20 crucial questions for buying a new or pre-construction condo in NYC

… developers typically avoid outright price reductions on apartments because they could hurt future sales However … the preconstruction phase the sponsor will want to get 15 percent of apartments under contractthe magic number at … be a bit trickier than getting one for an existing building Banks are wary of lending to buyers in underconstruction …

By Evelyn Battaglia |September 17, 2025 - 12:30PM
The best way to find a rental in NYC: 15 tips for apartment hunters

… they get the keys If you  use a virtual tour to check out apartments make sure you are working with a reputable broker … you need to have your most recent tax returns two recent bank statements a letter of employment or two recent pay … the day which can be a pain if youre working from home  … 15 Consider a temporary shortterm rental … If you need …

By Jennifer White Karp |February 3, 2025 - 10:45AM