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Beautiful NYC walk-ups in a quiet upper west side neighborhood.
Roommates + Landlords
Should I sign my landlord's non-disclosure agreement?
By Celia Young |April 22, 2024 - 12:30PM
Close-up view of New York City style apartment buildings with emergency stairs along Mott Street in Chinatown neighborhood of Manhattan, New York, United States. stock photo
Roommates + Landlords
What rights do squatters have in New York?
By Celia Young |April 8, 2024 - 10:30AM
a row of new york city apartments with trees in front.
Sell
What’s the average flip tax for a condo or co-op in New York City?
By Celia Young |April 1, 2024 - 2:30PM
Businessman signing a mortgage contract of a sale for a new house
New Construction + Condos
Should I ask the seller to buy down my mortgage rate?
By Celia Young |March 25, 2024 - 3:29PM
Brownstone facades & row houses in an iconic neighborhood of Brooklyn Heights in New York City
Sales Market
3 ways to beat all-cash buyers (without beating their price)

… according to the most recent market report from Douglas Elliman  The percentage of cash deals in Manhattan has risen … real estate broker with The Corcoran Group Thats why its important to make sure all your financial documentsyour tax … the application process can be more intense Kory says When Im representing a seller I want to see if the buyer and …

By Celia Young |March 18, 2024 - 2:31PM
A photo of NYC buildings and a parking garage sign on the left
Troubleshooting
How do I ask my board for a closer parking spot to accommodate my disability?
By Celia Young |March 12, 2024 - 11:30AM
In New York City, United States this older residential building viewed from the High Line has old fashioned fire escapes visible on its exterior.
Troubleshooting
How can I check if my NYC apartment building is fire-code compliant?
By Celia Young |March 6, 2024 - 11:34AM
Row of Colorful Old Brick Residential Buildings with Fire Escapes in Greenwich Village of New York City stock photo
Roommates + Landlords
Does my landlord have to disclose bedbug infestations in a building’s common areas?
By Celia Young |February 27, 2024 - 1:33PM
A brick new york city apartment facade.
Buy Affordable Housing
What does it mean when an apartment has a 'tenant in place,' and why would you buy one?
By Celia Young |February 14, 2024 - 3:55PM
Two hands about to drop ballots into a voting box on a grey background.
New Construction + Condos
The big bad board: How do we replace our entire condo board?
By Celia Young |February 6, 2024 - 10:30AM