How much homeowners insurance do you need when buying a NYC brownstone?

… If you are in the process of buying a New York City brownstone you are well advised to … insurance requirements are actually sufficient for the buyer or property Stone says That is why its important for … turnofthecentury buildings differ from new homes in the suburbs too when any damage done will cost much more to …

By Evelyn Battaglia |March 7, 2023 - 3:30PM
How to renovate a brownstone or apartment to get more natural light

… the back more on that below Another takeaway from the same project and a common recommendation by Holtzman They … at top and the before photo above  In this West Village project Sherman enlarged the existing windows and doors on … though those costs tend to get folded into the total project figure The end result however is worth the extra …

By Evelyn Battaglia |February 15, 2023 - 12:30PM
What are the differences between jumbo and conforming loans?

… to thousands of banks to finance housing Fannie and Freddie buy mortgages from lenders and either hold them or package … mortgage rates than jumbos and lenders can typically offer more options in terms of term length and whether it is fixed … president at National Cooperative Bank a Brick Underground sponsor  … Loantovalue ratio and other requirements  … The …

By Brick Underground |February 2, 2023 - 12:30PM
How much do NYC sellers pay for closing costs?

… in the recent past you may be shocked by how big a bite closing costs can take out of your profit  Most experts advise … represent the biggest slice of the closingcost pie In NYC sellers are expected to cover the broker fee which is …

By Evelyn Battaglia |January 9, 2023 - 12:30PM
What NYC buyers can expect to pay in closing costs

… an apartment or townhouse in New York City youll need to cough up more than just the down payment for your upfront … a mortgage or are buying a condo or townhouse because coops do not involve the sale of real property per se but … starts at around $350 per year and covers about $25000 in contents $20000 in walls and floors and $100000 in liability …

By Evelyn Battaglia |December 19, 2022 - 12:30PM