approvals

Block of colorful old apartment buildings in the Alphabet City neighborhood of Manhattan in New York City NYC
The Search
What debt-to-income ratio do you need to buy a co-op in NYC?
By Emily Myers   |March 20, 2023 - 9:30AM
skynesher apartment construction workers
Renovation
How to deal with a renovation that violates your co-op or condo board's alteration agreement
By Evelyn Battaglia   |March 17, 2023 - 11:00AM
w of Old Brick Apartment Buildings with Fire Escapes in the East Village of New York City - stock photo
Investing
Renting out an investment property? Here's how to find a reliable tenant
By Evelyn Battaglia   |March 15, 2023 - 1:45PM
Here's how to understand the three basic types of estimates for construction work so you can make an informed choice. 
Improve
How to evaluate different types of NYC contractor bids when you're renovating
By Emily Myers   |February 21, 2023 - 12:30PM
image
The Market
Need a mortgage to buy a NYC apartment or house? Read these FAQs first
By Emily Myers   |December 9, 2022 - 12:30PM
image
Renovation
Can I install a washer/dryer combo in my NYC apartment?
By Evelyn Battaglia   |October 31, 2022 - 1:30PM
image
Products + Services
What you need to know about soundproofing the windows in your NYC apartment or brownstone
By Evelyn Battaglia   |January 18, 2022 - 9:30AM
image
Renovation
What New Yorkers wish they knew before starting a renovation
By Kelly Kreth   |October 5, 2021 - 12:30PM
image
Buy
The self-employed New Yorker's guide to getting a mortgage
By Emily Myers   |February 1, 2021 - 2:30PM
image
Second Homes
What you need to know about building a weekend home on your own land
By Evelyn Battaglia   |September 22, 2020 - 9:30AM