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Anti-competitive practices in NYC real estate include any actions taken by agents which suppress or discourage competition and keep commission rates elevated.

What Are Anti-Competitive Practices in NYC Real Estate?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / August 17, 2022 August 17, 2022

Anti-competitive practices in NYC real estate include any actions taken by agents which keep commission rates artificially elevated by suppressing or discouraging competition amongst fellow agents and brokerages. Anti-competitive practices also include the failure to disclose all information to consumers, …

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List your home on the OneKey MLS for no upfront cost with Hauseit. The OneKey Multiple Listing Service covers Long Island and the Hudson Valley.

How to List on the OneKey MLS for Free

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / August 12, 2022 August 12, 2022

You can list your home on the OneKey MLS for free with a Hauseit Assisted FSBO Listing. Our DIY listing service at Hauseit is similar to a Flat Fee MLS Listing, with the difference being that you don’t owe any …

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A protected buyer list in NYC real estate is a set of names your listing agent remains eligible to earn a commission on after the listing agreement expires. A protected buyer list is also referred to as a protection clause, a safety clause or an extender clause in real estate lingo.

What Is a Protected Buyer List in NYC Real Estate?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / August 11, 2022 August 11, 2022

A protected buyer list in NYC real estate is a set of names your listing agent remains eligible to earn a commission on within a certain period of time after the original listing agreement expires. A protected buyer list is …

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Why do I need an access agreement for adjacent properties when doing facade work? Who needs to sign? Who negotiates? Sample agreement & more.

Access Agreement for Adjoining Property in NYC

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / August 11, 2022 August 11, 2022

An access agreement is a legal contract between the owners of two or more adjoining properties, that provides terms for accessing each other's properties. This is an agreement that frequently needs to be signed in dense urban areas with adjacent …

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When do I have to give notice via a non-renewal lease letter? Who must give notice? Sample letter to tenant & letter to landlord & more.

The Non-Renewal Lease Letter Explained

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / June 1, 2022 June 2, 2022

In some states, cities and/or counties, there are housing laws that require a certain notice period to notify the other party in a lease agreement of your intent to not renew the lease. Typically, when such regulations exist, it falls …

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NYC homeowners who pay less than $8k in annual property taxes on homes worth $1 million or more will likely face higher tax bills.

Will NYC Property Tax Reform Raise Your Taxes?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / May 31, 2022 June 16, 2022

NYC property tax reform is on the horizon. The current system, which was enacted in 1981, has been derided by critics as being overly complex and unfair. In particular, 1-3 family homes receive much more favorable tax treatment compared to …

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What is New York's Reasonable Modification and Accommodation Law? Who needs to comply? When do notices need to be sent? Sample notice & more.

New York Reasonable Modification and Accommodation Law

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / May 31, 2022 June 29, 2022

New York has a new notice and disclosure requirement to tenants that landlords and real estate agents must comply with as of May 2022. The purpose of this new regulation is to make sure tenants with disabilities understand their rights …

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How do I list my home For Sale By Owner in Rockland County, NY? What is the Rockland County MLS and how can I list my property on the MLS for a flat fee?

What is the Rockland County MLS in NY?

By Hauseit Research / February 4, 2022 February 4, 2022

How do I list my home For Sale By Owner in Rockland County? What is the Rockland County MLS and how can I list my property on the MLS for a flat fee? The Rockland County MLS is the OneKey …

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How do I list my home For Sale By Owner in Orange County, NY? What is the Orange County MLS and how can I list my property on the MLS for a flat fee?

What is the Orange County MLS in NY?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / February 3, 2022 February 4, 2022

What is the Orange County MLS and how can I list my property on the MLS for a flat fee? How do I list my home For Sale By Owner in Orange County, NY? The Orange County MLS in New York …

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Sending out multiple contracts is completely legal in NYC real estate. A seller may also accept multiple offers at the same time.

Is Sending Out Multiple Contracts Legal in NYC Real Estate?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / January 5, 2022 May 10, 2022

It’s completely legal for a home seller in NYC to simultaneously accept more than one offer and send out multiple contracts. It’s also legal for a seller in NYC who has already agreed to terms with a buyer to accept …

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