a Remote Closing On a Co-op Apartment

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / July 12, 2021 July 12, 2021

Remote closings on co-op apartments are becoming more commonplace in New York City and nationwide as more building management companies become open to the idea, especially after realizing how much more efficient the process is during the NYC shutdown of …

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Joining your condo or co-op board in NYC is a great way to influence the direction of your building. However, there are downsides to being a board member.

Should You Join Your Condo or Co-op Board in NYC?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / July 7, 2021 July 8, 2021

Joining your condo or co-op board in NYC is a great way to influence both the direction and finances of your building. However, there are also some downsides to being a board member. We discuss the pros and cons of …

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If you’re a landlord in NYC, negotiating a lease renewal with your current tenant can be challenging and awkward. Follow these tips.

How to Negotiate a Lease Renewal as a Landlord in NYC

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / June 22, 2021 June 25, 2021

If you’re a landlord in NYC, negotiating a lease renewal with your current tenant can be challenging and awkward. You most likely had a broker intermediate the original rental price negotiation when the tenant first signed the lease. This time …

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COVID-19 rules and restrictions for the NYC real estate brokerage industry were lifted on 6/15/21. Learn what this means for buyers, sellers and agents.

Update on the Removal of COVID-19 Rules for NYC Real Estate

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / June 21, 2021 June 21, 2021

The vast majority of New York State’s COVID-19 rules and restrictions were lifted on 6/15/21. As a result, pandemic health guidance and safety protocols specific to the real estate brokerage industry in NYC are now optional. COVID-19 mitigation measures which …

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There are many factors to consider when your listing agreement expires in NYC. Should you sign a renewal or hire a new agent? What is a protected buyer list?

What Happens When a Listing Agreement Expires in NYC?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / June 3, 2021 June 8, 2021

If you’re selling a home in NYC and your current listing agreement is about to expire, you might be wondering what happens next. There are several options to consider when your listing agreement expires in NYC. We’ll discuss your possible …

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Changing the buyer agent commission in NYC is allowed, but adjusting the commission percentage after listing is an ineffective strategy.

Is Changing the Buyer Agent Commission in NYC Allowed?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / May 19, 2021 May 28, 2021

Sellers in NYC often ask if the buyer agent commission rate is permanently fixed at the time of listing or if it can be adjusted over time. For example, if you originally offer 2% to a buyer’s agent, can you …

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Overview of exclusions to the RPIE form, what exclusions may apply for individual condo and co-op unit owners, requirements & more.

Do Individual Condo Owners Need to Submit the RPIE Form?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / April 26, 2021 May 4, 2021

Many a New Yorker renting out their property for the first time will get panicked when they notice on their property tax bill that "you must file a Real Property Income and Expense (RPIE) statement or a claim of exclusion …

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Once your buyer signs a contract on a condo or co-op in NYC, it’s important to set expectations on both the process and timing for preparing the board package.

NYC Condo & Co-op Board Package Instructions for Agents

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / April 7, 2021 April 15, 2021

Congratulations on your client going into contract on a condo or co-op apartment in NYC! At this stage, it’s very important for you to set clear expectations with your client on the overall process and timing for preparing and submitting …

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Selling a co-op apartment in NYC? Follow these steps when vetting and reviewing an offer to maximize the chances of receiving co-op board approval.

Seller Checklist for Accepting an Offer on a Co-op in NYC

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / April 7, 2021 April 8, 2021

If you’re selling a co-op in NYC, it’s important to remember that the risk of a co-op board rejection is very real. While some co-op board rejections are inexplicable (and perhaps discriminatory), it’s far too common to encounter scenarios where …

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