Bricktionary

Decoding the actual meanings of the most ubiquitous buzzwords in real estate.

Buy
August 15, 2017 - 9:59AM

What is a CEMA loan, and when does it make sense to get one?

By Alanna Schubach
Co-ops
August 9, 2017 - 2:00PM

What is a "white-glove building"—and where can I find one?

By Lambeth Hochwald
Buy
July 19, 2017 - 9:59AM

What does "co-broking" mean?

By Lambeth Hochwald
Buy
May 17, 2017 - 1:59PM

What's a reverse mortgage—and how common are they in NYC?

By Virginia K. Smith
Buy
May 3, 2017 - 3:59PM

What's a "classic 5" apartment, and where can I find one?

By Virginia K. Smith
Buy
April 17, 2017 - 8:59AM

I've heard the term 'escrow' during closings—what is it?

By Virginia K. Smith
Rent
February 7, 2017 - 9:59AM

What exactly is the "AMI" that's used to determine affordable housing prices?

By Virginia K. Smith
Buy
January 30, 2017 - 8:59AM

What are the transfer taxes in a New York apartment sale?

By Virginia K. Smith
Live
November 17, 2016 - 2:59PM

Here's why New Yorkers live in apartments and not "flats"

By Virginia K. Smith
New Construction + Condos
November 11, 2016 - 2:59PM

In a co-op or condominium, who are the "sponsors" you always hear about?

By Virginia K. Smith

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