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The Sullivan County MLS in New York State is known as the OneKey MLS. OneKey is the predominant MLS in the Hudson Valley and Long Island.

What is the Sullivan County MLS in New York?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / November 8, 2021 November 8, 2021

The Sullivan County MLS in New York State is known as the OneKey MLS. OneKey is the predominant MLS in the Hudson Valley and Long Island. Counties covered by the OneKey MLS in the Hudson Valley include Westchester, Rockland, Putnam, …

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Are Low Commission Real Estate Agents Worth Working with in NYC?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / November 5, 2021 November 5, 2021

Discounting is not a new concept, and low commission real estate agents have been around for as long as there have been real estate brokers. There’s a good reason why everyone isn’t using a low cost real estate agent to …

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Finding the best discount real estate broker in NYC isn’t an easy task. That’s because discount brokers generally have bad reputations.

Who Is the Best Discount Real Estate Broker in NYC?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / October 20, 2021 October 20, 2021

NYC home sellers who aren’t interested in paying 6% or listing FSBO often consider working with a discount real estate broker. But finding the best discount real estate broker in NYC isn’t an easy task. That’s because discount brokers generally …

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The REBNY Residential Listing Service, also known as the REBNY RLS, is the de facto Multiple Listing Service (MLS) in New York City.

What Is the REBNY RLS Listing Service in NYC?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / October 13, 2021 October 13, 2021

The REBNY Residential Listing Service, also known as the REBNY RLS, is the de facto Multiple Listing Service (MLS) in New York City. The RLS broker database contains sale and rental listings being marketed by agents and brokerages who are …

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The coop condo tax abatement reduces annual property taxes for qualifying apartment owners in NYC by 17.5% to 28.1%. The apartment must be used as a primary residence for it to qualify for the coop condo tax abatement. In addition, properties purchased in the name of an LLC do not qualify.

How Much Is the Coop Condo Tax Abatement in NYC?

By Sonja Gosine, Spokesperson at Hauseit® / October 8, 2021 June 1, 2022

The coop condo tax abatement reduces annual property taxes for qualifying apartment owners in NYC by 17.5% to 28.1%. It was introduced in 1996 and designed to level the playing field versus 1-3 family homes which are taxed at a …

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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 February 28, 2022

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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