Selling in NYC

Whatever your political beliefs, it's undeniable that New Yorkers are fleeing the state and NYC in particular. So why are people fleeing New York in droves? Is it because of current events like the pandemic or more endemic issues that …

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If you’re selling a home in New York City, it may come as a shock if a buyer’s agent submits an offer which demands a higher buyer agent commission % than what you’ve agreed to pay. This scenario most commonly …

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The REBNY COVID-19 Health Questionnaire Screening Form is designed to help promote the health and safety of all participants who may be involved with in-person showing or meeting activity for residential and commercial real estate in New York City. The …

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Sellers and landlords of properties built prior to 1978 in NYC are required to notify prospective tenants and purchasers of the risk of exposure to lead from lead-based paint. Lead-based paint is of particular risk to young children, as lead …

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NYC entered Phase 2 of the New York Forward Reopening plan on June 22nd, 2020. As part of this new stage of reopening, in-person real estate showings will once again be permitted in New York City. In-person real estate activities …

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A memorandum of agreement is a proposed transaction summary that is circulated to lawyers and brokers representing both the buyer and the seller after an accepted offer has been negotiated. The purpose of this document is to inform the lawyers …

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An offer acknowledgment and registration form in real estate provides written and signed confirmation that a seller has received an offer. The offer acknowledgement form is most commonly used by buyer’s brokers who would like verification that her or his …

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The New York State Senate had introduced Bill S2892B, commonly referred to as the Good Cause Eviction Bill, which will fundamentally alter the ability of property owners to evict a tenant, subtenant or squatter unless the landlord can demonstrate a …

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