Selling in NYC

Enhanced STAR is one of several property tax exemption programs which are available to qualifying homeowners in NYC. Qualified recipients of the Enhanced STAR exemption save approximately $650 in NYC property taxes each year. Enhanced STAR is available to owners …

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Air rights in NYC refer to the empty space above a building which may be used for development. If a building is 50 feet tall but it could potentially be as high as 75 feet, the unused 25 feet are …

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The Senior Citizen Homeowners' Exemption (SCHE) allows seniors (age 65+) with an annual income of $58,399 or less to reduce the property tax bill on their primary residence in NYC. This is accomplished by reducing the taxable assessed value of …

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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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