Job cut jitters spur NYC buyers to ask for employment contingencies

… Spooked by layoffs in the tech industry New York City buyers are asking for exit clauses to be added to contracts … can make coop and condo boards particularly nervous … How does an employment contingency work … An employment …

By Jennifer White Karp |March 21, 2023 - 9:30AM
When you're buying a NYC co-op, is it risky to skip the home inspection?

…     … A home inspection for a coop or condo in New York City isnt standard practice our  experts  say Unlike a … does Either way she makes sure to provide a checklist for buyers reminding them to test outlets appliances and water … to someone who has already lived in the building to see what they are experiencing In new developments a lot of the …

By Emily Myers |January 17, 2023 - 9:30AM
What NYC buyers can expect to pay in closing costs

… When buying an apartment or townhouse in New York City youll need … of the purchase price in closing costsan amount that rises to 3 to 4 percent if the coop or townhouse is over $1 … to make sure you meet all financial obligations and see what if any costs might be shifted to the seller this

By Evelyn Battaglia |December 19, 2022 - 12:30PM
Can you negotiate the rate and terms of your mortgage when you're buying in NYC?

… … Negotiations play a big part in the buying process in NYCyou can haggle not just over the price … it comes to the terms and rate of a mortgage The answer is Sort of Mortgage rates are determined by the market but … points to lower your rate Still many borrowers want to know what leverage they have when it comes to negotiating the …

By Emily Myers |December 19, 2022 - 9:30AM