How long is too long for an NYC apartment to be on the market?

… its been on the market a little too long Or has it And what is too long anyway For sure an apartment or house with … but just because a property hasnt been snapped up in a New York minute doesnt necessarily mean you shouldnt … with the property It could just be that there arent as many buyers or activity in that particular market he says Some …

By Mimi OConnor |November 8, 2017 - 1:30PM
Buying an apartment in a small building vs. buying in a big one: Which is right for you?

New York Citys residential development trends like so much else in the city are a … continue to sprout up across townthe 54story 262 Fifth Ave  is just one of the latest of these skyhigh towers altering … So how do you decide which size building is best for you When deciding whether to go big or small its all a matter of …

By Alanna Schubach |September 28, 2017 - 9:00AM
5 strategies smart buyers deploy when apartment-hunting in NYC flood zones

… QUESTIONS Whether youre looking at standalone houses or apartments in coop or condo buildings youll want to be alert … building thats learned from past experiences like Hurricane Sandy says broker  Gea Elika For example check if the … and moisture or fullblown mold in the walls If it has a brick or wood facade look at the lines that go horizontally …

By Virginia K. Smith |August 8, 2017 - 12:59PM
4 (perfectly good) reasons to walk away from a deal -- even after your offer's been accepted

… real estate  Just because a seller accepted your offer to buy their apartment doesnt mean its a done deal  Neither of … an offer that feels just a little too high Buyers want what someone else wants and sometimes its the winning that … to leaks like a topfloor or groundfloor unit or in a new development its wise to get a home inspection before you …

By Shari Albert |August 7, 2017 - 8:59AM
How to buy your (soon-to-be) ex-spouse out of your apartment

… Its perhaps no surprise that for divorcing New Yorkers who gets the apartmentand howis among the … together its also riddled with memories and emotions So what to do if you want to buy your soontobeex spouse out of your apartment and keep it …

By Lucy Cohen Blatter |July 31, 2017 - 1:59PM
The 'down payment problem' is alive and well, and it could get worse

… across the United States say lack of a down payment is whats keeping them from buying a home according to a new report from Zillow Frankly were not surprised weve …

By Lucy Cohen Blatter |April 21, 2017 - 8:59AM